F/A-18 Manufacturing Manager (Multi Manufacturing)

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San Antonio, TX, USA
In-Office
111K-141K Annually
Senior level
Aerospace • Information Technology • Software • Cybersecurity • Design • Defense • Manufacturing
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The Role
Manage a multi-discipline team performing upgrades and service-life extension modifications on F/A-18 aircraft. Oversee ramp, hangar, and serviceability operations; develop business plans, policies, and technical strategies; manage suppliers and resources; approve technical approaches and lead process improvements while promoting safety and quality. Provide people leadership, stakeholder relationships, and program oversight.
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At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We're committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that's welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.
Boeing Defense is seeking a First Line F/A-18SLM Manufacturing Manager, to support our San Antonio business. The candidate will report to the FA-18 SLM Senior Operations Manager and will oversee a diverse team of ramp, hanger, and serviceability operations personnel. This position is to join the FA-18 Service Life Modification (SLM) team as we modify and upgrade the Navy's warfighter for years to come.
Position Responsibilities:
  • Oversee a team upgrading and modifying FA-18s for the Service Life Extension Modification Program
  • Manage employees performing activities in multiple manufacturing disciplines
  • Develop and execute business plans, policies and procedures and develops organizational and technical strategies
  • Acquire resources, provides technical management of suppliers and leads process improvements
  • Develop and maintain relationships and partnerships with customers, stakeholders, peers, partners and direct reports
  • Provide oversight and approval of technical approaches, products and processes. Manages, develops and motivates employees
  • Promote an environment and culture that is safety and quality driven

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 and 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."
  • 5+ years of experience working with aircraft maintenance and/or modifications

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Experience & Skills):
  • 3+ years of experience performing in a leadership role, formal and/or informal
  • Experience with the Navy and F/A-18
  • High communication skills
  • Project Management experience
  • Experience leading a diverse team

Conflict of Interest: Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process
Shift: This position is for Variable 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 Starting Pay Rate: $111,350 - $140,650
Applications for this position will be accepted until Jul. 13, 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
Relocation
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this 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.
Shift
This position is for variable 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 experience in a leadership role (team leader, temp manager, large cross-functional project/program management, or formal manager) OR completion of Boeing internal course "Exploring Leadership."
  • 5+ years of experience working with aircraft maintenance and/or modifications.
  • Ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance; an interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance post-start is required; U.S. Citizenship required to obtain clearance.
  • Must complete a required assessment as part of the selection process; failure to complete removes candidate from consideration.
  • Must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.
  • Must meet U.S. export control compliance as a U.S. Person (U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee).
  • Willingness to work variable shifts.
  • 3+ years of experience performing in a leadership role, formal and/or informal.
  • Experience with the Navy and F/A-18.
  • High communication skills.
  • Project management experience.
  • Experience leading a diverse team.

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Boeing Compensation & Benefits Highlights

  • Retirement Support For most U.S. nonunion roles, the company matches 401(k) contributions with immediate vesting, and a student‑loan feature counts eligible payments toward earning the company match. Some union agreements also include robust retirement terms, combining a match up to a set percentage with an additional company contribution.
  • Parental & Family Support Paid parental leave is provided at full pay for birth, adoption, surrogacy, or foster placement, alongside adoption and surrogacy assistance. Family resources such as specialized health programs and backup child and elder care are available.
  • Healthcare Strength Coverage spans medical, dental, and vision plus mental‑health and specialty clinical programs (e.g., cancer support and centers of excellence), with many benefits beginning soon after hire. Virtual care, coaching, and access to licensed therapists are included.

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