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Our missions have direct impact to global security, like missile warning and Earth observation.\nOur 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.\nJob Summary\nAs a Mission Operations Engineer, you will be the lead technical authority for Millennium’s on-orbit spacecraft. Your work will encompass the entire spacecraft mission life cycle, from the proposal phase to spacecraft and mission design, through space vehicle integration and test, and culminating with launch and on-orbit operations. You will be responsible for all facets of the mission design, including definition of operational concepts, development of on-orbit procedures, and innovation of advanced methods of spacecraft operation unique to each space mission. Mission Operations requires composure in high-pressure situations, in-depth knowledge of both the space vehicles and ground segment, and an ability to respond to anomalous scenarios in real-time. You will be directly responsible for Millennium’s critical on-orbit assets.\nThis position’s internal job code is Systems Engineer. Our team is currently hiring for levels 3-4.\nResponsibilities\nLead a team of spacecraft and subsystem engineers during launch and early orbit activities to commission the space vehicle(s) for service\nPerform duties of lead technical authority during mission operations for both the space and ground segments\nSupport every aspect of the mission lifecycle, from proposal/mission modeling, design, integration and test, space vehicle shipment, launch and on-orbit operations, to decommissioning\nDefine ground and mission operations requirements, and flow mission requirements back to the space vehicle teamDefine mission concept of operation and design reference missions\nImprove future vehicle designs by cataloguing lessons learned from on-orbit exercises\n\nSupport the ground segment design, including command and control, mission planning, mission data processing, and the associated infrastructure to support all activities\nImplement and test space vehicle fault and autonomy, including fault detection and response, autonomous space vehicle behavior, and on-board command and control\nDevelop and implement methods of operational automation, to reduce day-to-day operator responsibilities\nCreate and execute space vehicle simulator tests to validate mission/fault/autonomy design\nCreate and execute in-factory flight vehicle tests to validate mission design compatibility with flight hardware\nConduct critical ground segment testing, including radio-frequency compatibility testing, remote ground facility interface testing, and acceptance testing of critical ground assets/locations\nForms and leads anomaly response team when off-nominal vehicle conditions arise\nContribute to customer briefings/debriefings for orbital events\nDesign and validate the mission “sequence of events” for bus commissioning, payload checkout/calibration, and mission operations\nContribute to Mission Rehearsal events to train the mission team and to validate the mission design\nThis position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.\nThis position requires the ability to obtain a US Security Clearance for which the US Government requires US Citizenship. A Final U.S. secret clearance Prestart is required OR An interim and/or final U.S. secret clearance Post Start is required\nMinimum Qualifications\nB.S. in Aerospace, Electrical, Software, Computer, Mechanical Engineering, or related field\nMinimum of 3 years of experience in Mission Operations or similar\nExperience with real-time satellite command and control\nWillingness to support occasional off-nominal working hours during critical 24/7 mission operations activities\nWillingness to apply for a TS clearance with SCI eligibility\nPreferred Qualifications\nM.S. in Aerospace, Electrical, Software, Computer, Mechanical Engineering, or related field\nMinimum of 5 years of experience in Mission Operations or similar\nExperience in leading multidisciplinary technical teams, especially to resolve anomalous scenarios\nDeep knowledge of satellite systems engineering, including all satellite subsystems\nExperience with Spacecraft Command & Control software systems\nFamiliarity with software and scripting tools such as MATLAB, Python, C/C++, Java, etc.\nActive TS clearance and SCI eligibility\nConflict of Interest:\nSuccessful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process\nDrug Free Workplace:\nMillennium 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.\nShift: \nThis role will be on 1st shift\nTotal Rewards: \nAt 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.\nMillennium 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.\nThe 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.\nPay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.\nSummary pay range:\nLevel 3: $99,000 - 177,000\nLevel 4: $121,000 - $215,000\nMillennium 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.\nCategory = Engineering\nLanguage Requirements:\nNot ApplicableEducation:\nBachelor's Degree or EquivalentRelocation:\nRelocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.Export Control Requirement:\nThis 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:\nThis is not a Safety Sensitive Position.Security Clearance:\nThis 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. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.Visa Sponsorship:\nEmployer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.Contingent Upon Award Program\nThis position is not contingent upon program awardShift:\nShift 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\nBoeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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