Leads industrial engineering and Lean continuous-improvement initiatives for large-scale satellite production. Responsibilities include improving productivity, reducing lead times, optimizing space and resource utilization, modeling production flows, analyzing costs and ROI, and implementing equipment, process, and workspace improvements. The role collaborates with manufacturing, quality, and R&D engineering teams and requires ERP/MES manufacturing data analysis experience and eligibility for a U.S. Top Secret/SCI clearance.
Job Description
At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We're committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that's welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.
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.
As an Industrial Engineer, you will play a critical role in designing and optimizing production processes for large scale satellites production systems. This position requires a deep understanding of manufacturing principles, Lean methodologies, and advanced industrial engineering techniques to enhance productivity, quality, and efficiency.
This position's internal job code is Industrial Engineer. Our team is currently hiring for a level 3 and 4.
Position Responsibilities:
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
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:
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.
Category = Engineering
Applications for this position will be accepted until Nov. 17, 2026
Export Control Requirements:
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.
Export Control Details:
US based job, US Person required
Education
Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Required
Relocation
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this 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. Top Secret/SCI Clearance Post-Start is required.
Visa Sponsorship
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
Shift
This position is for 1st shift
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We're committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that's welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.
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.
As an Industrial Engineer, you will play a critical role in designing and optimizing production processes for large scale satellites production systems. This position requires a deep understanding of manufacturing principles, Lean methodologies, and advanced industrial engineering techniques to enhance productivity, quality, and efficiency.
This position's internal job code is Industrial Engineer. Our team is currently hiring for a level 3 and 4.
Position Responsibilities:
- Lead the team in improving productivity, reducing lead time, and maximizing space utilization through
effective implementation of Lean principles; Ensure successful execution of Lean projects. - Develop process flow models to analyze production system behavior and synchronize output with other
elements of the company - Leverage advanced industrial engineering knowledge and a strong understanding of Lean principles to drive
continuous improvement initiatives - Utilize Continuous Improvement tools to identify opportunities and lead projects aimed at optimizing
operational costs and maximizing the use of manpower, equipment, space, and investments - Work independently with manufacturing, quality, and R&D engineers to identify and implement equipment
and process improvements, as well as enhancements in workspaces - Implement corporate level processes that are aligned with organizational vision and goals
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or
a related field - 6+ years in industrial engineering, manufacturing optimization, or process improvement within the automotive
industry - Strong expertise in lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, and other continuous improvement methodologies
- Strong expertise in budgeting, cost analysis, and ROI calculations for capital improvement projects
- Experience with ERP and MES systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.) for manufacturing data analysis
- This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. A U.S. Security Clearance Post-Start is required
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
- Six Sigma Black Belt certification
- Lean Manufacturing Certification
- Certified Industrial Engineer (CIE) or Project Management Professional (PMP).
- Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
- Strong communication skills with the ability to influence and collaborate across all levels of the organization
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 3: $107,000 - $157,500
- Leve 4: $130,900 - $192,500
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.
Category = Engineering
Applications for this position will be accepted until Nov. 17, 2026
Export Control Requirements:
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.
Export Control Details:
US based job, US Person required
Education
Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Required
Relocation
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this 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. Top Secret/SCI Clearance Post-Start is required.
Visa Sponsorship
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
Shift
This position is for 1st shift
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
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