Structural Engineering Manager (Phantom Works)

Job Description

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Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) is looking for a Structural Engineering Mid-Level Manager to join our team in Berkeley, MO.

The manager in this role will be instrumental in leading a multi-disciplinary team of engineers working to define major airframe assemblies for a proprietary air vehicle. Coordinating with other engineering leaders, internal stakeholders, and external customers, this leader will have the opportunity to insert their prior experience and knowledge to define innovative, next-generation solutions to the development process.

Position Responsibilities :

Manages employees and first-level managers performing engineering and technical activities in the area of Mechanical & Structural Engineering.

Develops and executes integrated departmental plans, policies and procedures and provides input on departmental business and technical strategies, goals, objectives. Acquires resources for department activities, provides technical management of suppliers and leads process improvements.

Develops and maintains 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 and first-level managers.

Ability to travel 10% of time in support of suppliers, customer engagement and other program needs

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)

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills / Experience) :

Bachelor, Master or Doctorate of Science degree in engineering or physics

5+ years of experience in the aerospace industry

3+ years of experience mentoring, coaching, guiding, and leading teams

3+ years of experience as manager in which you had other managers as direct reports

Experience leading Air Vehicle Structural Design or Analysis tasks on primary airframe components and assemblies

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills / Experience) :

Bachelor's Degree or higher in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Civil Engineering 5+ years of full time aerospace industry experience within Mechanical, Structural, Payloads, Design or Analysis engineering

5+ years of experience in Structural design Experience using Boeing Non-Recurring Product Development (NRPD) or equivalent Boeing Development Processes

Experience utilizing Model Based Engineering to aid airframe build-to packages (BTPs) that are coordinated with supporting IPTs and meet manufacturing and fabrication needs

Familiarity with Model Based Systems Engineering to ensure developed engineering satisfies weapon system requirements and program performance, cost, and schedule objectives

Exposure to Earned Value Management (EVM) fundamentals either as a Control Account Manager (CAM) or status taker

Experience in developing proposals and in customer interactions related to defining, completing, and delivering typical development program CDRLs, deliverables, and artifacts

Prior experience working on a Special Access Program

Contingent Upon Award :

This position is contingent upon award

Relocation Assistance :

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility

Referral Bonus :

This position is eligible for a referral bonus

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.

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.

Typical summary pay range : $151,300- $204,700

Applications for this position will be accepted until Oct. 20, 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 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

Contingent Upon Program Reward

The position is contingent upon program award

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.