Millennium Space Systems
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Senior Environmental Test Engineer 2nd Shift - Millennium Space Systems

111K–199K
Onsite · Los Angeles, California
Posted August 3, 2026
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Overview

Millennium Space Systems seeks a Senior Environmental Test Engineer to lead environmental testing for satellite hardware on the 2nd shift. You will own test equipment and processes while scaling manufacturing capabilities. This role drives innovation in thermal and vibration testing to ensure product reliability at high rates.

What You'll Do11

  • 1Serve as primary point of support for environmental test equipment and processes
  • 2Create spacecraft hardware test procedures and ensure test readiness
  • 3Develop SOPs for technicians and improve manufacturing test efficiency
  • 4Identify improvement opportunities to enhance safety and reduce lead time
  • 5Implement automation for test equipment to boost throughput
  • 6Author test procedures and qualify new products for space applications
  • 7Troubleshoot root causes of test issues and execute permanent corrective actions
  • 8Enable production autonomy by simplifying work processes and automating tasks
  • 9Act as technical subject matter expert for environmental testing
  • 10Lead test equipment automation projects to maximize efficiency
  • 11Maintain security clearance and comply with export controls

Requirements5

  • 15+ years of experience in environmental testing with focus on vibration thermal vacuum testing
  • 2Expertise with thermal chambers TVAC chambers and vibration shakers
  • 3Proven ability to author and implement test procedures
  • 4Familiarity with SMC-S-016 and GSFC-STD-7000A standards
  • 5Strong knowledge of PXI instrumentation and root cause analysis methodologies

Salary Insight

$111 - $199k per year

Location

Typeonsite
LocationLos Angeles, California

Required Skills

Thermal chambersTVAC chambersVibration shakersTest procedure authoringProcess improvementsPXIThermocouples
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