Boeing

Job Description

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Boeing Commercial Airplanes (BCA) 787 Airframe Structures team is seeking a first level engineering leader to join the Fuselage LCPT group in North Charleston, South Carolina.

This leader will lead a team of structures analysis and design engineers supporting the 787 S43 and the 787 common architecture. The statement of work shall include future airframe design, factory and fleet support, and oversight of 787 Partners and the supply chain. This leader should be able to manage a wide variety of concurrent work statements, including long and short flow assignments.

The position requires a candidate with a servant leadership mindset who communicates and collaborates well with others. This leadership role will have an emphasis on mentoring/ coaching teammates, establishing positive working relationships, and instilling a culture of engineering excellence and safety. This leader should be able to leverage engineering judgment to guide and shepherd teams and engineers to effective and efficient solutions that meet product safety as well as business objectives.

The leader will be responsible for staffing and budget planning and processes and implementing the Best Program Management Practices.

This leader will manage employees performing engineering and technical activities around Mechanical & Structural Engineering. Develop and execute business plans, policies and procedures and develop organizational and technical strategies. Acquire resources, provide technical management of suppliers and lead process improvements. Develop and maintain 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.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Mentor and develop team member's technical and leadership capabilities
• A positive & proactive leadership mindset which motivates team members and maintains a healthy work atmosphere.
• Help facilitate daily team stand ups utilizing OPD best practices.
• Proactive collaboration with customers and support organizations, build positive relationships. (i.e. LE, Prod. Engineering, Operations, Fleet Support teams)
• Manage daily team priorities to effectively utilize team resources
• Effective communication with lead engineers, management and team members.
• Establish clear RAA for lead engineers, foster and develop lead pipeline.
• Develop and execute business plans, policies and procedures and develop organizational and technical strategies.
• Support hiring of engineering team.
• Provide technical guidance and oversite to team and partner
• Maintain and update BOE/EAC/LRBP tools and process
• Domestic and international travel as needed to support business and program goals (~ 10% of time)

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/ Experience):

• Bachelors of Science (or greater) from an accredited course of study in engineering
• 5+ years of experience in Aerospace Industry
• Experience with project management methodologies
• Experience in leading cross-functional teams and managing complex projects from conception to completion

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• 3+ years of experience leading aerospace design engineering teams and integrating within a global supply base and product value streams
• 3+ years of experience within Boeing Commercial Airplanes
• 787 Airframe Experience
• Experience with commercial aircraft certification processes and regulations
• Demonstrated ability in team building, coaching, and employee development to enhance team performance and engagement.

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.

Pay Range Summary:

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.

K Level Manager: $130,050 - $175,950

Applications for this position will be accepted until Jul. 17, 2025

Export Control Requirements: This is not an Export Control position.

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.