Electro-Mechanical Technician B Second Shift - Millennium Space Systems
Boeing · El Segundo, CA
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Reliability
- Travel
- 5%
- Experience asked
- 1+ years
- Industry
- Aerospace & defense
- Posted
- 8 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level reliability role at Boeing (aerospace & defense) in El Segundo, CA. (An Interim and/or final U.S.
- They ask for
- 1+ years
- Tools it names
- Painting / coating
- Day to day
- about 5% travel · relocation help
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From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026
Maintenance Technician roles in California: typical posted base $72k–$110k.
Median of the low and high ends of 6 live postings that list pay, out of 107 maintenance technician openings in California, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
California plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →
How this role compares
Against 107 other live reliability postings in California.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- Less than usual (1+ vs 3+)
Typical $72k–$110k, from 7 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 3+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- PLC 31%
- Tooling 31%
- Welding 30%
- Team leadership 30%
- EHS / safety 20%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for Painting / coating, Union environment, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
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This plant: Boeing in El Segundo
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Full description from BoeingAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Responsibilities
- ◆Mechanical assembly of PCB assemblies into product chassis
- ◆Assemble Electro‐Mechanical assemblies by interpreting blueprints, engineering drawings and specifications, and written assembly, and standard operating procedures
- ◆Demonstrated exceptional attention to detail
- ◆Use precision calibrated tools – torque wrenches, micrometers and calipers
- ◆Perform visual inspection of Electro‐Mechanical assemblies to drawings, engineering specifications, and written assembly and test procedures
- ◆Ensure product quality and conformance to specifications
- ◆Document non‐conformances and associated rework/repair
- ◆Soldering and reworking of through‐hole and SMT components
- ◆Support conformal coat, masking, epoxy application and coating
- ◆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.
requirements
to support program objectives. Candidates must be able to work any shift assigned.
(Required Skills/Experience)
- ✓Minimum of High School Diploma or GED
- ✓More than 1 year of experience following written and verbal work instructions
- ✓Ability to use steady hand-eye coordination to work with small parts
- ✓Capable of lifting 20lbs or more on a frequent basis
- ✓Ability to stand and move (reach, bend, or stoop) to handle products for extended periods of time with only short breaks
(Desired Skills/Experience)
- ✓More than 1 year 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 1 year of experience in Electro-Mechanical assembly on high reliability products
- ✓More than 1 year of experience utilizing and following detailed work instructions, reading and interpreting blueprints, drawings, or specifications
- ✓More than 1 year of experience working in a Clean Room environment
- ✓More than 1 year of experience in electronics and electro-mechanical and PCB assemblies
- ✓More than 1 year of experience mixing epoxy materials
- ✓More than 1 year of experience in a manufacturing or assembly environment
- ✓More than 1 year of experience using a Microscope to inspect parts
- ✓More than 1 year of experience using basic Microsoft Office and office computing systems
- ✓More than 1 year of experience in J-STD-001 Soldering
- ✓More than 1 year of experience using calipers, a force gauge and/or tweezers
- ✓More than 1 year of experience using structures hand tools, test equipment, torque wrenches, dial indicators, micrometers, sheet metal brakes and sheers
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Electro-Mechanical Technician B Second Shift - Millennium Space Systems
Company
Millennium Space Systems
Millennium Space Systems (MSS) , a part of Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS) , is a fast, agile small satellite company focused on national security space. Our missions have a 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.
We have an exciting opportunity for an Electro-Mechanical Technician B to join our dynamic team in El Segundo, California .
This position's internal job code is Electro-Mechanical Technician B. Our team is currently hiring for labor grade 15.
Position
Shift
This position is primarily 2nd shift; however, there may be additional shift
Union
- •This is an International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) hourly union-represented position.
- •New hires and employees transferring from non-union roles may be required to attend or complete training within their 90-day probationary period. Continued employment is contingent on successfully completing the probationary period.
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. Top Secret Clearance Post Start is required.)
Basic
Conflict of Interest
Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.
Relocation
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.
Travel
Position may require travel up to 5% of the time.
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.
Pay & Benefits
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: $22.58 - $33.33
Millennium is a DDTC-registered, ITAR-compliant Company. This position is located at a facility that requires special access. Applicants MUST
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