Engineer Technical Specialist - 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.
Job Summary:
Millennium Space Systems, a Boeing Company, is seeking an Engineer Technical Specialist to develop, lead, and continuously improve our Quality Management System (QMS) across satellite production and mission-critical hardware programs. This role serves as a key driver of AS9100D compliance, audit readiness, Data System Management, and systemic process improvement - partnering with Engineering, Manufacturing, Global Supply Chain, and Program teams to embed a culture of quality and compliance throughout the organization.
The Engineer Technical Specialist will own creating and maintain & support all MES - QMS supporting enterprise software applications and roadmap development, lead internal and external audit programs, manage digital QMS tools and data platforms, and drive root cause analysis and corrective action initiatives. This position is critical to supporting certification activities, production flow continuity, and scalable quality operations as Millennium grows its manifest.
This position's internal job code is Engineer Technical Specialist. Our team is currently hiring for a Level 3.
Position Responsibilities:

• Operations
  
  • Build and maintain the internal QMS roadmap for tools, capabilities, and processes to match program growth, new product introductions, and customer requirements
  • Partner with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Global Supply Chain to develop processes, digital tools to meet QMS requirements and advance new quality capabilities
  • Become a systems expert for QMS tools, processes, and data sets to enable effective quality execution across all programs
• Audit Program Leadership
  
  • Plan, coordinate, and execute the internal & external audit program against AS9100/ISO standards and customer-specific requirements; manage audit scheduling, resource allocation, and results reporting
  • Support external certification audits and customer audits; interface with third-party registrars and government auditors as required
  • Measure, analyze, and report quality system and audit metrics to leadership; identify trends and drive systemic corrective actions

• Process Improvement & Corrective Action
  
  • Drive root cause analysis and corrective action (CAPA) for internal audit findings, customer observations, and nonconformance trends
  • Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities that benefit the QMS and overall product quality
  • Support investigations, quality initiatives, and cross-functional projects at the team and organizational level

• Training & Compliance
  
  • Provide training and guidance on quality system policies, procedures, and compliance requirements to internal stakeholders across enterprise
  • Develop QMS training modules and packages
  • Ensure compliance with AS9100D, and applicable regulatory requirements throughout the production lifecycle

• Metrology, Calibration & Measurement Systems
  
  • Support the metrology and calibration program, ensuring measurement equipment is maintained, calibrated, and compliant with AS9100 and customer requirements
  • Develop and track KPIs related to tool control, calibration adherence, equipment utilization, and on-time performance to drive measurement system reliability and audit readiness

• Data, Metrics & Reporting
  
  • Plan, measure, analyze, and report quality system performance metrics to support data-driven decision making
  • Leverage data analytics platforms, reporting tools, and business intelligence systems (ERP, Power BI) to extract insights and support QMS effectiveness reviews
  • Build and maintain dashboards and reports using SQL, Tableau, Python, Excel, or similar tools

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree and 6+ years of related work experience
• Experience in aerospace and/or defense manufacturing or business operations environment
• Knowledge of QMS requirements and auditing, with experience in one or more of the following standards: AS9100D, ISO 9001:2015
• Experience implementing, managing, or auditing quality management systems in a manufacturing or engineering environment
• Knowledge of ERP and Business Intelligence (BI) systems and their integration with quality processes
• Experience with data analytics platforms, reporting tools, and data visualization (SQL, Tableau, Python, Excel, or equivalent)
• Project management experience for software system implementation and user onboarding (internal and supplier/external)
• Knowledge of design, development, manufacturing, supply chain, and deployment functions as part of a company-wide audit scope
• This position requires the ability to obtain a US Security Clearance for which the US Government requires US Citizenship. A final U.S. clearance Post Start is required

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• AS9100 / AS6500 lead auditor certification (AATT)
• One or more ASQ certifications: CQE (Certified Quality Engineer), CQA (Certified Quality Auditor), CMQ/OE, or CRE
• Experience with low-volume, high-complexity manufacturing environments (spacecraft, launch vehicles, avionics, or similar)
• Experience supporting internal and external full scope QMS audits
• Strong technical communication and writing skills; ability to translate complex quality requirements into clear process documentation
• Experience building corrective action and nonconformance management systems and driving closure metrics

Conflict of Interest:
Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.
Drug Free Workplace:
Millennium Space Systems, a Boeing Company, is a Drug Free Workplace (DFW) where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.
Total Rewards:
At Millennium Space Systems, a Boeing Company, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.
Millennium Space Systems also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.
The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
Summary pay range:Level 3: $90,950 - $133,750
Millennium is DDTC-registered, ITAR-compliant Company. This position is located at a facility that requires special access. Applicants MUST be U.S. citizens and eligible for a security clearance. Additionally, applicants must be willing to apply for and maintain a security clearance. We encourage all interested candidates to apply for any open position for which they feel they are qualified.
Applications for this position will be accepted until May. 01, 2026
Export Control Requirements:
This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a "U.S. Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 is required. "U.S. Person" includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.
Export Control Details:
US based job, US Person required
Relocation
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.
Security Clearance
This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Top Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.
Visa Sponsorship
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
Shift
This position is for 1st shift
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.