First Line Project Management Manager

Boeing; California (MD); On-site; USD 127,000 - 171,000; Full time

Job summary

Boeing in California, MD, seeks a First-Line Multi-Skill Engineering Manager with acoustics expertise to oversee day-to-day operations, site leadership, and program management for Acoustic Programs. Lead teams, refine long-range strategies, and manage CAM activities for domestic and international customers.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree or higher, leadership experience, and strong communication. A 1st shift, security clearance eligibility, and relocation within the area are noted.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher is required.
• One year of leadership experience or completed Boeing leadership program.
• Knowledge of Program Management Best Practices.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience organizing and managing facility or laboratory records.

Responsibilities

• Manage employees’ day-to-day efforts as well as long-term career goals and performance.
• Understand and refine long-term future business strategies.
• Lead across Boeing business units, external suppliers, and domestic/international customers.
• Support Cost Account Management (CAM) activities with Program Management of Acoustic Programs.
• Provide input on program-level business and technical strategies, goals, and objectives.
• Acquire resources for department activities, provide technical management of suppliers, and lead process improvements.
• Maintain Program Management Best Practices (PMBP) focused on program goals.
• Manage site operations of a small Boeing facility in California, MD.
• Interface cross-functionally with internal stakeholders to define and evaluate forward planning and priorities.
• Oversee and ensure quality and safety of products and the facility.

Skills

Leadership experience

Program Management

Communication skills

Facility/lab records

Executive presentations

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

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.

Acoustic Programs (AP) is a dynamic business within BDS Space, Intelligence, and Weapon Systems (SI&WS) focused on delivering complex solutions in some of the most challenging environments on Earth. We are seeking a First-Line Multi-Skill Engineering Manager with acoustics domain experience to join our team in California, MD.

The Acoustic Programs portfolio defines, designs, and delivers multiple products primarily targeted at the underwater and Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW) domain.

In this role, you will support the Acoustic Programs team with day-to-day operations, site management, forward business planning, and program-level cost account management. You will provide status updates to upper management, manage functional personnel, and oversee key program areas.

The Acoustic Programs portfolio includes four main elements: Development, Production, Training Systems, and Advanced Programs. Development Programs cover the full software and system engineering lifecycle—from development and integration with targeted hardware to deployment and maintenance—focused on detecting and tracking underwater targets. Production Programs define, develop, manage suppliers, and maintain hardware supporting the ASW mission on the P-8A platform. Training Systems develop acoustic training components for various mission-level trainers and associated hardware. Advanced Programs support a range of advanced acoustic initiatives, including IR&D, international efforts, new hardware design and development, and new business and cross-Boeing collaborations.

If you are motivated, interested in a management position within an exciting domain, enjoy a dynamic work environment with a broad range of engineering skills, and aspire to further develop your program leadership abilities, we want to hear from you.

Position Responsibilities

• Manage employees’ day-to-day efforts as well as long-term career goals and performance
• Understand and refine long-term future business strategies
• Lead across various Boeing business units, external suppliers, and domestic/international customers
• Support Cost Account Management (CAM) activities with Program Management of Acoustic Programs
• Provide input on program-level business and technical strategies, goals, and objectives
• Support and help direct Acoustic Programs’ Long Range Business Plan, IR&D, and new business activities
• Acquire resources for department activities, provide technical management of suppliers, and lead process improvements. Develop and maintain relationships and partnerships with customers, stakeholders, peers, partners, and direct reports
• Maintain, tailor, and improve Program Management Best Practices (PMBP) focused on program goals
• Manage site operations of a small Boeing facility in California, MD
• Interface cross-functionally with internal stakeholders to define and evaluate forward business planning, IRAD, capital, and program priorities
• Oversee and be accountable for the quality and safety of the products and facility
• Support management of staffing and day-to-day logistics for Acoustic Programs

Boeing First-Line Leader Assessment

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.

This position requires the ability to obtain a US Security Clearance for which the US Government requires US Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. secret clearance Post Start is required.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills and Experience)

• Bachelors’ degree or higher
• 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”
• Knowledge of and experience with Program Management Best Practices
• Strong communication skills, written and verbal
• Experience organizing and managing facility or laboratory records
• Experience preparing and presenting succinctly to executives, senior leadership, and external customers

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• 3+ years of site and/or team leadership experience
• Experience with anti-submarine warfare (ASW), anti-surface warfare (ASUW), or maritime intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) systems
• Experience with and/or support of multiple platforms used to support underwater acoustics, including P-3, P-8A, MH-60R, submarines, and Unmanned Autonomous Vehicles (UAVs)
• Experience with export-related material and international customers
• Experience on a U.S. Navy program
• Experience with SE/SW execution lifecycle

Conflict of Interest

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

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.

Shift

This is a 1st shift position.

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.

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

Typical Summary pay range: $126,650 - $171,350

Applications for this position will be accepted until Nov. 09, 2026

Export Control Requirements

• 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

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 U.S. Secret Clearance Pre-Start and final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is 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.