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Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) is seeking a motivated and proactive MUOS-SLE Chief of Staff (Senior or Lead) to join our team in El Segundo, CA.
The ideal candidate is a seasoned professional with a strong track record of supporting senior and executive leaders. You bring expertise in schedule management and business travel logistics, along with deep knowledge of Boeing tools and processes. Known for driving process improvements and fostering team success, you excel at quickly learning new responsibilities, solving complex problems, and contributing proactively to organizational goals.
Position Responsibilities:
- Define and execute the Mobile User Objective System (MUOS) operating rhythm while closely coordinating with the broader Space Mission Systems (SMS) team.
- Lead the design, logistics and facilitation of MUOS operational reviews, program related events; maintain leadership team calendars; monitor and track MUOS actions, project and initiative execution and communicate status.
- Prepare high level briefings for internal and external customers
- Enterprise Gated process execution and closure effectiveness.
- Point of contact for interfaces with Executive office for Space Communications Programs and SMS.
- Point of contact for customer front offices.
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):
- Bachelor's degree, or equivalent work experience
- 5+ years of experience as a Chief of Staff or in administrative coordination, project support, or staff analyst roles
- Strong organizational and multitasking skills with the ability to manage competing priorities
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and other relevant business tools
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Experience supporting senior management and coordinating cross-functional teams
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
- Level 5: 10+ years of experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Experience working within aerospace, defense, or related industries
- Knowledge of Boeing-specific tools, systems, and processes
- Proven experience in process improvement and change management initiatives
- Strong project management skills with experience coordinating complex projects
- Familiarity with records and information management programs
- Experience supporting executive leadership and managing high-level communications
- Ability to analyze data and generate reports to support decision-making
Conflict of interest:
Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.
Relocation:
This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility. Basic Relocation will be offered to internal candidates.
Travel: Some travel may be required up to 25%
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:
Level 4: $126,650 - $171,350
Level 5: $156,400 - $211,600
Applications for this position will be accepted until Aug. 20, 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
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
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience
- 5+ years experience as a Chief of Staff or in administrative coordination, project support, or staff analyst roles
- Strong organizational and multitasking skills with ability to manage competing priorities
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and relevant business tools
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Experience supporting senior management and coordinating cross-functional teams
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Ability to obtain a U.S. security clearance (interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance post-start)
- U.S. Person required to meet export control compliance (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee)
- Satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process
- Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status
- Some travel may be required (up to 25%)
- Preferred: 10+ years experience or equivalent (Level 5)
- Preferred: Experience in aerospace, defense, or related industries
- Preferred: Knowledge of Boeing-specific tools, systems, and processes
- Preferred: Experience in process improvement and change management initiatives
- Preferred: Strong project management skills coordinating complex projects
- Preferred: Familiarity with records and information management programs
- Preferred: Ability to analyze data and generate reports to support decision-making
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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