First-Line Engineering Manager

Boeing; Hazelwood (MO); On-site; USD 141,000 - 191,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Boeing Defense, Space & Security is seeking a First-Line Engineering Manager (Level K) for the Digital Infrastructure Segment in Hazelwood, MO.

You will lead the Software Applications and Tools team, collaborating with program leadership, cross-functional engineering teams, IT, suppliers, and tool owners to meet commitments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics, Chemistry or related technical discipline.
• At least one year of leadership or manager experience or equivalent Boeing leadership training.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Software Applications and Tools team supporting critical engineering tools and applications.
• Develop and execute business plans, policies and procedures; set organizational and technical strategies.
• Acquire resources, oversee suppliers, and drive process improvements.
• Foster relationships with customers, stakeholders, and peers; mentor direct reports.
• Oversee technical approaches, products, and processes.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering/technical field

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.

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 & Security (BDS) is seeking a First-Line Engineering Manager (Level K) for the Digital Infrastructure Segment (DIS) of a Proprietary Program in Hazelwood, MO.

This position requires a strong leader and communicator that will work closely with program leadership, cross-functional engineering teams, IT, suppliers, tool owners, and other stakeholders to meet AD program common tool & application commitments. The selected leader willbe responsible formanaging theSoftware Applications and Tools team that supports,maintainsand enhances critical engineering tools & applications for a proprietary program.

Position Responsibilities

• Manage employees performing engineering and technical activities in the fields of Process Engineering
• Develop and execute business plans, policies and procedures and develop organizational and technical strategies
• Acquire resources, provide technical management of suppliers and lead process improvements
• Develop and maintain relationships and partnerships with customers, stakeholders, peers, partners and direct reports
• Provide oversight and approval of technical approaches, products and processes.
• Manage, develop and motivate employees
  
  
  

To be considered for this position you will be required to complete an assessment as part of the selection process. Failure to complete the assessment will remove you from consideration.

Travel may be required up to 10% of the time; domestically and/or internationally depending on business needs.

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)

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics, Chemistry or related technical discipline
• Candidates must have at least one year of experience in a leadership role (team leader, temp manager, large scale cross functional project/program management, or formal manager experience) OR have completed the Boeing internal course “Exploring Leadership.
  
  
  

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• Experience working in the field of data-science
  
  
  

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.

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.

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: $141,100 - $190,900

Applications for this position will be accepted until Aug. 18, 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. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.
  
  
  

Export Control Details:

US based job, US Person required

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Required

Relocation

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

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.

Shift

This position is for 1st shift

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.