Business Development Program Manager - K-46

Boeing; Tukwila (WA); On-site; USD 180,200 - 243,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Relocation assistance

Comprehensive health benefits

Job summary

An innovative aerospace company is looking for a Business Development Program Manager in Tukwila, WA. In this role, you will lead the KC-46 program management, focusing on acquiring new business with international customers. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in aerospace defense programs and demonstrated success in program management. This position demands strong leadership, collaboration, and communication skills, along with the ability to navigate complex DoD processes. The position is expected to be 100% onsite and requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience leading cross-functional teams.
• 1+ year of experience as a manager of people.
• Experience leading through influence and partnering with teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide senior program management leadership for KC-46 International Business Development.
• Execute capture strategies with a focus on USAF contracting processes.
• Drive risk management and mitigation across multi-disciplinary teams.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Stakeholder communication

Program management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or higher

Job description

Business Development Program Manager - K-46

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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.

Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS) has an exciting opportunity for a Business Development Program Manager (Level L) to join the KC-46 Program Management team in Tukwila, WA or Everett, WA! This role owns the development and management of acquiring new business with KC‑46 International customers. The role is responsible for partnering with Capture Team Leaders and Strategy to align customer requirements with Boeing Products, influence R&D investments, collaborate with DoD and foreign customers, and lead the development of new KC‑46 aircraft proposals. In addition, this position will serve as the deputy to the KC‑46 Business Development Director. The ideal candidate has deep experience managing complex aerospace defense programs, strong knowledge of DoD acquisition processes, proven success with the Program Management Best Practices, and ability to work across Business Units, Organizations, and Functions. Strong communication and organizational skills are critical to success in this position, along with the ability to build strong relationships, collaborate in a cross-functional environment, and utilize problem‑solving skills to proactively identify and manage risks and opportunities.

Position Responsibilities

• Provide senior program management leadership and accountability for the KC‑46 International Business Development portfolio: proposal development, contract negotiations, engineering and manufacturing products and approaches to include test, certification, and sustainment.
• Execute capture strategies with a focus on USAF contracting processes, coordination with DoD, and customer country ministries of defense, and alignment with company business development goals.
• Establish and maintain proposal baselines (cost, schedule, technical) and enforce formal baseline management processes; manage formal baseline changes through authorized Configuration Control Boards (CCBs).
• Collaborate frequently with the United States Air Force (USAF) program office, and program leaders to address immediate and strategic challenges.
• Drive risk management and mitigation across multi‑disciplinary teams; maintain risk registers, mitigation plans, and elevate when necessary.
• Collaborate with supply chain, manufacturing, test, quality, and sustainment teams to ensure completeness in the proposal and program plan.
• Lead customer engagement including program reviews, proposal and customer engagement milestone events, and applicable R&D reviews.
• Ensure compliance with export controls (ITAR/EAR, FMS procedural requirements, and corporate governance).
• Mentor and develop program staff; build high‑performing cross‑functional teams and align resources to program priorities.

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.

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.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

• 3+ years of experience leading cross‑functional teams
• 1+ year of experience as a manager of people
• Experience leading through influence and partnering with cross‑functional teams on projects and initiatives

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher.
• Experience in preparing and presenting executive level briefings.
• Experience with schedule and budget management, stakeholder communication, as well as understanding of execution of program planning to ensure cost, schedule and requirements are met.
• An understanding of DoD contracting, developing proposals, and the Boeing estimating process.
• Active Secret Clearance is preferred.

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Travel

The ability to travel 10‑20% of the time.

Shift

1st Shift.

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.

Total Rewards & Pay Transparency

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.

The 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.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary pay range for $180,200 - $243,800.

Applications for this position will be accepted until January 18, 2025.

Export Control Requirements

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.

Export Control Details

US based job, US Person required.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

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.

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