Proprietary Programs Test Operations & Engineering Senior Leader

The Boeing Company; Hazelwood (MO); On-site; USD 170,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

The Boeing Company in Berkeley, MO is seeking a Proprietary Programs Test Operations & Engineering Senior Leader to head a diverse team across multiple engineering skills supporting flight test activities. You will interact with program leadership, customers, and partners to define and deliver test solutions onsite.

Requirements include a BS in engineering or related field, 3+ years leading an engineering team or 5+ years managing teams, and an active U.S. Secret clearance.

Qualifications

• Active U.S. Secret Security Clearance required.
• BS in Engineering or related field.
• 3+ years leading an engineering team or 5+ years managing an engineering team.

Responsibilities

• Interact with program leadership, customer stakeholders, and business unit partners.
• Set up new program support requirements including systems, tools, and staffing.
• Knowledgeable of Design Engineering principles and tools.
• Knowledgeable of Production Engineering principles and tools.
• Lead and implement effective RCCA’s (root cause corrective action).
• Lead the program integrated product team for test deliverables.

Skills

Leadership

Communication skills

Executive presentations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

Flight test instrumentation

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 Company is looking for a Proprietary Programs Test Operations & Engineering Senior Leader to join our Boeing Test & Evaluation team supporting Air Dominance, Phantom Works & Weapons programs. The selected candidate will lead a diverse team of engineering management first line leaders and individual contributors across multiple engineering skills in support of flight test activities.

Position Responsibilities

• Effectively interact with program leadership, customer stakeholders, and business unit partners
• Responsible for setting up new program support requirements to include systems, tools and staffing
• Knowledgeable of Design Engineering principles and tools
• Knowledgeable of Production Engineering principles and tools
• Responsible for leading and implementing effective RCCA’s (root cause corrective action)
• Responsible for program integrated product team for test deliverables within Test Operations & Engineering

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

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

• 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)
• 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
• 3+ years of experience managing a team or 5+ years of experience leading an engineering team

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• 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)
• Experience with production engineering
• Experience in test and evaluation engineering
• Experience in military program support
• Experience with flight test instrumentation
• Experience presenting to executive leaders
• Excellent communication skills

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.

Conflict of Interest

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

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: $170,000 - $230,000

Potential Signing Bonus for Eligible/Qualified External Candidates

Applications for this position will be accepted until Oct. 28, 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.

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.