Lead Project Engineer, Cloud Infrastructure

Boeing; Hazelwood (MO); On-site; USD 137,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

Boeing is seeking a Lead Project Engineer, Cloud Infrastructure in Hazelwood, MO to drive cloud-enabled defense initiatives within the Digital Infrastructure Segment. The role emphasizes execution, cross-functional leadership, and CAM responsibilities.

This position is 100% onsite and may require up to 10% travel. Required are a BS in engineering, 9+ years of related experience, and Agile experience, with cloud hosting familiarity and the ability to manage EVM reporting and risk.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or related field.
• 9+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience.
• Experience working within an Agile environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead project execution for DIS work packages that heavily leverage Cloud Engineering capabilities.
• Plan, coordinate, and manage cross-functional teams to meet cost, schedule, and performance goals.
• Define work packages, allocate resources, track progress, and manage subcontractor activities.
• Establish and monitor performance metrics and analytics to measure technical and business outcomes.
• Manage Earned Value Management (EVM) reporting and analysis; support risk, issue, and opportunity management.
• Respond to changes in Statement of Work (SOW), assess impacts, and negotiate modifications to deliverables, costs, and schedules.
• Serve as Cost Account Manager (CAM) as assigned.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders, suppliers, and the customer.
• Promote a transparent, inclusive, and collaborative team culture.

Skills

Agile experience

Cloud infrastructure

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering or related field

Tools

Jira

Confluence

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 & Security (BDS) is hiring a Lead Project Engineer, Cloud Infrastructure for a Proprietary Program in Hazelwood, MO. This role is execution focused and placed within the Digital Infrastructure Segment (DIS), with a strong emphasis on Cloud Computing. This role provides an opportunity to combine engineering leadership and program execution to influence the next generation of digital capabilities on a proprietary defense program.

Position Responsibilities:

• Lead project execution for DIS work packages that heavily leverage Cloud Engineering capabilities.
• Plan, coordinate, and manage cross-functional teams to meet cost, schedule, and performance goals.
• Define work packages, allocate resources, track progress, and manage subcontractor activities.
• Establish and monitor performance metrics and analytics to measure technical and business outcomes.
• Manage Earned Value Management (EVM) reporting and analysis; support risk, issue, and opportunity management.
• Respond to changes in Statement of Work (SOW), assess impacts, and negotiate modifications to deliverables, costs, and schedules.
• Serve as Cost Account Manager (CAM) as assigned.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders, suppliers, and the customer.
• Promote a transparent, inclusive, and collaborative team culture.

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at Hazelwood, MO.

Travel may be required up to 10% of the time; Domestically 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).

Potential signing bonus for eligible/qualified external candidates.

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
• 9 or more years’ related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience or non-US equivalent qualifications.
• Experience working within an Agile environment

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Experience with Cloud Infrastructure and hosting applications in the cloud
• Experience with Atlassian tools such as Confluence and Jira

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.

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

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.

Summary pay range: $136,850 - $185,150

Applications for this position will be accepted until Aug. 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.