Program Manager, Integrated Fires Protection Capability

The Boeing Company; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 204,000 - 276,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

The Boeing Company in Huntsville, AL, seeks a Program Manager for the Integrated Fires Protection Capability (IFPC) to lead program execution onsite, coordinating with customers and stakeholders. This senior role requires strong DoD program experience and a Secret clearance, with responsibility for cost, schedule and technical baselines across the program life cycle.

You will manage and develop mid‑level managers, guide strategy, and lead resource and supplier activities to ensure successful

Qualifications

• 10+ years in a role requiring program management skills to ensure cost, schedule and technical baseline requirements are met.
• 5+ years of experience on a Department of Defense weapon program.
• 5+ years of experience in a management role working with both direct reports and business unit leaders.
• 5+ years of experience with RIO (Risks, Issues and Opportunities) processes and tools.
• 5+ years of experience with Earned Value Management (EVM)

Responsibilities

• Overall responsibility for execution and performance of the IFPC Program; includes Phase 2 program scope for design maturation and demonstration as well as competitive capture of follow‑on phases for Production.
• Manages employees and mid‑level managers performing business management activities in the area of Program Management.
• Develops and executes integrated organizational plans, policies and procedures and guides the development of business and technical strategies, goals, objectives.
• Acquires resources for organizational activities, 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 and mid‑level managers.

Skills

Program management

DoD program experience

RIO processes

Earned Value Management

People management

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.

Boeing Defense Space & Security has an exciting opportunity for a Program Manager, Integrated Fires Protection Capability to join our dynamic team in Huntsville, AL.

Position Responsibilities:

• Overall responsibility for execution and performance of the IFPC Program; includes Phase 2 program scope for design maturation and demonstration as well as competitive capture of follow‑on phases for Production.
• Manages employees and mid‑level managers performing business management activities in the area of Program Management.
• Develops and executes integrated organizational plans, policies and procedures and guides the development of business and technical strategies, goals, objectives.
• Acquires resources for organizational activities, 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 and mid‑level managers.

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at the Huntsville, AL site. Location of follow‑on production contracts may be at a site other than Huntsville, AL.

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

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills / Experience:

• 10+ years of experience in a role requiring project / program management skills to ensure cost, schedule and technical baseline requirements are met
• 5+ years of experience on a Department of Defense weapon program.
• 5+ years of experience in a management role working with both direct reports and business unit leaders
• 5+ years of experience with RIO (Risks, Issues and Opportunities) processes and tools
• 5+ years of experience with Earned Value Management (EVM)

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills / Experience:

• 10+ years of experience on a Department of Defense weapon program.
• Weapon system development and competitive capture
• Interceptor development and fielding
• Bachelor's or higher in Engineering
• Experience working in a cross functional environment
• Experience with developing and delivering presentations to Senior Leaders
• Experience leading agile development teams
• Experience writing proposals, Request for Information (RFIs) and/or Request for Proposal (RFPs)

Conflict of interest:

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

Relocation assistance is available for qualified candidates. Basic relocation will be offered to internal candidates.

Travel: Some travel may be required up to 10% of the time

Shift:

1st Shift

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 & Pay Transparency:

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

Summary pay range:

204,000 - 276,000

Applications for this position will be accepted until Sept. 18, 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

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.