Aerospace Vehicle Technician Senior

Responsibilities

• Perform spacecraft integration, assembly, and testing tasks to precise tolerances using engineering specifications.
• Install Multi-Layer Insulation (MLI) and Solid-Layer Insulation (SLI) on test and flight articles.
• Build and terminate wiring harnesses for racks and boxes to high standards.
• Operate specialized equipment including hydraulic test consoles, cooling system consoles, alignment fixtures, and various hand/power tools.
• Execute system leak and pressure checks, as well as alignment checks of control surfaces.
• Interpret mechanical drawings, blueprints, schematics, and harness wiring diagrams.
• Record and analyze test data, generating necessary reports, charts, and graphs.
• Support range operations, including hardware moves and integration testing.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 4 years of relevant experience in mechanical assembly for high-reliability products.
• Proven experience in building and terminating wiring harnesses.
• Proficiency in interpreting mechanical drawings, schematics, and wiring diagrams.
• Skilled in using inspection tools such as calipers, micrometers, and digital multimeters (DMM).
• Experience with mixing epoxy materials.
• Ability to work 2nd shift onsite in El Segundo, CA.
• Must be a "US Person" as defined by export control regulations and able to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• 5+ years of integration experience.
• At least 1 year of experience working with MLI/thermal blankets.
• Certification to J-STD-001 space or NASA.STD.8739.4.
• Experience working in a clean room environment.
• Active Security Clearance.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Benefits

• Competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.
• Comprehensive health insurance and flexible spending accounts.
• Health savings accounts (HSA).
• Retirement savings plans.
• Life and disability insurance programs.
• Paid time off for vacation and other needs.

About the Company

Millennium 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 a direct impact on global security, including missile warning and Earth observation. We are a team of curious, bold, and innovative professionals who challenge the status quo to deliver cutting-edge space technology.