Lead Supplier Program Management Specialist

The Boeing Company; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 140,000 - 173,000; Full time

Job summary

The Boeing Company in Rockford, Illinois, seeks a Lead Supplier Program Management Specialist (Level 5) to support Space Launch Systems (SLS). You will oversee technical and business guidance to critical suppliers and lead strategic supply chain activities across all contract phases.

This 1st shift, on-site role requires NASA access and US export control compliance. You will manage supplier relationships, develop procurement strategies, and ensure performance plans are delivered, with travel up

Qualifications

• Technical Bachelor's, Master's or a PhD degree in a math, science or IT field.
• 5+ years of root cause analysis and corrective action experience.
• 5+ years of experience creating, interpreting and enforcing technical requirements.

Responsibilities

• Oversees technical and business guidance to critical suppliers and programs
• Leads strategic supply chain activities to manage work with suppliers and programs
• Manages all aspects of supplier and stakeholder relationships and performance throughout all contract phases
• Leads supplier assessments and the development of recovery plans, corrective and preventative actions
• Leads the development of company or business unit procurement strategies
• Provides oversight, guidance, and verification of work movement projects
• Communicates supplier and organization performance plans risks, issues, and opportunities to stakeholders
• Manages work movement plans

Skills

Root cause analysis

Corrective action

Technical requirements enforcement

Supplier management

Contract negotiations

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in a 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.

Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) has an exciting opportunity for a Lead Supplier Program Management Specialist (Level 5) to support Space Launch Systems (SLS) at our supplier (Collins Aerospace) in Rockford, Illinois.

Position Responsibilities:

• Oversees technical and business guidance to critical suppliers and programs
• Leads strategic supply chain activities to manage work with suppliers and programs
• Manages all aspects of supplier and stakeholder relationships and performance throughout all contract phases
• Leads supplier assessments and the development of recovery plans, corrective and preventative actions
• Leads the development of company or business unit procurement strategies
• Provides oversight, guidance, and verification of work movement projects
• Communicates supplier and organization performance plans risks, issues, and opportunities to stakeholders
• Manages work movement plans

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.

Shift:

This position is for 1st shift.

NASA Access:

This position requires the ability to obtain access to a National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) facility.

Export Control:

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.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Technical Bachelor's, Master's or a PhD degree. (A technical degree is defined as any four year degree, or greater, in a mathematic, scientific or information technology field of study)
• More than 5 years of experience in root cause analysis and Corrective action
• More than 5 years of experience creating, interpreting and/or enforcing technical requirements

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• More than 10 years of experience working with suppliers in a technical capacity
• More than 10 years of experience in negotiating contracts or managing supplier performance
• More than 10 years of experience interpreting and/or enforcing contract terms and conditions
• More than 10 years of experience with proposal development and contract negotiations
• More than 10 years of experience managing suppliers/vendors to deliver products and services
• More than 10 years of experience working directly with suppliers or supplier management

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.

Travel:

Position may require travel up to 25% of the time.

Drug Free Workplace:

Boeingis 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.

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: $140,250 - $173,250

Applications for this position will be accepted through October 21, 2026.

Applications for this position will be accepted until Oct. 22, 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

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

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.