
Launch System Integration Engineer (Mid-career) - Millennium Space Systems
Job Description
Company:
Millennium Space SystemsMillennium 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.
Millennium-Space Systems is looking for a Launch System Integration Engineer (mid-career) that can lead and direct the integration of MSS spacecraft to select launch or host vehicles, manage processing at the launch base, and conduct launch and ascent operations. Primary relationship manger and owner of the interface between MSS and the other launch campaign stakeholders including the Launch Vehicle Contractor (LVC) or Host Vehicle Contractor, the Launch Range (Range), launch base processing facilities, day of launch tracking and data and communications services, and other participants.
Position Responsibilities
Ownership of all activities related to the launch vehicle/host vehicle integration and launch of our spacecraft
Develop and manage integrated schedules and plans
Own and manage interface control documentation including requirements development and specifications, and verification
Develop launch base safety and operations plans and secure approval from the launch range authority.
Develop payload processing facility requirements
Assure transportation for the SV and associated GSE
Ensure the success of integration activities at the launch base, or host facility
Lead the planning and execution of day of launch activities with all participating contractors and agencies
Lead multiple stakeholders and subject matter experts across a wide range of technical and programmatic disciplines
Support launch vehicle selection and compatibility trades when applicable
Provide company leadership to launch and launch integration related activities
This position's internal job code is Systems Engineer. Our team is currently hiring for Levels 3-4.
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):
This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance. for which the US Government requires U.S. Citizenship. A final U.S. Top Secret security clearance is required post start.
Bachelor’s degree in aerospace, mechanical, or electrical engineering
5+ years of experience performing mission design, orbital, dynamic, or structural analyses
5+ years of program level experience interfacing with program customers and external contractors
Experience in spacecraft launch operations, flight operations, integration and test, or ground processing operations
This position requires the ability to travel to various launch sites and MSS facilities.
Preferred Qualifications (Preferred Skills/Experience):
3+ years of hosted payload integration/operations
5+ years of experience working with space launch community stakeholders including launch base range safety, launch vehicle contractors, host vehicle contractors, launch base processing facilities and US Government space launch organizations.
Active U.S. Top Secret Security clearance
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: $99,000 - $177,000
Level 4: $121,000 - $215,000
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.
Language Requirements:
Not ApplicableEducation:
Not ApplicableRelocation:
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.Export Control Requirement:
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.Safety Sensitive:
This is not a Safety Sensitive 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.Contingent Upon Award Program
This position is not contingent upon program awardShift:
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Job Details
- Category
- Aerospace Engineering
- Employment Type
- Contract
- Location
- Chantilly, VA; USA - El Segundo, CA
- Posted
- Mar 19, 2026, 08:00 PM
- Listed
- Feb 3, 2026, 08:27 PM
- Compensation
- $99,000 - $177,000 per year
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