Flight Engineering Manager (Guidance Navigation & Control))

Boeing Co.; Hazelwood (MO); On-site; USD 143,000 - 193,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

401(k) match up to 10%

Immediate vesting

Job summary

Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) seeks a Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineering Manager for the MQ-25 program in Hazelwood, MO. You will lead flight engineering teams, oversee GNC-related activities, and drive cross-functional program management and technical decisions. Qualifications include a B.S.

in engineering or related field, 5 years in flight engineering, 3 years in GNC, and 3 years in Cross IPT leadership; U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain clearances are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Engineering or related field.
• At least 5 years in a flight engineering discipline.
• At least 3 years in GNC.
• At least 3 years leading Cross IPT.
• Experience with OFP development, certification and testing.
• Must be a U.S. citizen eligible for security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Manages employees performing engineering and technical activities in Flight Engineering.
• Develops and executes project and process plans, implements policies and procedures and sets operational goals.
• Acquires resources for projects and processes, provides technical management of suppliers and leads process improvements.
• Develops and maintains relationships and partnerships with customers, stakeholders, peers, partners and direct reports.
• Provides oversight and approval of technical approaches, products and processes.
• Manages, develops and motivates employees.

Skills

Leadership in programs

Flight engineering

GNC

Cross IPT leadership

OFP development/testing

HILS testing

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering or related field

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

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.

The Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) team is seeking a Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineering Manager to join our MQ-25 program in Hazelwood, MO.

Come be a part of the development team for the world’s first autonomous carrier-based aircraft!

Position Responsibilities

• Manages employees performing engineering and technical activities in the areas of Flight Engineering.
• Develops and executes project and process plans, implements policies and procedures and sets operational goals.
• Acquires resources for projects and processes, provides technical management of suppliers and leads process improvements.
• Develops and maintains relationships and partnerships with customers, stakeholders, peers, partners and direct reports.
• Provides oversight and approval of technical approaches, products and processes.
• Manages, develops and motivates employees.
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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.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills and 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
• Candidates must have at least one year of experience in a leadership role (team leader, temp manager, large scale cross functionalproject/program management, or formal manager experience) OR have completed the Boeing internal course “Exploring Leadership.”
• 5 years of experience in a Flight engineering discipline
• 3 years of experience working in GNC related engineering
• 3 years of Cross IPT Leadership and Coordination
• Experience Experience with Operational Flight Program (OFP) development, certification, and testing Experience with Hardware in the loop (HILS) testing

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills and Experience):

• Experience with Flight Testing
• Experience with Scheduling, Budget and Planning
• Prior Experience with Technical Guidance and Oversight of Large Multi-skilled Teams
• Mentoring or Technical Lead Engineer Experience
• Current Secret Clearance

Relocation:

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility. Note: Basic relocation will be offered for eligible internal candidates.

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 (DFW) 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.

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 & 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 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.

Summary pay range: $142,800 - $193,200

Applications for this position will be accepted until Nov. 19, 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 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 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.