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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\nAutonomy Engineering is focused on enabling mission success through comprehensive on-board fault management and autonomy. Engineers in the group are integral throughout the entire program lifecycle. They define the underlying architecture for fault detection, isolation, and response (FDIR), and own the development and validation of satellite/constellation specific fault configuration(s). They are the chief architects and implementers of satellite/constellation autonomy, ensuring mission level objectives are met and spacecraft health and safety are always maintained. They are key stakeholders in the design and validation of mission CONOPS and Design Reference Missions (DRM), and participate in comprehensive end-to-end software integration, validation, and testing.\nAs the Autonomy Engineering Manager, you will be the primary point of contact for technical, budget, and resource allocation to meet team member needs, customer requirements, program needs, and company goals. You will set the engineering standard for the team, define roles and responsibilities, establish processes/workflow, and facilitate mentorship and training by Autonomy Subject Matter Experts (SMEs). You will ensure that programs are adequately staffed and program objectives are met on time and on budget. You will be involved in forecasting future staffing needs based on the new business pipeline, and you will work side-by-side with Millennium Recruiting to build the team at all experience levels. You will manage the performance of all members of the Autonomy team. You will coordinate Internal Research and Development (IRAD) and process/tool improvement initiatives with subject matter experts . Successful engineering team leads possess technical knowledge in the group's discipline as well as the leadership and communication skills needed to interact with engineers and the broader Millennium organization (Programs, Manufacturing, Mission Operations, HR, Recruiting, etc.).\nThis position's internal job code is Systems Engineer Manager. Our team is currently hiring for Level K.\nPosition Responsibilities:\nManage team of ~10 engineers, including mentorship task assignments, facilitation of communication, and regular feedback\nPerform technical review in the area of Autonomy with support from SMEs\nDrive execution on programs for the Autonomy subsystem\nDevelop and improve of engineering process\nDefine the team's organizational, scope, and workflow to promote efficiency\nGrow the team through hiring and internal development\nThis position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.\nSecurity Clearance and Export Control Requirements\nThis position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a “US Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 is required. “US Person” includes US Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.\nBasic Qualifications\nBachelor's Degree\n5 years experience in satellite design and/or operation\n1-2 years experience as a technical leader managing complex projects or teams of engineers\nStrong Autonomy fundamentals and spacecraft system level knowledge (1+ year experience)\nFamiliarity with satellite hardware and software (5 years experience)\nAbility to obtain TS/SCI clearance\nPreferred Qualifications\n9+ years experience in satellite design and/or operation\nFunctional management experience\nAdvanced understanding of satellite fault detection, isolation and response, as well as autonomy architectures\nExperience defining satellite & constellation CONOPS\nExperience in the on-orbit operation of satellites\nDeep experience in one or more satellite subsystems, including GNC, Power, Thermal, Flight Software, Payloads, Communication, etc.\nStrong fundamentals of project management, including monitoring cost and schedule performance\nPossess TS/SCI clearance\nConflict of Interest: Successful 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 K: $151,300 - $222,500\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 Applicable\nEducation:\nBachelor's Degree or Equivalent\nRelocation:\nRelocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.\nExport 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.\nSafety Sensitive:\nThis is not a Safety Sensitive Position.\nSecurity Clearance:\nThis position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. 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