Senior Manufacturing Data Analyst - 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 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.
**Millennium Space Systems **(MSS) has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Manufacturing Data Analyst (Level 4) to join the **MSS **team in El Segundo, CA!
We are seeking a skilled Manufacturing Data Analyst to support data-driven execution and decision-making within our manufacturing organization. This role is responsible for owning the end-to-end manufacturing data workflow, including data extraction, validation, analysis, visualization, and executive-level reporting.
The analyst will serve as a trusted partner to Manufacturing leadership by delivering accurate, timely, and actionable insights related to production performance, capacity, schedule adherence, and manufacturing cost. This role operates with a high degree of autonomy and technical depth, supporting both day-to-day execution and longer-term operational improvement.
This role directly enables improved manufacturing execution, cost control, and delivery performance by providing trusted, actionable data to leadership. The Manufacturing Data Analyst plays a key role in scaling manufacturing operations, maturing data practices, and supporting long-term operational excellence
Strong communication and organizational skills are critical to success in this position, along with the ability to build strong relationships, collaborate in a cross-functional environment, and utilize problem-solving skills to proactively identify and manage risks and opportunities.
**Position Responsibilities: **
Manufacturing Data & Analytics Ownership
- Independently extract, integrate, and analyze manufacturing data from multiple systems (ERP/MRP, APS, MES, cost systems, and databases)
- Own data validation and reconciliation across systems to ensure accuracy, consistency, and trust in reporting
- Identify and resolve data discrepancies by working directly with system owners and functional teams
Reporting, Dashboards & Visualization
- Design, build, and maintain standardized dashboards and reports using SQL and Power BI
- Deliver executive-ready reporting that clearly communicates manufacturing performance, risks, and trends
- Automate recurring reports where possible to improve efficiency and data timeliness
Manufacturing Cost Analysis
- Analyze manufacturing cost per part, assemblies, and end items
- Support total manufacturing cost roll-ups by work center, function, or program
- Identify and analyze cost drivers including labor efficiency, scrap, rework, overtime, and material usage
- Partner with Finance to align operational data with financial reporting
Operational & Scenario Analysis
- Perform trend analysis and identify constraints, risks, and improvement opportunities
- Support scenario and “what-if” analysis related to demand changes, capacity constraints, and cost impacts
- Provide data support for recovery plans, prioritization decisions, and continuous improvement initiatives
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Work closely with Manufacturing, Engineering, Supply Chain, Finance, and Leadership to support execution and planning
- Translate complex data into clear insights and recommendations for non-technical audiences
- Act as a central point of contact for manufacturing data questions and 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.
**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
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):
- Bachelor’s Degree or higher
- Strong SQL ability
- 3+ years of experience with MRP (Material Requirements Planning)
- 3+ years of using advanced features in Microsoft Excel, including data analysis, and Power Point
- 3+ years of experience with Tableau, Power BI, Cognos, or other visualization tools
- 3+ years of experience in performing manufacturing process improvements and LEAN+/cost reductions
- Experience analyzing data, identifying issues and making recommendations for improvements associated with a value stream that resulted in change and improved business position
- Confident in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities, and able to multi-task and manage expectations
- Experience in producing and presenting presentations at the Executive level
- Experience working with and partnering with cross-functional teams on projects and initiatives
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
- Experience in an aerospace or regulated manufacturing environment (AS9100 awareness)
- Exposure to APS tools, MES systems, or capacity modeling
- Familiarity with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement metrics
- Experience with data automation or scripting (e.g., Python)
- Experience supporting leadership decision-making with analytics
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.
Shift: 1st Shift
Drug Free Workplace:
Millennium Space Systems, a Boeing company, is a Drug Free Workplace where post-offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria are met as outlined in our policies.
Total Rewards & Pay Transparency:
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: $119,000-$161,000
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:
Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent
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 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 award
Shift:
Shift 1 (United States of America)
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