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Boeing Commercial Airplanes (BCA), Fabrication organization isseeking a Production Engineering Manager (Liaison Engineering), First Line Manager to join the Boeing Portland, OR Engineering team.
Position Overview:
The role offers an opportunity to manage analysis of engineering data related to the fabrication of flight critical parts for all BCA airplane programs. This is an important role managing an important team, ensuring the highest quality output critical to the safe and efficient operation of the Boeing fleet and exceeding the expectations of our amazing customers.
Position Responsibilities:
- Manages employees performing activities within Liaison Engineering discipline.
- 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. Manages, develops and motivates employees.
- Manage the cost, schedule, and technical requirements of multiple projects simultaneously; report performance to plan to senior leadership and executives.
- Interface with other engineering functions, suppliers, and customers as required to meet business objectives.
- Lead the team by setting expectations, clarifying strategy, communicating frequently, and talent development.
- Manage direct reports by providing task assignments, conducting performance reviews, and ensuring compliance to policies and procedures.
Work Authorization:
This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at Portland, OR.
Candidate Assessment Notice:
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):
- 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
- 5+ years of experience in support of aerospace products, which should include commercial and/or military airplane.
- 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.
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience:
- 2+ years of experience in Liaison Engineering
- Proven ability to embrace change, lead continuous improvement, and treat safety and quality as top priorities.
- Experience leading complex projects.
- Willingness and ability to manage ambiguity and turn it into action.
- Managing/Leading and engaging work team.
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.
Union Representation:
This is not a union represented position.
Pay and 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:
$151,000 - $204,000
Applications for this position will be accepted until Jun. 29, 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.
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
- 5+ years of experience supporting aerospace products (commercial and/or military airplane)
- At least one year of leadership experience (team leader, temp manager, cross-functional project/program management, or formal manager) OR completion of Boeing's 'Exploring Leadership' course
- 100% onsite work at Portland, OR
- U.S. Person as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 (U.S. citizen, national, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee)
- Complete candidate assessment as part of the selection process
- Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status
- 2+ years of Liaison Engineering experience
- Proven ability to lead continuous improvement and prioritize safety and quality
- Experience leading complex projects and managing/engaging teams
- Willingness and ability to manage ambiguity and turn it into action
Boeing Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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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).
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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.
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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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