Lab Test Structures Manager

Job Description
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Boeing Test & Evaluation (BT&E) has an exciting opportunity for a Lab Test Structures Manager to join the Cargo / Utility Rotorcraft Platforms located at Ridley Park, PA. The new manager will be managing day-to-day Structures Lab Test operations for multiple platforms and flight test programs based out of Ridley Park (Chinook, Osprey, Grey Wolf etc.). The selected candidate will coordinate with the Engineering Capability Leader defining short- and long-term goals and capabilities. In addition, coordinating test assets and capability of required testing from this site and traveled work from other sites. Manage all capital investments and long-range planning for capital investments into the lab.
Manage employees performing engineering and technical activities in the test labs. Establish career development plan for employees. Develops and executes project and process plans, implements policies and procedures and sets operational goals. Develop resource planning for projects and processes, 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.
Position Responsibilities:

• Develops and executes project and process plans, implements policies and procedures and sets operational goals
• Acquires resources for projects and processes, 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
• Technical aspects: cost, schedule, and other programmatic aspects; and proposal support (including development of labor estimates)
• Develop and engage Employees through: coaching; mentoring; and employee performance assessment, as well as identifying growth opportunities and assignments that best fit the needs of the individual and the company
• Oversell All capital investment project and long-term planning

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

• Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study, in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry
• 3+ years of experience supporting a military test program

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• Experience with Structures Lab Testing
• Experience as a Cost Account Manager (CAM) or experience creating estimates
• Experience with Program Management Best Practices including: Requirements Management; Earned Value Management; and Risk/Issue/Opportunity Management
• Communication skills, organizational skills, and the ability to adapt to change and deal with ambiguity
• Experience leading a technical team, and experience working on multiple projects simultaneously
• Experience as an Instrumentation or Design/Build Engineer on a military test program

Drug Free Workplace:
Boeing 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 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: $151,300 - $204,700
Applications for this position will be accepted until Feb. 04, 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.