Spacecraft Propulsion Engineer; Mid Career; Millennium Space Systems

Job Description

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Millennium Space Systems, a part of Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS), is a fast, agile small satellite company focused on national security space. Our missions have direct impact to global security, like missile warning and Earth observation.

Our team is curious, bold and innovative. We take risks, innovate and explore new techniques and technologies. We influence change because we challenge the status quo. And when we watch our satellites launch, we know each one of us made it happen.

As a Spacecraft Propulsion Engineer, you will be responsible for the design, analysis, and configuration of the satellite propulsion subsystem. Your support for the propulsion system will include the design, build, and procurement of the core propulsion systems required on most spacecraft, including individual components, and assemblies for flight, ground support, and test equipment. Your designs will ensure that our space vehicles survive their complete development and operational life cycles, including prototyping, test, transport, launch, and operations.

This position’s internal job code is Propulsion Engineer. Our team is currently hiring for levels 2-3.

• Perform propulsion design and configuration tasks necessary to deliver high performance satellite systems

• Perform first order layout and mass properties analyses of propulsion systems

• Identify materials, processes, and facilities necessary to deliver a qualified propulsion system

• Perform procurement of propulsion components, author specifications and manage subcontractors and suppliers according to cost and schedule targets

• Support propulsion qualification testing on propulsion systems and components including test design, test conduct, and interface equipment for unit under test

• Produce part and assembly drawings to facilitate Assembly, Test, and Launch Operations

• Prepare and deliver written and oral technical presentations to company executives and customers

• Identify and track subsystem schedule and deliverables

• Develop and document required design processes

• Other duties as assigned

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.

This position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a “US Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 is required. “US Person” includes US Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Technology), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement

• Ability to design, develop, implement, and test propulsion systems for spacecraft

• 3-5 years of experience with Solid Works or equivalent 3D CAD package

• 3-5 years of hands‑on fabrication experience (personal hobby projects, classwork, or extracurricular design clubs included)

• Ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI Security Clearance

• Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering, or equivalent.

• Demonstrate clear communication and organizational skills

• 1-3 or more years of experience with propulsion design

• Ability to design, develop, implement, and test propulsion systems

• Demonstrate clear communication and organizational skills

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