Spacecraft Harness Engineer - Millennium Space Systems

• →Development & analysis of EWIS architectures for multiple programs and bus configurations from mission and scientific payloads to experimental LEO small satellites to MEO constellations and GEO vehicles.
• →Generation of subsystem or unit-to-unit electrical block diagrams.
• →Definition and documentation of signal connectivity through cross functional coordination with system, subsystem, and product engineers for spacecraft harness or printed wiring board design.
• →Selection of harness components and hardware, such connectors, backshells, and wire/cable based on applicable satellite mission requirements and industry standards.
• →Performance of voltage drop analysis, power current derating, and capacitance circuit analysis for harness and printed wiring boards.
• →Development and analysis of PCB designs determination board form factor, schematic capture, board stack determination, component placement and trace routing.
• →Generation of rigid or rigid-flex PCB, PCB Assembly Drawings, fabrication & assembly output files (Geber, ODB++, etc.)
• →Generation harness schematic diagrams, wire diagrams, and wire harness assembly drawings.
• →Preparation and generation of harness acceptance testing procedures including the development of harness test scripts for cable testers.
• →Participation of critical programmatic milestones (Preliminary Design Reviews, Critical Design Reviews, etc.) including the preparation of data packages, conduction of design reviews, and closure of any liens from the Milestone Decision Authority (MDA).
• →Support assembly and testing of FlatSat and flight harnesses while reporting on cost and schedule performance.
• →Capture of as-built, made on assembly mockup harness builds to produce 2D/3D formboards.
• →Support with the creation, maintenance, or update of harness design, assembly, and test standards and command media.
• →Support in proposals and business development efforts as the responsible engineering authority (REA).
• →Management of external suppliers and subcontractors for harness and printed circuit board delivery.

• Bachelor's Degree or higher from an accredited course of study in engineering, computer science, mathematics or physics
• 1+ year of experience in wire harness design, wire harness installation or equipment installation
• Experience in a role that required excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills
• Experience interfacing with all engineering disciplines and be able to work in a team environment and work independently as required
• Experience with engineering release processes, engineering requirements, and document moderation

• Active DoD TS or TS/SCI Clearance.
• Experience with the successful design and delivery of spacecraft or aircraft wire harnesses and/or printed circuit boards. Rigid-flex PCB design preferred.
• Experience with early life-cycle satellite engineering activities, spacecraft integration and test, and launch operations.
• Experience with Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS).
• Experience with Mentor Graphics Capital tool
• Experience using Electrical Design Automation (EDA) Tools such as (e.g. OrCAD, Mentor Graphics, Altium, PSPICE) to perform schematic capture, PCB design/layout, and circuit simulation
• Knowledge of harness design standards and specifications for spaceflight applications (MIL-HDBK-83575, MIL-HDBK-863, SAE AS50881, etc.).
• Knowledge of PCB design standard and specifications (IPC-2221, 2222, 2223, IPC-A-600, etc.)
• Knowledge of military standards of connectors, wires, and contacts for aerospace applications (MIL-DTL-38999, MIL-DTL-24308, MIL-DTL-83513, NEMA-WC27500, SAE-AS22759, etc.)
• Level 2: Minimum 2 years of relevant engineering experience with bachelor’s degree or possession of a higher degree with no work experience.
• Level 3: Minimum 5 years of relevant engineering experience with bachelor’s degree or 3 years with higher degree.

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace 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. 

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 2:  $98,600 - $133,400

Level 3:  $119,850 - $162,150

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

• E-Verify (English)
• E-Verify (Spanish)

• Right to Work (English)
• Right to Work (Spanish)