
Space Mission Program Manager - Millennium Space Systems
Job Description
Company:
Millennium Space SystemsMillennium Space Systems, A Boeing Company, delivers affordable, high-performance space systems for exacting customers. At Millennium, you will be part of a close-knit team working on exciting technological problems. We work in an open environment where ideas are shared across all disciplines, and there are ample opportunities for advancement based on excellence. Superstars are welcome.
At Millennium, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. From the seabed to outer space, you can contribute to work that matters with a company committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that's welcoming, respectful and innovative, with great opportunities for professional growth. Find your future with us.
Job Summary
You Lead. As a Space Mission Program Manager at Millennium Space Systems, you are the person who connects with the customer, leads and organizes internal and external engineering, manufacturing and test activities. You deliver high-performance space systems that benefit lives here on Earth rapidly and affordably, on time and on budget. You are accountable for delivering must-work space systems to exacting government and commercial customers. You may be leading space programs in missile warning and missile defense, communications, advanced space, or intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance. You may be leading first of a kind systems or constellations in production. You will gain experience quickly while serving the needs of our nation. Millennium Space Systems has built its reputation on reliable delivery, and our Project Managers are at the cutting edge of that reputation.
This position's internal job code is Project Management Specialist. Our team is currently hiring for levels 4-5.
Position Responsibilities:
You will be responsible and accountable for on-time, on-budget delivery of their projects
You will maintain schedules, risk lists, procurement plans, subcontract management plans, internal manpower plans, and budgets (manpower, direct costs, subcontracts, travel, etc.)
You will report regularly to the Millennium Executive team and to their customer
You will track all internal and external deliverables, prepare and present formal and informal design and progress reviews
You will work closely with Systems Engineers and Responsible Engineering Authorities to ensure that our systems meet all requirements and achieve all milestones, while staying within strict budgetary constraints
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills / Experience):
Bachelor degree in engineering and 10 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience (e.g. Masters +8 years' related work experience); Bachelor degree and 15 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience (e.g. Masters +13 years' related work experience) for level 5.
5 years’ experience in engineering or equivalent developing high-complexity systems
This position requires the ability to obtain a US Security Clearance for which the US Government requires US Citizenship. A final U.S. Top Secret clearance Post Start is required.
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
Master’s degree in engineering or similar technical field
Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills
Experience with rapid development projects
Experience working with US Government customers
Proven ability to deliver on-time, on-budget
Concept-to-launch experience on satellite missions
Experience with cost-constrained and budget-constrained space programs
Experience with aerospace environments other than traditional large prime contractors
Experience with Intelligence Community and Department of Defense customer communities and project management practices
Experience with supply chain, manufacturing and lower tier suppliers
Active U.S. 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 4: $105,000 - $187,000
Level 5: $129,000 - $230,000
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/SCI 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:
Shift 1 (United States of America)Stay safe from recruitment fraud! The only way to apply for a position at Boeing is via our Careers website. Learn how to protect yourself from recruitment fraud - Recruitment Fraud Warning
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.
Boeing Participates in E – Verify
Right to Work Statement
Optimize Your Resume for This Job
Get a match score and see exactly which keywords you're missing
Job Details
- Category
- Aerospace Engineering
- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Location
- El SegundoEl Segundo, CA
- Posted
- Apr 2, 2026, 08:00 PM
- Listed
- Apr 3, 2026, 12:51 PM
- Compensation
- $105,000 - $187,000 per year
About Boeing
Part of the growing space & AI ecosystem pushing the frontiers of technology.
More Roles at Boeing





Similar Aerospace Engineering Roles



Found this role interesting?
Career Guides
Inside guide to Airbus Defence & Space careers: Ariane 6, Eurostar, Orion ESM programs, salary ranges across Europe, Graduate Programme, and hiring process.
Inside guide to Thales Alenia Space careers: Galileo, MetOp, SpaceRider programs, salary ranges, locations across France and Italy, hiring process, and work culture.
Practical guide to writing resumes for aerospace and space jobs: ATS optimization, keywords by role, translating experience from other industries, clearance listing, and cover letters.