GNC Engineering Manager

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%

Job summary

Boeing Defense, Space & Security seeks a Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineering Manager to join our Flight Engineering team in Hazelwood, MO. You will lead GN&C engineers, plan maturation activities for a fast-paced flight control system, and drive talent acquisition to staff future work scope.

Responsibilities include mentoring, risk mitigation, and collaboration with customers and peers. Relocation is available for eligible candidates; U.S. export controls apply.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering or related field.
• At least 1 year in a leadership role or have completed Boeing leadership course.
• 5 years of experience in a Flight engineering discipline.
• 3 years of experience in GNC engineering.
• 3 years of Cross IPT leadership & coordination experience.
• Experience with Operational Flight Program (OFP) development, certification, and testing.
• Experience with Hardware in the loop (HILS) testing.

Responsibilities

• Leads, develops, and motivates employees in GN&C engineering.
• Plans and executes maturation of a complex flight controls system on a rapid development program.
• Leads talent acquisition to staff future work scope.
• Supports career growth, retention, recognition and empowerment.
• Develops and maintains relationships with customers, stakeholders and reports.
• Oversees technical approaches, products, processes and risk mitigation.

Skills

Leadership

GNC engineering

Flight engineering

Cross IPT leadership

OFP development

HILS testing

Education

BS in Engineering

Tools

HILS tools

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 an Guidance, Navigation & Control (GNC) Engineering Manager to join our Flight Engineering team that supports multiple development efforts including Advanced Air Dominance Platforms in Hazelwood, MO.

Position Responsibilities

• Leads, develops, and motivates employees performing engineering and technical activities in the area of Guidance, Navigation and Controls
• Responsible for the planning and execution of the GN&C team maturing a complex flight controls system on a rapid development program
• Leads talent acquisition activities to effectively staff future work scope
• Leads employee development and engagement to support career growth, retention objectives, recognition and empowerment
• Develops and maintains relationships and partnerships with customers, stakeholders, peers, partners and direct reports
• Provides oversight and approval of technical approaches, products and processes, and risk mitigation

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 functional project/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)

• Current TS Clearance
• Experience with Rapid Design of Fixed Wing Aircraft
• Experience with Advanced Design
• 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

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 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.