IPT Lead / Engineering Project Manager - Millennium Space Systems
Company:Millennium Space Systems
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 direct impact to global security, like missile warning and Earth observation.
Our 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.
Job Summary: As an IPT Lead, you will drive execution for the development of avionics products. You will be responsible for budget, schedule and technical execution. You will lead a cross functional team across disciplines to ensure products meet technical objectives for mass, power, communication, etc. Our products include items such as Guidance Navigation and Control systems, batteries, avionics, power and other systems which fly aboard the satellites we develop. You will drive product development from concept, PDR, CDR, Qualification, and Production. The ideal candidate would have experience leading product development programs thru the entire product life cycle and have a keen understanding on how to manage cost, schedule, risk, and technical execution for a product development program in the Space sector.
The position will require working with company and program management, multiple engineering teams, production, ATLO (Assembly, Test, and Launch Operations), and our Customers to deliver qualified subsystem products on time and on budget. Successful IPT Leads blend deep technical understanding of a diverse cross-functional engineering team with an ability to manage cost/schedule aspects and drive program success. You will work closely with your IPT Lead counterparts managing other areas of the satellite program(s) to ensure solutions meet needs at the program and mission level.
Position Responsibilities:- Serve as the technical and programmatic focal point for delivery of products to customers on time, on budget, on quality thru excellent communication, negotiation, and leadership skills with the ability to interface across technical and programmatic boundaries
- Drive team execution (day to day) and execution of upcoming milestones. Work with engineering staff to identify and resolve blockers that impede technical progress and program execution.
- Coordinate with technical leads to manage technical project scope, planning, proposals, cost estimates, schedules, cost performance, Estimates at Completion (EAC), and Risk assessment throughout the product development lifecycle.
- Ensure technical deliverables such as performance budgets (power, mass, thermal, comm, etc.) are properly defined, tracked, and met throughout the mission lifecycle.
- Provide inputs into the EAC process thru schedule updates, Earned value management system updates (EVMS), and variance analysis.
- Lead discrepancy report closure thru root cause and corrective action (RCCA) process. Integrate lessons learned into the development process.
- Status key subsystem deliverables to program management, customers, and other stakeholders.
- Lead, coordinate, and manage smooth transition from engineering design to production.
- Lead execution of verification plans, procedures, results, and reports; monitor system-performance measures.
- Assist the chief engineer in technical briefings, Program Management Review (PMR) briefings, customer meetings, and risk & opportunity assessments.
This position's internal job code is Project Engineer. Our team is currently hiring for Levels 4-5.
This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed locations.
This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. A final U.S. Top Secret/SCI Security Clearance is required post-start.
Basic Requirements: (Required Skills/Experience):- Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Technology), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement.
- 9 or more years' engineering experience with new product development projects through all phases of Hardware and Software development, test and qualification; or 7 years of experience with a master's degree.
- 1 or more years' experience as a Responsible Engineering Authority (REA), or IPT Lead, or CAM or Systems Engineer in the Space sector
- 1 or more years' experience leading technical teams to complete engineering efforts; ability to mentor senior engineers and influence cross-functional decisions.
- 1 or more years' experience presenting information to senior leadership and external customers.
- Experience with Earned Value Management and project management fundamentals such as scope, budget, schedule, and risk management.
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):- Bachelor's or master's degree in electrical engineering is highly preferred
- 9 or more years of experience with program execution leadership
- Broad knowledge of satellite subsystems and components: Strong understanding of spacecraft subsystems (power, thermal, comms, propulsion, etc.) and their interdependencies
- Understanding of PCB design, development and manufacturing
- Understanding of execution methodologies (waterfall, agile, etc.) and the ability to tailor them based on program needs
- Demonstrated the ability to balance the needs of multiple programs and stakeholders in a resource and schedule constrained environment
- Critical analysis and problem-solving skills across systems, hardware and software architectures
- Practical experience with lab equipment for hardware development, troubleshooting and data capture
- Active TS/SCI 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: $144,599 - $215,000
- Level 5: $174,500 - $260,000
Millennium is DDTC-registered, ITAR-compliant Company. This position is located at a facility that requires special access. 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.
Category = Engineering
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 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:Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
Contingent Upon Award ProgramThis position is not contingent upon program award
Shift:Shift 1 (United States of America)
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