Engineering Product Lifecycle Senior Manager in Huntington Beach

Energy Jobline ZR; Huntington Beach (CA); On-site; USD 166,000 - 224,000; Full time

Job summary

Boeing Defense, Space and Security seeks an Engineering Product Lifecycle Senior Manager (Level L) to lead Configuration and Data Management for Proprietary, Autonomous & Maritime Programs in Huntington Beach or El Segundo, CA.

You will drive PLM process improvements, deploy IPDM, and partner across IT, Enterprise PLM, and Siemens to ensure data quality and tool performance while supporting manufacturing, engineering, and customer commitments.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in engineering, engineering technology, or related technical discipline
• 11+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• 3+ years of experience in a managerial role
• Experience with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) and Configuration Management systems, Change Management, and PLM Processes and Tools
• Working knowledge of ITAR, EAR and sanctions controls
• Experience in collaborating with geographically dispersed cross-functional teams
• Strong planning, communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills
• Experience in applying continuous improvement tools and techniques

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team supporting Proprietary, Autonomous & Maritime Programs
• PLM Project leader for IPDM deployment at El Segundo in collaboration with Program, IT, Enterprise PLM and Siemens
• Develop and implement strategies to enhance team, process and tool performance
• Provide education, coaching, and guidance on PLM processes and tools to internal teams and external partners
• Collaborate with Enterprise PLM and IT to advocate for site and division needs
• Manage relationships with internal and external suppliers, customers, and stakeholders
• Oversee process documentation and ensure compliance with engineering data standards and export control regulations
• Lead process improvement initiatives to minimize disruptions and enhance operational efficiency
• Apply strong problem-solving, data analysis, and evidence-based decision-making skills

Skills

PLM experience

ITAR/EAR knowledge

Team leadership

Change management

Cross-functional collaboration

Engineering background

Continuous improvement

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Tools

TeamCenter/IPDM

NX

CATIA

VisMockup

REDARS

Job description

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) is looking for an Engineering Product Lifecycle Senior Manager (Level L) to join our team in Huntington Beach or El Segundo, California.

We are seeking a dependable and highly skilled leader to manage the Configuration and Data Management activities for the Proprietary, Autonomous & Maritime Programs within the Space, Intelligence & Weapon Systems (SI&WS) Division. Additionally, the leader will serve as the SI&WS Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) Project leader for the deployment of Integrated Product Data Management (IPDM) for the El Segundo site. This role requires transformational leadership to drive continuous improvement in PLM processes and tools within a regulated engineering data environment. The successful candidate will collaborate across organizational boundaries to ensure data quality, optimize tool performance, and support manufacturing, engineering, and customer commitments.

Position Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team responsible for supporting the Proprietary, Autonomous & Maritime Programs
• SI&WS PLM Project leader for the deployment of IPDM in El Segundo collaborating with the Program, IT, Enterprise PLM and Siemens
• Develop and implement organizational and technical strategies to enhance team, process and tool performance
• Provide education, coaching, and guidance on PLM processes and tools to internal teams and external partners
• Collaborate with Enterprise PLM and IT teams to advocate for site and division needs
• Manage relationships with internal and external suppliers, customers, and stakeholders
• Oversee process documentation and ensure compliance with engineering data standards and export control regulations
• Lead process improvement initiatives to minimize disruptions and enhance operational efficiency
• Will use strong problem-solving, data analysis, and evidence-based decision-making skills on a daily basis

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

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 statement (Candidate must meet the Academic Standard(s) or the Exception criteria to be considered (8+ years of experience in engineering, engineering technology, or related technical discipline))
• 11+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• 3+ years of experience working in a managerial role
• Experience with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) and Configuration Management systems, Change Management, and PLM Processes and Tools
• Working knowledge of the U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and Sanctions Controls
• Experience in a role that required teaming and collaboration skills, and ability to work well with a geographically dispersed cross-functional and matrix team
• Strong planning, communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills
• Experience in applying continuous improvement tools and techniques

Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• Active U.S. Secret Security Clearance
• Experience with specific PLM tools such as TeamCenter/IPDM, NX, CATIA, VisMockup, REDARS, or similar
• Familiarity with engineering data management and integration across multiple systems
• Experience with business transformation coordination resulting from major process or system changes
• Prior experience in aerospace or defense industries
• Experience in both Data and Product architecture with PLM tools

Conflict of Interest

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

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.

Pay and Benefits

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 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.

Summary pay range: $165,750 - $224,250

Applications for this position will be accepted until Oct. 20, 2026

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. , U.S. , lawful permanent , refugee, or asylee.

Export Control Details

US based job, US Person required

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Security Clearance

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.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

This position is for 1st shift

Equal Opportunity Employer

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to , , , , , , , , physical or mental , genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.