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Boeing Global Services (BGS) is looking for someone to lead the C-17 Development Project Engineering team. They will be responsible for the leadership and oversight of approximately 18-20 project engineers, finance and support staff executing avionics and flight controls HW and SW engineering development projects.
Position Responsibilities:
- Responsible for project execution and the integration of disciplines necessary to successfully develop and deliver avionics and flight controls capabilities.
- Responsible for cost and schedule performance of projects.
- Maintaining, training and evolving the development team project engineering processes and disciplines and the maintenance of the project engineering manual.
- Manage, develop, listen, advocate for, and motivate a diverse team of employees.
- Utilize engineering knowledge to provide technical direction, oversight, and guidance regarding approved processes, plans, tools, technology and skills.
- Utilize strong business acumen to "run your business", including managing business plan, organizational goal alignment, and budget and staffing forecasts.
- Establish, track and manage metrics and goals for cost, schedule, quality, and customer satisfaction.
- Effectively communicate with team, senior leadership, and stakeholders to keep informed on daily status, metrics, progress to plan, execution, policies, directives, expectations, etc.
- Lead processes documentation and process improvement projects to achieve business goals and drive first time quality.
- Perform efficiently in a fast-paced, challenging, diverse work environment.
Boeing First-Line Leader Assessment: To be considered for this position you will be required to complete an assessment as part of the selection process. Failure to complete the assessment will remove you from consideration
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):
- Candidates must have at least one year of experience in a leadership role (team leader, temp manager, large scale cross functional project/program management, or formal manager experience) OR have completed the Boeing internal course "Exploring Leadership"
- 10+ years of experience in Project Management and/or technical integration
- Experience developing project execution plans, schedules and budgets
- Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Technology), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement
- Experience with Avionics equipment
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
- Experience working on an Agile team using Agile methodologies
- 1+ years of experience as a CAM (cost account manager) in EVM (earned value management)
- Experience with mentoring, coaching, guiding, and leading teams of junior and peer engineers
- Prior military programs
- Background flight controls development
- Experience using critical chain management approach
Conflict of Interest:
Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process
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.
GENERAL:
All information provided will be checked and may be verified.
Please apply ASAP for this role as recruitment may commence before the end date.
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.
Salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
Summary pay range: $151,300 - $204,700
Applications for this position will be accepted until Aug. 21, 2026
Export Control Requirements:
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.
Export Control Details:
US based job, US Person required
Education
Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Required
Relocation
This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.
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.
Shift
This position is for 1st shift
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
Skills Required
- At least one year of leadership experience or completion of Boeing course 'Exploring Leadership'
- 10+ years of experience in project management and/or technical integration
- Experience developing project execution plans, schedules, and budgets
- Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or equivalent
- Experience with avionics equipment
- Complete Boeing First-Line Leader Assessment as part of selection process
- U.S. Person status (export control) and ability to obtain interim and/or final U.S. Secret security clearance
- Experience working on an Agile team using Agile methodologies
- 1+ years experience as a CAM (cost account manager) in Earned Value Management (EVM)
- Experience mentoring, coaching, and leading junior and peer engineers
- Prior experience on military programs
- Background in flight controls development
- Experience using critical chain management approach
Boeing Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Retirement Support — Retirement programs are presented as a standout, with a “best-in-class” 401(k), strong matching formulas, and eligibility beginning early for many roles. Administration through Fidelity and an emphasis on long-term savings signal depth and reliability.
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Parental & Family Support — Family-building and caregiving resources include fertility, surrogacy, and adoption assistance, plus child, adult, and elder care support in some locations. These programs reflect a broad approach to supporting different family needs.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time away is described through a comprehensive policy that integrates PTO with overall compensation and incentives. Multiple forms of paid leave and time off are positioned as part of the core package.
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