Company:
Millennium Space SystemsMillennium 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.
Job Summary: We are seeking an Operations Lead to support development, implementation, and continuous improvement of production or inventory management processes that comply with company policies and enable efficient operations. Activities may include monitoring production progress or inventory health, identifying and resolving operational issues, analyzing staffing and cost impacts, and coordinating capital equipment needs. This position acts as a key liaison between teams, ensuring cross-functional alignment, maintaining project timelines, and validating technical solutions.
This position's internal job is Production Ops Spec. Our team is currently hiring for level 3.
Position Responsibilities:
Develops and implements production or inventory operations processes of moderate scope
Defines daily activities and resolves operational problems of limited complexity
Investigates product defects, production inefficiencies, or inventory variances and develops solutions to mitigate them
Reviews and approves technical documents, including work instructions, inventory procedures, and material-handling standards
Analyzes charging trends and supports development of projected staffing forecasts
Assists with capital-expenditure preparation and justification related to production systems or inventory storage/material‑handling technologies
Leads small-scale projects and contributes to research on proposed operational improvements
Serves as a primary interface with internal partners
Translates operational data into actionable plans for implementation
Compiles and provides management status reports for corrective and preventative actions
Monitors, assesses, and provides status on project progress, actions, issue resolution, and support needs
Represents Supply Chain on Supply Chain related issues
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):
This position requires the ability to obtain a US Security Clearance for which the US Government requires US Citizenship. A final U.S. clearance Post Start is required
5+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment handling supply chain and inventory related tasks
1+ years of experience leading teams
Experience working with various ERP/WMS systems
Proficiency with PC Applications, especially Excel
Excellent written and Verbal Communications
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
Experience in the aerospace industry
Demonstrated ability to aggregate, visualize, and analyze data to make informed decisions (i.e. SQL, Excel, PowerBI, etc.)
Hands on experience with manufacturing process flows
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: $96,900 - $142,500
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.
Language Requirements:
Not ApplicableEducation:
Not ApplicableRelocation:
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.Export Control Requirement:
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.Safety Sensitive:
This is not a Safety Sensitive 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. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.Visa Sponsorship:
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.Contingent Upon Award Program
This position is not contingent upon program awardShift:
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