Senior Controller Specialist

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Seal Beach, CA, USA
In-Office
124K-168K Annually
Senior level
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The Role
Serve as the primary liaison for 777‑X in‑service events and AOGs: intake and triage airline/FSR calls, provide telephone troubleshooting, coordinate SMEs and spares, escalate complex issues to engineering/operations, track actions to closure, document cases in BCS, and prepare shift handovers. Support 24/7 operations with nonstandard shift schedules and occasional travel.
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Job Description
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The Customer Support Operations Center within Boeing Commercial Aircraft is seeking a skilled and detail-orientated Senior Controller Specialist to join the Boeing Operations Center 777-X team in Seal Beach, CA.
Position Overview:
The Boeing 777-9 is the lead variant of the 777X family, designed to deliver improved fuel efficiency, extended range, and enhanced passenger experience for long-haul commercial operations. This position combines the core Controller responsibilities with elevated mission leadership duties. The Senior Controller will act as the critical liaison between Boeing Field Service Representatives (FSRs), airline customers, AOG spares teams, Service and Engineering stakeholders, and BOC leadership to ensure timely, safe, and visible resolution of in-service events and AOGs.
Primary Responsibilities:
  • Act as primary intake for airline customer calls and BCS Case Messages; perform initial assessment and determine next steps.
  • Conduct situational awareness calls with customers/FSRs to gather facts, set expectations, and confirm next actions.
  • Prioritize and triage incoming requests; determine appropriate resolution path (direct response, SME engagement, escalation).
  • Use published data, manuals, and technical references to develop and deliver timely guidance via BCS; follow up to confirm resolution.
  • Provide telephone-based troubleshooting to restore or maintain aircraft operability.
  • Engage Lead Engineers, Systems/Structures SMEs, and other specialists for deeper technical analysis.
  • Coordinate and escalate unresolved or complex issues to engineering, spares, field service, or operations teams, and track actions to closure.
  • Initiate interim remedial actions to mitigate operational impact while permanent fixes are developed.
  • Maintain situational awareness of open cases to meet service-level expectations and support on-time performance.
  • Document case activities, decisions and outcomes in BCS and other tracking systems to ensure auditable records and continuity.
  • Prepare and deliver shift handover reports for critical or ongoing items.

Schedule:
Willingness to work a non-standard schedule, which may include working "7days-on/7days-off", holidays and weekends, and second or third shift hours to support the Boeing fleet operating in a 24/7/365 environment; a 7 day shift consist of working Fri-Thu for 7 days from either 2nd shift (12PM - 12AM) and/or 4th shift (12AM - 12PM) with the following 7 days off. This position is for 2nd shift (12PM - 12AM) and/or 4th shift (12AM - 12PM); for specialized skills a 4/10 schedule across all shifts would be an option.
Travel Requirement:
Must be willing and able to travel 10% of the time domestically and internationally.
Work Authorization:
This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at the Seal Beach, California location.
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/ Experience):
  • 5+ years of experience in commercial aircraft operations or in-service support.
  • Experience working with organizational leaders to develop and implement operational plans and objectives.
  • Technical research agility across multiple airplane models; ability to interpret drawings, system schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation.
  • Strong Project Management skills including Executive level presentations, report outs and communication.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
  • Proven airplane systems troubleshooting experience and flight ramp hands-on troubleshooting exposure.
  • Airline maintenance operations or MOC (Maintenance Operations Center) experience.
  • Airplane production experience involving systems troubleshooting.
  • Experience coordinating AOG spares logistics and working with supplier/spares management.
  • Demonstrated experience leading or facilitating customer-facing AOG meetings and coordinating cross-functional action items.
  • Project management experience including preparing leadership-level reports and presentations.

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.
Union:
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:
  • Senior (Level 4): $124,000 - $168,000

Applications for this position will be accepted until Jul. 11, 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.
Visa Sponsorship
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
Shift
This position is for 2nd 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

  • 5+ years of experience in commercial aircraft operations or in-service support.
  • Experience working with organizational leaders to develop and implement operational plans and objectives.
  • Technical research agility across multiple airplane models; interpret drawings, system schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation.
  • Strong project management skills including executive-level presentations, report outs, and communication.
  • Willingness to work non-standard schedules (7 on/7 off, holidays, weekends, 2nd or 4th shift; possible 4/10 option).
  • Willingness and ability to travel ~10% domestically and internationally.
  • Must be able to work 100% onsite at Seal Beach, CA.
  • Must meet U.S. export control requirements (U.S. Person as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62).
  • Satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest assessment and comply with post-offer drug testing policies.
  • Proven airplane systems troubleshooting and flight ramp hands-on troubleshooting exposure.
  • Airline maintenance operations or Maintenance Operations Center (MOC) experience.
  • Airplane production experience involving systems troubleshooting.
  • Experience coordinating AOG spares logistics and working with supplier/spares management.
  • Demonstrated experience leading or facilitating customer-facing AOG meetings and coordinating cross-functional action items.
  • Project management experience preparing leadership-level reports and presentations.

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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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