Job Description

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Millennium Space Systems (MSS), a part of Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS) is seeking an Environmental Test Technician B First Shift to support the Manufacturing team in El Segundo, CA!

Job Summary
As an Environmental Test Technician B, you will assist in the set up and execution of environmental tests including vibration testing, shock testing, thermal vacuum and thermal cycle testing. Work directly with the test conductor to perform the testing on space flight hardware. This role requires the ability to work first shift.

This position's internal job code is Environmental Test Technician B. Our team is currently hiring for labor grade 15.

Position Responsibilities:

• Assist and execute environmental tests of space flight hardware using a variety of specialized equipment and tools, inclusive of electrodynamic shakers, thermal vacuum chambers, thermal cycling chambers, torque wrenches, adhesives, etc.

• Assists in installation and operation of test instrumentation and other specialized test equipment, inclusive of accelerometers, thermocouples, etc.

• Interpret engineering drawings, specifications, assembly procedures, and test procedures, and follow the prescribed steps accordingly

• Work with engineering to define and refine standard operating procedures

• Record, prepare, organize, and deliver test data, run logs, and other relevant documentation for inclusion in final test reports

• Maintain environmental test lab equipment, perform resource 5S activities, etc.

• Support initiatives to maintain safe operations, ensure product quality, reduce lead time/labor hours, etc. through environmental test

• Operate and capture data from test equipment (DMMs, oscilloscopes, test racks, etc.)

• 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. Security Clearance Post-Start is required.

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options. 

Security Clearance and Export Control Requirements

This 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.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• High School Diploma or GED

• 6 months’ experience as a Test technician in aerospace or equivalent industry and/or Trade School training

• Demonstrated exceptional attention to detail

• Available to work shifted or alternate work schedule when required

• Experience using hand tools, repairing and troubleshooting electronic components

• Mechanically and mathematically inclined

• Knowledgeable about various computer operating systems and software

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• 2+ years’ experience as a Test technician in aerospace or equivalent industry and/or Trade School training

• Experience with thermal, vibration, EMI/EMC, shock, TVAC and/or acoustic testing

• Experience working in 100,000 Class cleanrooms with ESD sensitive components

• Experience working with test automation equipment (i.e. power supplies, DAQs, etc.)

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.

Shift:

• This is a union-represented position

• This is an hourly position governed by the Cabinet Makers, Millmen and Industrial Carpenters Union (CMM&IC Local 721)

• The selected candidate must be able to work any shift, as assigned.

•  New Hires, as well as employees who transfer from non-union positions, may be required to attend some type of training upon their start. Once any required training has been completed all new employees will be considered on probation for a period of ninety (90) calendar days. Continued employment is contingent upon successful completion of the probationary period.

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: Grade 15: $22.58-$33.33

Applications for this position will be accepted until Mar. 31, 2026

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

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.