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Propulsion Technician Senior Second Shift – Millennium Space Systems

El Segundo, California Job ID JR2026490440 Category All Hourly Unions Role Type Onsite Post Date Jan. 06, 2026
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Job Description

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Millennium Space Systems (MSS), a part of Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS) is seeking a Propulsion Technician Senior - Second Shift to support the Manufacturing team in El Segundo, CA!

Job Summary
The Propulsion Technician will be responsible for performing a variety of tasks in support of fabrication, integration and test of space flight systems and support equipment. This role requires the ability to work the second shift.

This position's internal job code is Propulsion Subsystem Manuf Tech Senior. Our team is currently hiring for Grade 24.

Position Responsibilities:

  • Weld, assemble, install, test, route/terminate/stake/wrap thermistors, heaters, non‐flight thermocouples and heaters on spacecraft assemblies by interpreting blueprints, engineering drawings and specifications, and written assembly, integration, and test procedures

  • Visually inspect propulsion assemblies to drawings, engineering specifications, and written assembly, and test procedure

  • Operate various materials handling equipment including forklifts, overheads cranes, aerial lift equipment, flight vehicle and sub-assembly transportation equipment, truck/tractor trailer combinations and other GSE as required

  • Travel maybe required to support operations identified by program being supported

  • Capable of operating a wide range of tools. Including but not limited to, orbital tube welding machines, tack welding machines, drill press, grinders, power and hand tools

  • Interface and /or works closely with Design and Manufacturing Engineering, Manufacturing, Materials, Procurement and Shipping personnel on procedural issuers involving design, methods, tooling, cost, and other areas involved in the control of product quality

  • Support in areas defined by Millennium Space System Leadership as business needs require

  • Crosstrain / mentor new hires

  • Other duties as assigned

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):

  • Minimum 4 years of relevant experience in propulsion assembly on high reliability products (preferably aerospace products)

  • Minimum 1 year experience of orbital tube welding

  • High School Diploma/GED

  • Ability to interpret drawing, schematics, harness wiring diagrams, internal and external specifications

  • Experience using inspection tooling (e.g. calipers, micrometers, DMM, depth gauges, etc.)

  • Demonstrates exceptional attention to detail

  • Ability to lift-up to 35 lbs

  • Experience with heater, thermistor installations

  • Experience with using various hand tools and power tools

  • Experience mixing epoxy materials

  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills

  • Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

  • 5+ years of Aerospace experience

  • 5+ years of orbital tube welding experience

  • 2+ years performing thermal system component installation in aerospace

  • 2+ years of harness assembly and routing

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 role will be on 2nd Shift

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 24: $29.42/hr - $47.09/hr


Applications for this position will be accepted until May. 29, 2026


Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent Required

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 2nd 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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