Senior Flight Engineering Manager
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. Boeing Technology Innovation (BTI) is currently seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Flight Engineering Manager to join the team in Hazelwood, MO. This leadership position will provide senior engineering support to a diverse team of talented engineers in the development, application and transition of innovative technology in applied aerodynamics and computational sciences, acoustics and adaptive structures to achieve competitive advantage and enable business unit growth. The successful candidate will develop and maintain an expert, diverse team that supports Boeing's one-company culture by collaborating with business units and functional partners to share and replicate best practices within flight engineering across the enterprise as well as serving as a BTI spokesperson interacting with Government customers to capture contracts and with universities and small businesses to establish teaming partnerships.
Position Responsibilities :
- Management and execution of assigned research projects and contracts to achieve technical excellence within budget and schedule constraints
- Managing a significant portfolio of research, program support, and CRAD, with the expectation of growth
- Leading an organization of direct engineering reports
- Responsible for oversight and growth of related international and university research
- Serve as the Lab Manager for the BTI Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) computing lab and the Advanced Aeromechanical Control Effector Systems (AACES) lab
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 statement8+ years of Flight engineering experience in one or more of the following Flight skills with a focus on innovative solutions (Aerodynamics, Aerothermodynamics, Computational Fluid Dynamics, Acoustics & Vibration, Flow Control)Experience leading a team of technical expertsExperience developing and maintaining relationships and partnerships with customers, stakeholders, peers, partners and direct reportsExperience providing oversight and approval of technical approaches, products and processesExperience managing, developing, and motivating employeesPreferred Qualifications (Desired Skills / Experience) :
Advanced degree with research experience3+ years of formal management experience leading teams in the functional area of FlightStrong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with a diverse team of engineers and leaders globallyExperience working with BDS defense programs and team members within Air Dominance; Phantom Works; Vertical Lift; Space, Intelligence & Weapons Systems and / or Mobility, Surveillance & BombersProven ability in strategic decision-making to drive organizational successDemonstrated adaptability in dynamic environments and changing circumstancesExperience in building and developing organizational talent to enhance team performanceStrong track record of sound fiscal management in overseeing projectsExcellent collaboration skills, fostering teamwork and partnership across the enterpriseCommitment to delivering results and achieving project objectives effectivelyProficient in conducting aerodynamic testing to validate design conceptsFamiliarity with Program Management Best Practices (PMBP) to ensure project efficiency and effectivenessApplications for this position will be accepted until Dec. 09, 2025.