Aero Test Lab Manager: Wind Tunnel Leadership

Boeing Co.; West Virginia; On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

The Boeing Company is seeking a Midwest Aero Test Manager to lead wind tunnel testing across a broad range of programs and test types in Berkeley, Missouri. This role provides leadership for engineering teams supporting aero performance, stability and control, and loads.

The successful candidate will oversee the design and fabrication of wind tunnel models, manage test engineering operations, and support wind tunnel test execution to ensure high-quality test hardware, methods, and processes.

Qualifications

• Citizenship and ability to obtain U.S. Security Clearance.
• Bachelor of Science in Engineering or related field.
• Leadership experience in a team, program, or project setting.

Responsibilities

• Manage engineering and technical activities in test and evaluation engineering, including design, test engineering, and test methods.
• Oversee statements of work, assign resources, and support requirements development.
• Lead work forecast integration, planning, and department budget development and execution.
• Facilitate wind tunnel test planning and lead the development of test hardware and test methods to meet requirements.
• Develop and execute project and process plans, implement policies and procedures, and establish operational goals.
• Acquire resources for projects and processes, provide technical oversight of suppliers, and lead process improvement efforts.
• Ensure coordination with lab test teams, test program management, and program personnel, including early engagement in test work statement development.
• Develop and maintain relationships with customers, stakeholders, peers, partners, and direct reports.
• Manage, develop, motivate, and inspire employees and teams.

Skills

Leadership experience

Security clearance eligibility

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Job description

The Boeing Company is seeking a Midwest Aero Test Manager to lead wind tunnel testing across a broad range of programs and test types in Berkeley, Missouri. This role provides leadership for engineering teams supporting aero performance, stability and control, and loads.

The successful candidate will oversee the design and fabrication of wind tunnel models, manage test engineering operations, and support wind tunnel test execution to ensure high-quality test hardware, methods, and processes.