Mechanical Technician Senior Second Shift – Millennium Space Systems

Boeing•El Segundo, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Millennium Space Systems (MSS), a part of Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS), is seeking a Mechanical Technician Senior to join their dynamic team in El Segundo, California. This role is crucial for supporting the fabrication, integration, and testing of space flight systems and support equipment. The position is primarily for the second shift, but candidates must be able to work any assigned shift. This is an hourly, union-represented position. The company is a Drug Free Workplace and requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance, including a Top Secret Clearance post-start, which necessitates U.S. Citizenship.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
More than 5 years of experience with Structures Assembly, Mechanical Assembly, Electrical Assembly, and/or Final Assembly
More than 3 years of experience following written and verbal work instructions
More than 3 years of experience in working with blueprints, specifications, assembly drawings, and standard operating procedures
More than 3 years of experience in setting and using precision measuring tools and equipment such as micrometers, calipers, and/or dial indicators
More than 3 years of experience working with at least one of the following materials (Adhesives; Composites; Epoxy; Fabrics; Honeycomb Core; Laminates/plastics; Resins)
Ability to stand and move (reach, bend, or stoop) to handle products for extended periods of time with only short breaks
Capable of lifting 20lbs or more on a frequent basis
Must be a U.S. citizen
Ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance (Interim and/or final U.S. Top Secret Clearance Post Start required)

Nice To Haves

More than 3 years of experience using structures hand tools, test equipment, torque wrenches, dial indicators, micrometers, sheet metal brakes and sheers
More than 3 years of experience using all the following Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
More than 3 years of experience working in at least a 100,000 Class Clean Room environment
More than 5 years of experience building a variety of component-level space products (e.g. avionics boxes, batteries, mechanisms, optics, printed circuit board assemblies, solar arrays, etc.)
More than 5 years of experience with mechanical trouble shooting, disassembly and repair

Responsibilities

Assembles, installs, tests, checks out and inspects mechanical spacecraft assemblies by interpreting blueprints, engineering drawings and specifications, and written assembly, integration, and test procedures.
Performs second party verifications and visually inspects mechanical assemblies to drawings, engineering specifications, and written assembly, integration, and test procedures.
Operates various materials handling equipment including forklifts, overhead cranes, aerial lift equipment, flight vehicle and sub-assembly transportation equipment, truck/tractor trailer combinations and other GSE as required.
Operates a wide range of machine tools, including drill press, grinders, chop saw, power, and hand tools.
Interfaces and/or works closely with Design and Manufacturing Engineering, Manufacturing, Materials, Procurement and Shipping personnel on procedural issues involving design, methods, tooling, cost, and other areas involved in the control of product quality.
Supports in other mechanical areas defined by Millennium Space Systems Leadership as business needs require.
Cross-trains/mentors new hires.