Senior Manager, MQ-25 Test Program Manager

Job Description
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The Boeing Test & Evaluation (BT&E) team is seeking a Senior Manager, MQ-25 Test Program Manager to join our team in Berkeley, MO on the MQ-25 test program. This role will be responsible for the leadership and management of the Boeing statement of work for the MQ-25 test program, including managing and integrating test program planning, instrumentation program planning, test article configuration management, on-aircraft ground testing, test readiness reviews, Flight Test Mission Assurance Readiness Reviews (FTMARR) support, flight testing, coordination with the combined test team at remote site test activities, capital project planning, facility planning, flight test capability planning, instrumentation capability planning, and issues resolution within a ground and flight test program. Candidates must have a working knowledge of all aspects of an aircraft flight test program.
This position will support the Test Program Manager in leading a high performing, cross functional test team, responsible for testing and production acceptance testing of the MQ-25. This position will directly report to the Integrated Test Leader for Air Dominance, Phantom Works, and Weaopns. This position is responsible for the safe, innovative and efficient execution of testing throughout the entire BT&E Product Test Life Cycle. This position partners with the lab test engineering and operation, the flight test engineering and operations, flight operations and the engineering capability leaders within BT&E, as well as, business partners, US government leaders, suppliers and customers to execute test programs and meet commitments. A successful candidate will have:

• Strong business acumen with a high degree of technical understanding of configurations, integrated schedules, and linkage between commitments, deliveries, and our domestic customer driven milestone commitments
• Strong coordination, integration and communication skills
• Ability to lead cross functional teams across multiple diverse facilities
• Strong Program Management Best Practices and Earned Value Management skills with the demonstrated ability to lead program execution
• Strong Risk, Issue and Opportunity Management skills
• Test leadership experience

Position Responsibilities:

• Responsible for entire BT&E statement of work for the program, and for development and operational test planning, instrumentation and test execution across the entire Product Test Life Cycle
• Responsible for frequent customer integration with senior representatives of the U.S. Government and for maintaining a positive Boeing image, developing a trusting customer relationship, and gaining the knowledge of the customer necessary for successful execution
• Manages test execution schedule, financial and technical performance
• Coordinates with BT&E capabilities to ensure appropriate resources/skills are available to execute program statement of work
• Ensures the safe, innovative and efficient execution of the MQ-25 test activities
• Participates in key program reviews, Readiness Reviews, FTMARRs, EAC activities, etc.
• Advocates for investments needed for program execution (technology development, facilities, capital etc.) and supports funding approval activities
• Develops and perpetuates a team culture of transparency, collaboration and inclusion

This position will have a requirement to be onsite 100% of the time, with a travel requirement of approximately 15%.
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 working as a senior leader or senior manager
• 5+ years of leadership experience in engineering and/or organizational leadership/program management
• 5+ years of experience in flight test, laboratory testing, data analysis, instrumentation, system integration, and/or simulation

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Experience leading through influence and partnering with cross-functional teams on projects and initiatives
• Experience in critical business and financial acumen in order to influence and shape strategy and lead test program execution
• Experience leading or conducting complex flight and/or lab testing in an integrated test team environment
• Experience in establishing and managing a system level test program and large-scale team
• Ability to navigate ambiguities in dynamic environments and lead through influence
• Ability to build positive relationships with BT&E, ET&T and BDS senior leaders and integrate across business units
• A strong natural leadership style that moves people to act, motivates and inspires excellence and innovation
• Must be results-oriented with a focus on performance, cost management, safety and quality
• Demonstrated track record of meeting or exceeding targets goals and strong skills in program execution to schedule and budget

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.
Conflict of Interest:
Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.
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: $198,900 - $269,100
Applications for this position will be accepted until Feb. 27, 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)
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.