Phantom Works Senior Engineering Manager

Construction Job Board USA; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 170,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) Phantom Works in Berkeley, MO seeks a Senior Engineering Manager to lead missions systems and software engineering, mentor teams, and coordinate with customers and suppliers for development transitioning to production. A Top Secret clearance is required, with relocation offered where eligible.

You will oversee staffing, drive integrated program plans, and engage senior stakeholders while shaping talent development within a dynamic, high‑impact environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering or closely related field.
• Level L (Senior): 5+ years in leadership roles with Bachelor's degree (or 3+ years with Masters/PhD).
• 5+ years in mission systems and software development and integration.
• Ability to travel up to 10%.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, development, testing, and delivery of Phantom Works mission systems and software for technology development and production transition.
• Oversee engineering technology design and integration to meet requirements on schedule, within budget, and with first-time quality.
• Drive planning and execution across cost, schedule, and technical performance.
• Mentor and develop technology and mission systems personnel; manage staffing and resources.
• Provide updates to PW Leadership Team and stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Mission systems

Software development

Project management

Staffing / resource planning

Travel up to 10%

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

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.

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 seeking a Senior Engineering Manager to join our innovative Phantom Works (PW) organization in Berkeley, MO.

We are looking for a dynamic, visionary leader to oversee the day-to-day activities of a combined Missions Systems and Software Engineering team. In this role, you will ensure the appropriate staffing and resources are in place to develop mission systems and software for technology development and transition into production applications.

You will be responsible for mentoring technical leads and team members, as well as coordinating with customers and key suppliers. This position involves developing and executing integrated plans, policies, and procedures, while contributing to business and technical strategies, goals, and objectives.

This role requires frequent interaction with managers and external representatives regarding projects, operational decisions, scheduling requirements, and contractual clarifications. You will also engage regularly with internal and external management, including senior-level stakeholders.

A cornerstone of Boeing's success is our commitment to developing the next generation of engineering talent. In this role, you will help enhance our talent development program for incoming engineers, ensuring they gain the skills and knowledge needed to thrive in a rapidly evolving field. You will also support our recruiting and hiring efforts to help attract top-tier talent to Boeing.

Join us in this exciting opportunity to lead transformative projects and help develop the engineers of tomorrow at Boeing.

Position Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, testing, and delivery of Phantom Works mission systems and software for technology development and transition to production applications.
• Oversee all aspects of engineering technology design and integration, including mission systems and software development, to meet customer requirements with first-time quality, on schedule, and within budget.
• Drive technology and mission systems and software planning and execution across cost, schedule, and technical performance.
• Apply standard performance metrics, including implementation and reporting, to identify issues and proactively mitigate risks.
• Manage, develop, and retain technology and mission systems personnel.
• Ensure appropriate staffing levels, experience mix, and resource availability to meet current and forecasted program requirements.
• Proactively manage staffing needs, including clearances and emerging skill requirements, to support program execution.
• Provide updates on performance and progress to the PW Leadership Team, BDS PW Engineering, and the BDS PW Software Leader.

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

This position requires an active U.S. Top-Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active)

A final Top Secret Clearance Pre-Start is required.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (with a focus in Electrical, Mechanical or Aeronautical), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement.
• Level L (Senior): 5+ years of work-related experience with a Bachelor's or 3+ years of work-related experience with a Masters or PhD
• 5+ years of experience in project leadership roles
• 5+ years of experience in mission systems and software development and integration
• Ability to travel as needed, up to10% of the time

Preferred Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience working with Department of Defense customers
• 5+ years of experience with avionics integration and testing
• 5+ years of experience in proposal development
• 5+ years of people management experience
• 5+ years of experience collaborating across multiple programs and organizations

Conflict Of Interest

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

Typical Education/Experience

Level L (Senior) Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering, computer science, engineering data science, mathematics, physics or chemistry (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 5 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience or non-US equivalent qualifications. In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard

Relocation

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

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.

Shift

This position is for 1st shift.

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.

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.

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.

Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only.

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

Summary Pay Range

Level (Senior): $170,000 - $230,000

Applications for this position will be accepted until Oct. 10, 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. Top 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.