Boeing

Aerospace

AirplaneSystemsSeniorEngineeringManager

$213–288k Everett, Washington, United States FULL TIME
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The Brief

“Airplane Systems Senior Engineering Manager at Boeing. Skills: Airplane Systems, Engineering Management, Technical Leadership, Program Management, Team Development. Provide leadership and direction to employees and first-level managers in support of KC-46A program execution, including development, production, sustainment, and fleet issue resolution.. Provide oversight and approval of technical approaches, products, and processes.”

What You'll Achieve.

Ensuring aircraft safety, product quality, customer satisfaction, and timely resolution of complex technical issues.; Delivering results in a highly regulated, customer-facing environment.; Improve program outcomes.

Industry & Context.

Aerospace
Problems you'll solve

Disciplined problem solving; Resolution of complex technical issues

Eligibility Requirements

Must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process., Must meet U. S. export control compliance requirements., A “U. S. Person” as defined by 22 C. F. R. §120. 62 is required., Relocation based on candidate eligibility., Ability to obtain and maintain a U. S. Security Clearance, if required.

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

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., 10+ years of experience working with aircraft systems., 5+ years of experience providing technical leadership to cross-functional engineering projects.

Nice to Have

Experience managing a team’s schedule and financial performance (e. g. CAM, EVM)., Experience managing staffing allocations and prioritizing statement-of-work requirements., Experience in military aircraft systems, aerial refueling systems, or mission systems., Experience leading first-level managers., Experience with certification, compliance, and military standards., Experience communicating technical information to leadership, customers, and cross-functional partners., Experience mentoring and developing technical teams., Experience leading cross-functional collaboration across engineering, program, manufacturing, and quality organizations., Experience in model-based systems engineering., Ability to obtain and maintain a U. S. Security Clearance, if required.

What You'll Do.

Provide leadership and direction to employees and first-level managers in support of KC-46A program execution

including development

and fleet issue resolution.

Provide oversight and approval of technical approaches

Lead the team through program planning and project management of major development and sustainment efforts in accordance with organizational processes and procedures.

Guide resolution of complex technical issues through sound engineering judgment

disciplined problem solving

and effective risk mitigation.

and mentor the engineering team through coaching

and workforce planning.

Ensure engineering activities and deliverables meet safety

and certification requirements.

Communicate technical status

and mitigation plans to program leadership

and other key stakeholders.

Drive continuous improvement in engineering processes

and cross-functional collaboration in support of the Airplane Systems Capability to improve program outcomes.

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Integrate across multiple engineering and program functions.; Lead cross-functional collaboration across engineering, program, manufacturing, and quality organizations.; Cross-functional collaboration

Communication Scope

Communicate technical status, risks, issues, and mitigation plans to program leadership, customers, and other key stakeholders.; Communicate technical information to leadership, customers, and cross-functional partners.

Process & Methodology

Project management, Program planning, Project management of major development and sustainment efforts, Manage a team’s schedule and financial performance (e. g. CAM, EVM), Manage staffing allocations and prioritizing statement-of-work requirements

Full Job Description

Airplane Systems Senior Engineering Manager **Company:** The Boeing Company Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) Mobility, Surveillance & Bombers (MS&B) division is seeking a results-driven **Airplane Systems Senior Engineering Manager** with strong technical capability to lead the Aerial Refueling Systems team on the KC-46A Program in **Everett, WA**. The KC-46A Pegasus is an FAA-certified military derivative of the Boeing 767 commercial platform, modified to U.S. Air Force specifications for the primary mission of aerial refueling. As the program advances through production, sustainment, and ongoing development efforts, the engineering organization plays a central role in ensuring aircraft safety, product quality, customer satisfaction, and timely resolution of complex technical issues. Success in this environment requires strong technical leadership, disciplined execution, and the ability to integrate across multiple engineering and program functions. As the senior manager, you will provide leadership and technical oversight for the Aerial Refueling Boom Systems, Drogue Systems, Aerial Refueling Operator Station Systems, and Aerial Refueling Integration team. In this role, you will guide technical teams through complex development, production, and fleet sustainment challenges while ensuring alignment with program priorities, customer expectations, and enterprise standards. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong engineering judgment, project management, have experience developing and mentoring technical teams, and a proven track record of delivering results in a highly regulated, customer-facing environment. **Position Responsibilities:** * Provide leadership and direction to employees and first-level managers in support of KC-46A program execution, including development, production, sustainment, and fleet issue resolution. * Provide oversight and approval of technical approaches, products, and processes. * Lead the team through program planning and project

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