AWACS Senior Program Manager - Airborne Warning and Control System

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Oklahoma City, OK
In-Office
167K-227K Annually
Senior level
Aerospace • Information Technology • Cybersecurity • Defense • Manufacturing
The Role
Manage the AWACS Program, oversee modifications and development efforts, maintain relationships with stakeholders, and lead logistics support initiatives. Requires strong organizational and communication skills.
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AWACS Senior Program Manager - Airborne Warning and Control System

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Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS) has exciting opportunities for three Senior Program Managers (Level M) to join the Airborne Warning and Control System (AWACS) Program Management team in Oklahoma City, OK!

AWACS is seeking a Program Manager for the NATO Final Lifetime Extension Program (FLEP). This unique role will oversee both the development of a new modification and ground system for NATO in addition to the modification of 14 additional aircraft.  The development effort is currently entering the initial checkout and flight test phase, occurring at NATO Air Base Geilenkirchen, in Geilenkirchen, Germany.  Also at GK is the build and test of the System Integration Lab (SIL) co-located with a ground segment training system.  Modification of 14 additional aircraft is being completed by our partner, Airbus, in Manching, Germany.  The Boeing Program Office, engineering and functional support teams are located in Oklahoma City, OK.  The successful candidate will demonstrate tenacity and a proactive approach to problem solving.   It will require excellent communication and team building skills. The position will require 3-4 international trips per year. 

The second position will lead our Japan/France/US contracts.  The Japan portfolio covers the modification of two aircraft being completed by our teammates in San Antonio, support of the two already completed aircraft and the associated ground systems installed in country, and integration of a new MIDS terminal into all aircraft.  Our French contract will manage efforts pertaining to our Engineering Services Contracts, Obsolescence Management, and Field Service Reps, working directly with our Customer, Air Frace. 

The third position will be leading our Product Support Integrated Product Team (IPT).  This position will be responsible for delivering our logistics and support products to our programs in addition to serving as the Program Manager for several contracts that span the entire portfolio.   

Strong communication and organizational skills are critical to success in these positions, 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:

  • Manages employees and mid-level managers performing business management activities in the area of Program Management.
  • Develops and executes integrated organizational plans, policies and procedures and guides the development of business and technical strategies, goals, objectives.
  • Acquires resources for organizational activities, provides technical management of suppliers and leads process improvements.
  • Develops and maintains relationships and partnerships with customers, stakeholders, peers, partners and direct reports.
  • Provides oversight and approval of technical approaches, products and processes.
  • Manages, develops and motivates employees and mid-level managers.

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 or equivalent work experience
  • 5+ years of experience in Program Management including cost, schedule and technical management.
  • 3+ years of experience building relationships with customers, program offices, subcontractors, and product organizations
  • Experience managing EVM metrics.
  • Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment

 Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

  • Experience in the production, modification and/or conversion of airplanes
  • Proficient experience using project management tools & best practices
  • Experience developing & integrating strategic projects and initiatives to meet business goals
  • Experience leading team of project managers
  • Experience in a role that required organizational skills with the capability to prioritize, facilitate and coordinate multiple projects

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Travel: Willing and able to travel 10-20% of the time, both internationally and domestically

Shift: 1st Shift

Drug Free Workplace:

Boeing 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 is met as outlined in our policies. 

Total Rewards & Pay Transparency:

At Boeing, 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.

The Boeing Company 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 for $167,450 - $226,550

Applications for this position will be accepted until January 6, 2026

Language Requirements:

Not Applicable

Education:

Not Applicable

Relocation:

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

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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