Millennium Space Systems Summer 2026 Internship Program - Manufacturing Engineering

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Millennium Space Systems Summer 2026 Internship Program - Manufacturing Engineering

El Segundo, CA
Internship
Paid
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    Millennium Space Systems Summer 2026 Internship Program - Manufacturing Engineering

    Company:

    Millennium Space Systems

    Millennium 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.

    The Avionics Manufacturing Engineering intern will work side-by-side with our Manufacturing Engineers in developing, qualifying, and improving manufacturing systems for the reliable build of spacecraft avionics products. They will gain hands-on experience with electronics manufacturing processes and to deliver process improvements that cut cycle time and increase first pass yield to support high-rate space vehicle production. This role offers broad and in-depth exposure to avionics products across many spacecraft subsystems and opportunities to make significant improvements to product design for manufacturability and process efficiency.

    Over the course of our 10-12 week internship experience you will have the opportunity to:

    • Develop and improve manufacturing processes

    • Create custom tools and production aids to reduce defects and cycle time

    • Author procedures for the manufacturing of electromechanical assemblies

    • Support assembly technicians with complex builds and test engineers with investigating test failures

    • Generate analytical reports by gathering manufacturing metrics, organizing the data, and conducting performance analysis

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

    These positions 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.

    Additionally, some positions may require the ability to obtain U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship.

    Basic Qualifications (Required Skill/Experience):

    • Junior or Senior standing in an Engineering Discipline from an ABET Accredited University

    • GPA >3.0

    • Ability to read, analyze, and interpret engineering drawings, technical manuals and policies and recommend changes to procedures

    • Familiarity with manufacturing engineering principles and concepts such as machining, soldering, and mechanical assembly

    • Past project experience involving the design and build of an electronics assembly or electromechanical mechanism

    Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

    • Strong academic performance (preferred GPA of 3.0 or above)

    • Exceptional organizational and collaboration skills as demonstrated through leadership positions on teams and/or in student or civic organizations

    • Strong technical experiences as demonstrated through technical projects, research or engineering internships

    • Exceptional communication skills and interest and enthusiasm related to engineering, aerospace and a career with Boeing

    • Junior or Senior class standing

    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:

    These positions are for 1st shift.

    Safety Sensitive Statement:

    Some of these positions are safety-sensitive positions and are subject to random drug and alcohol testing.

    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 :$21.15 /hr - $35.58 hr

    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 Applicable

    Education:
    Not Applicable

    Relocation:
    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 does not require a Security Clearance.

    Visa Sponsorship:
    Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

    Contingent Upon Award Program
    This position is not contingent upon program award

    Shift:
    Shift 1 (United States of America)

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