Air Proprietary 2 Mission Systems Sensors and Core Avionics Senior Manager

Boeing; Berkeley (MO); On-site; USD 200,000 - 258,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Relocation assistance

Total rewards package

Job summary

The Boeing Company in Berkeley, MO is seeking a Mission Systems Sensors and Core Avionics Senior Manager to lead a multi-disciplinary team on the AP2 program. You will shepherd RF, EO, and Core Avionics systems from design through integration, driving technical integrity and risk management while coordinating with customers and suppliers.

Ideal candidates will have a BS in engineering and 5+ years of engineering leadership, with PMBPs and EVM experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years of engineering leadership experience.
• Minimum 3 years of experience applying PM practices including EVM.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team in RF, EO, and Core Avionics on AP2 program.
• Drive programmatic execution and communicate metrics.
• Interface with customers and Boeing program office teams.
• Provide technical management of supplier execution.
• Ensure safety, quality, and compliance across systems.

Skills

Engineering leadership

Program management

Team leadership

RF/EO/avionics

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering (Electrical/Mechanical/Aeronautical)

Tools

Cameo MBSE

Job description

Air Proprietary 2 Mission Systems Sensors and Core Avionics Senior Manager Company: The Boeing Company

Join Boeing, a leader in aerospace innovation, as a Mission Systems Sensors and Core Avionics Senior Manager on the Air Proprietary 2 (AP2) Program in Berkeley, MO. In this role, you will lead a talented team in developing advanced avionics that protect our nation and allies. We seek a self-starter who is highly motivated and willing to take intelligent risks to achieve engineering and program objectives. The ideal candidate thrives in fast-paced, multi‑discipline environments and can make frequent management decisions in the best interest of the business. You will ensure the systems engineering, technical integrity, and quality of RF, EO, and Core Avionics systems.

Position Responsibilities

• Team Leadership: Leads individual contributors and first‑level managers performing engineering and technical activities in the areas of RF, EO, and Core Avionics on the platform.
• Team Execution; Drive programmatic execution for RF, EO, and Core Avionics portfolio. Develop, track and communicate metrics to quantify technical and business performance, organize all EVM reporting and analysis.
• Customer Engagement: Interface daily with customers and Boeing program office teams.
• Supplier Execution: Provides Technical Management of Supplier Execution.
• Safety Oversight: Ensure personnel and product safety related to design, production, and operation of integrated capabilities.
• Technical Oversight & Engineering Excellence: Establish a culture of proactive technical oversight and risk management while ensuring systems engineering, technical integrity, and mission assurance for RF, EO, and Core Avionics systems.
• Process Improvement: Implement and enforce engineering functional excellence in people, processes, tools, and practices, while continuously assessing and updating engineering processes for improvement.
• Cross‑Functional Collaboration: Work with functional counterparts to ensure process inputs and outputs meet requirements.
• Compliance: Ensure engineering efforts are executed in compliance with established requirements and plans.
• Mentorship & Development: Develop managers’ and employees’ skills through coaching, mentoring, and performance evaluations.
• Resource Planning: Plan and coordinate allocation of resources to meet program goals, applicable.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (with a focus in Electrical, Mechanical or Aeronautical), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry 10 years’ related work experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience Minimum 5 years of engineering leadership experience Currently a Manager or have previously held a manager position Minimum 3 years of experience applying Program Management Best Practices (PMBPs) to include project planning / scheduling and applying Earned Value Management (EVM) Minimum 3 years of technical experience in mission systems development and integration.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

Master’s degree or higher Experience supporting a Proprietary Program Experience working with and leading Mission Systems Suppliers Experience across multiple phases of the product life-cycle Experience with Mission Systems Open Architecture Standards Experience working in Cameo, or similar Model Based Systems Engineering tools Demonstrated experience communicating effectively at multiple levels (direct reports, peers, executive leaders, and customers) Proven track record of execution in a development environment Final U.S. top secret clearance preferred

Conflict of Interest

Successful candidates for this job must satisfy Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.

Typical Education/Experience

Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering, computer science, engineering data science, mathematics, physics or chemistry (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 10 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience or non-US equivalent qualifications. In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard

Relocation

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

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.

Shift

This position is for 1st shift.

Total Rewards

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. Boeing offers a comprehensive benefits package including generous Paid Time Off (PTO), flexible work environment, paid parental leave, 401k matching, extremely generous tuition assistance for earning advanced degrees, and paid medical leave programs. Boeing 401(k) helps you save for your future, with contributions from Boeing that can help you grow your retirement savings. Our best‑in‑class retirement benefit features: Best in class 401(k) plan: we’ll match your contributions dollar for dollar, up to 10% of eligible pay with Immediate 100% vesting Student Loan Match: The Boeing 401(k) Student Loan Match allows eligible enrolled U.S. employees to have their qualified student loan debt payments counted, along with any match‑eligible contributions they make, for purposes of determining the Company Match to employees' Boeing 401(k) accounts. 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. Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary pay range

Level M (Senior Manager): $200,000 - $258,000

Language Requirements

Not Applicable

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent

Relocation

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Export Control Requirement

This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Safety Sensitive

This is not a Safety Sensitive Position.

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.

Contingent Upon Award Program

This position is not contingent upon program award

Shift

Shift 1 (United States of America)

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