Lead Project Engineer

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Berkeley, MO, USA
In-Office
137K-185K Annually
Expert/Leader
Aerospace • Information Technology • Software • Cybersecurity • Design • Defense • Manufacturing
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The Role
Lead and manage the Signature Integrity software project team: define plans, track performance vs baseline, handle configuration/change control, identify risks and mitigation, coordinate resources and customer approvals, integrate software with IT systems, and provide technical and integration leadership to deliver project objectives onsite.
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Job Description
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.
The Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) - Phantom Works organization is seeking a talented Lead Project Engineer to join the Signature Integrity Software Team in Berkeley, MO as a Team Lead.
Signature Integrity is the ability to manufacture and maintain to an electro physics signature performance, evaluate defects, and provide signature status through signature management systems. A successful member of this team will lead project alignment and development of a system for production and champion integration into other digital systems and IT infrastructure.
Position Responsibilities:
  • Provides project leadership to a software development team representing multiple skill areas, which may include internal and external resources and customers
  • Works with customers and management to obtain approvals, develop implementation strategies, plans, and coordinates with the Signature Integrity Lead.
  • Participates in and responds to requirement changes from a Configuration Control Board, assesses the impact and negotiates proposed changes to determine modifications to the deliverables, resources, costs and schedules
  • Leads project to complete the work statement
  • Identify performance metrics, plans, identifies, and coordinates resources required over the life of the project
  • Defines plans for risk mitigation and opportunity
  • Compares actual results to baseline plan to assess project performance, efficiencies, productivity and lessons learned
  • Provides technical, business and integration leadership for the development and execution of project or team plans
  • Works under minimal direction

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at Berkeley, MO.
Travel may be required up to 10% of the time; Domestically and/or internationally depending on business needs.
This position requires an active U.S. Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active).
This position requires ability to obtain Special Program Access, for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship only.
Potential signing bonus for eligible/qualified external candidates.
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):
  • 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
  • 9 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience
  • 5+ years' experience in engineering project planning or project management
  • Ability to lead a team
  • Relevant experience with software, networks, or IT.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
  • Knowledge with the full life cycle process of software systems and development
  • Experience with engineering tool development & integration
  • Experience working with customers
  • 2 years' experience developing project execution plans, schedules, budgets, and risks
  • Basic experience utilizing digital tools such as JIRA, Gitlab, Confluence, etc for project management
  • Strong written and verbal communication, including interface and presentation skills to all levels of employees and Leadership
  • 1 year of technical writing experience in work, or internship(s)
  • Prior exposure to Agile framework, but not required
  • Prior knowledge of signature management processes or systems but not required.

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.
Total Rewards:
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.
The Boeing 401(k) helps you save for your future, with contributions from Boeing that can help you grow your retirement savings. Our best-in-class retirement benefit features:
  • Best in class 401(k) plan: we'll match your contributions dollar for dollar, up to 10% of eligible pay with Immediate 100% vesting
  • Student Loan Match: The Boeing 401(k) Student Loan Match allows eligible enrolled U.S. employees to have their qualified student loan debt payments counted, along with any match-eligible contributions they make, for purposes of determining the Company Match to employees' Boeing 401(k) accounts.

Summary pay range: $136,850 - $185,150
Applications for this position will be accepted until Jun. 26, 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 an active U.S. Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active) This position requires ability to obtain program access, for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship only.
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

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or equivalent
  • 9 or more years of related work experience or equivalent combination of technical education and experience
  • 5+ years' experience in engineering project planning or project management
  • Ability to lead a team
  • Relevant experience with software, networks, or IT
  • Active U.S. Secret security clearance (U.S. Citizenship required)
  • Ability to obtain Special Program Access (U.S. Citizenship required)
  • Must be 100% onsite in Berkeley, MO
  • Satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process
  • Knowledge of full life cycle software systems and development
  • Experience with engineering tool development and integration
  • Experience developing project execution plans, schedules, budgets, and risks (2 years)
  • Basic experience using digital tools such as JIRA, GitLab, Confluence for project management
  • Prior exposure to Agile framework
  • Strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills
  • 1 year of technical writing experience or internship experience
  • Prior knowledge of signature management processes or systems

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Boeing Compensation & Benefits Highlights

  • Retirement Support Boeing states a dollar‑for‑dollar 401(k) match on the first 10% of pay for most nonunion U.S. employees with immediate vesting and an annual true‑up, and a student‑loan match feature lets qualified loan payments count toward earning the company match. Union agreements specify strong but different retirement contributions (e.g., automatic company contributions plus matching under IAM terms).
  • Parental & Family Support The company advertises 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave for birth, adoption, surrogacy, or foster placement, alongside adoption and surrogacy reimbursement programs. Back‑up family care resources are also highlighted in benefits materials.
  • Healthcare Strength Comprehensive health and insurance benefits are emphasized, with eligibility generally beginning the first day of the month after hire. Many teammates are eligible for several programs on day one.

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