Build Reliability Engineer - Millennium Space Systems
Company: Boeing
Location: El Segundo
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Build Reliability Engineer - Millennium Space Systems Company:
Millennium Space Systems Millennium 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 The
Build Reliability Engineer will be responsible for identifying,
resolving, and eliminating spacecraft and product manufacturing
quality issues. You will be a key partner with both design and
manufacturing, driving the teams and the hardware to higher levels
of reliability. This position will also be responsible for
initiating corrective actions with our manufacturing and
engineering teams. This position's internal job code is Quality
Engineer. Our team is currently hiring for levels 3-4. Position
Responsibilities: Responsible partner with design engineering and
manufacturing teams through product development and production to
create quality plans for flight hardware, including identification
of key characteristics, prototype testing for functionality and
manufacturability, first article and detailed inspection planning,
and consideration of past failures and lessons learned Develop,
implement and validate Lean test and inspection processes for new
and existing products and process, ensuring that criteria are
objective and that quality goals are consistently met Monitor the
success of products and processes through production ramp-up using
a suite of quality and analysis tools Conduct regular build quality
reviews to ensure that design intent is achieved and
well-communicated; identify opportunities for risk reduction and
removal of complexity in designs and processes to improve
manufacturability, collaborating with integrated product teams to
drive improvements and address high-impact and repeating
non-conformances Investigate failures in production, test and
flight, identifying and mitigating the immediate and underlying
root causes in order to reduce risk and improve reliability of
designs and processes Contain suspect or known non-conforming
product, providing guidance to quality inspectors, technicians,
shop supervisors and engineers to assist in quarantining and rework
activities Support the shop floor in continuous improvement and the
advancing of a Lean, autonomous production system through creation
of standard rework/repair guides, removal of redundant or
unnecessary inspection, and improved control and optimization of
critical processes Basic Qualifications (Required Skills /
Experience): Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or a related field
and 4 years of experience in a manufacturing or quality engineering
role, or 8 years of direct work experience Knowledge of mechanical
and avionics product manufacturing, assembly, test and inspection
processes Ability to read drawings, interpret specifications, and
provide technical input to assembly and test procedures
Understanding of root cause analysis and corrective action
methodologies Intermediate knowledge of AS9100 quality standards
Working knowledge of process auditing techniques to ensure
compliance to defined quality requirements Experience performing
and applying statistical analysis methodologies Preferred
Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience): Strong interpersonal
and collaborative skills, enthusiasm for the team’s spirit of
innovation and mission of improving reliability in cutting-edge
technology Master’s degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace
engineering, materials engineering, or electrical engineering
Demonstrated application of process controls in high volume
manufacturing, test, and quality environment Dedicated to adopting
a Lean approach to quality without compromising safety or
reliability Knowledge of quality tools such as Lean principles,
measurement systems analysis, design of experiments, statistical
process control, root cause analysis and corrective action,
advanced product quality planning (APQP), metrology, process
failure mode and effects analysis (PFMEA), control plans, and
various problem-solving approaches Experience developing or
supporting any of the following products/processes: Complex
mechanical/structural assemblies Advanced composites systems Fluid
component/valve assembly Pre-preg lamination/curing composites CNC
machining, forming, bending Bonding, drilling, fastening and other
assembly manufacturing processes Avionics integration and testing
Fluid system pressure testing Welding (OTW) Drug Free Workplace:
Millennium 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. Pay & Benefits: Millennium Space
Systems, A Boeing Company, offers a very competitive benefits
package to include medical, dental, vision, and 401k plan. Summary
Pay Range: Level 3: $107,100 - $157,500 Level 4: $130,900 -
$192,500 Before applying, please note: 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 Applicable Education: Bachelor's Degree or
Equivalent Relocation: 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 does not require a Security
Clearance. Visa Sponsorship: Employer will not sponsor applicants
for employment visa status. Contingent Upon Award Program This
position is not contingent upon program award Shift: Shift 1
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