Senior Manufacturing Manager

The Boeing Company; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 142,000 - 192,000; Full time

Job summary

The Boeing Company in North Charleston, South Carolina is seeking a Senior Manufacturing Manager in Final Assembly to lead frontline manufacturing leaders and teams delivering the 787 Dreamliner. You will translate strategic goals into disciplined on-floor execution while fostering safety, quality, accountability, and pride.

The role emphasizes building leaders, driving Lean initiatives, partnering with Engineering and Quality, and preparing for growth in a high-velocity production environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of aerospace, manufacturing, or equivalent military experience.
• 3+ years of experience managing teams.
• 3+ years of experience leading, motivating and developing others.
• Demonstrated ability to lead across organizations and influence outcomes.
• Decision-making capability in complex, dynamic environments.
• 3+ years of aerospace manufacturing experience preferred.
• 5+ years of Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage and inspire manufacturing teams responsible for building the world’s most advanced commercial aircraft.
• Drive operational excellence across safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance.
• Build and develop exceptional leaders, strengthening Boeing’s leadership pipeline for the future.
• Partner closely with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Program Leadership to achieve production milestones.
• Champion continuous improvement, Lean manufacturing, and operational innovation.
• Help position Boeing South Carolina for increased production rates and long-term growth.

Skills

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Decision making

Influence outcomes

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Tools

Lean manufacturing

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.

Shape the Future of Flight

At Boeing South Carolina, we are building more than airplanes—we are building the future of aerospace. As the exclusive home of the 787 Dreamliner, our site is at the forefront of innovation, production excellence, and industrial transformation. As we accelerate production, expand capabilities, and prepare for the next generation of manufacturing, we are seeking exceptional Senior Manufacturing Managers to lead at the heart of our Final Assembly operations. This is a rare opportunity to lead one of the most advanced widebody production systems in the world—and to play a defining role in shaping Boeing’s future.

Your Impact

As a Senior Manufacturing Manager in Final Assembly (Level L) located in North Charleston, South Carolina, you will lead frontline manufacturing leaders and teams responsible for delivering the 787 Dreamliner—one of the most technologically advanced aircraft ever built.

You will serve as a leader translating strategic production goals into disciplined execution on the factory floor—while building a culture grounded in safety, quality, accountability, and pride.

You will:

• Lead, manage and inspire manufacturing teams responsible for building the world’s most advanced commercial aircraft

• Drive operational excellence across safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance

• Build and develop exceptional leaders, strengthening Boeing’s leadership pipeline for the future

• Partner closely with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Program Leadership to achieve production milestones

• Champion continuous improvement, Lean manufacturing, and operational innovation

• Help position Boeing South Carolina for increased production rates and long-term growth

This role offers unmatched visibility, responsibility, and influence—and the opportunity to leave a lasting leadership legacy.

The Leader We’re Seeking

We are looking for leaders who are energized by challenge, motivated by growth, and driven to build high-performing teams. You thrive in fast-paced production environments. You lead with clarity, courage, and accountability. You develop people, solve complex challenges, and create momentum. You don’t just manage operations—you elevate them.

Why This Role Matters

The Boeing South Carolina site is entering a defining period—expanding production, building leadership capability, and positioning for future growth. The leaders we hire today will help shape Boeing’s next chapter. This is an opportunity to:

• Lead at global scale

• Build world-class manufacturing teams

• Influence one of Boeing’s most critical programs

• Accelerate your leadership career

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• 5+ years of aerospace, manufacturing, or equivalent military experience

• 3+ years of experience managing teams

• 3+ years of experience leading, motivating and developing others

• Demonstrated ability to lead across organizations and influence outcomes

• Decision-making capability in complex, dynamic environments

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• 3+ years of aerospace manufacturing experience, ideally in Final Assembly, Structures, Interiors, or Systems/Test

• 5+ years of proven success leading Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives

• Experience leading through production ramp-ups, operational transformation, or growth environments

• Track record of building high-engagement, high-performance teams

• Bachelor's degree or higher

Conflict of Interest:

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

Shift:

This position is for a variable shift (shift 4). Variable shift means you will be assigned a shift at timeof hire based on business needs. You will remain on your assigned work shift until a re-evaluation isrequired. Shifts assigned for training may differ from your permanent work shift.

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.

Join Us. Lead What’s Next.

At Boeing South Carolina, you won’t just build airplanes.

You’ll build teams. You’ll build capability. You’ll build the future. And your leadership will help carry the world forward.

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: $141,950 - $192,050

Applications for this position will be accepted until Oct. 02, 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.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

This position is for variable 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.