Weapons Flight Test Operations Manager

Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

The Boeing Test & Evaluation (BT&E) Flight Test organization has an opening for a Weapons Flight Test Operations (FTO) Manager in Saint Charles, MO . This position is focused on supporting a variety of weapon systems programs (JDAM, SDB, B61, Harpoon, etc.) and proprietary programs primarily based out of Saint Charles, MO.

The selected Weapons FTO manager will lead a team of engineers and technicians responsible for test program planning, detailed test plan development, test equipment checkout, test vehicle assembly / checkout / configuration management, test readiness reviews, on-aircraft and control room test execution, day-to-day coordination of remote site test activities, and resolving emergent issues within a flight test program. The manager will have extensive coordination with internal teams as well as external customers.

Position Responsibilities Include :

Program Management Best Practices : manage cost, schedule, RIO, and other programmatic aspects; support program proposal activities support (material and labor estimates

Employee development and engagement through coaching, mentoring, and employee performance assessment. Identifying growth opportunities and assignments that best fit the needs of the individual and the company

Strategic planning involved in prioritization of limited indirect funds and the development of new tools and capabilities

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

3+ years of experience supporting a military flight test program

3+ years of experience working with external (i.e. non-Boeing) stakeholders such as customers, suppliers, or government representatives

1+ years of experience managing or leading people or teams

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills / Experience) :

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.)

Highly adaptable, high attention to detail, and mission-oriented personality

Experience as a Cost Account Manager (CAM) or experience creating estimates

Experience leading technical teams

Experience as a test engineer on a military test program

Experience with planning and executing programs at remote sites

Experience with Program Management Best Practices including Requirements Management; Earned Value Management; and Risk / Issue / Opportunity Management

Experience with weapon development programs

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 & 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 : $129,200 – $174,800

Applications for this position will be accepted until Nov. 10, 2025

Export Control Requirements : This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, 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 the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and / or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.

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.

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.