Senior Project Manager – B-52 CERP

The Boeing Company; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 136,000 - 184,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

The Boeing Company in Oklahoma City is seeking a Senior Project Manager (Level L) to lead the B-52 CERP Labs IPT. You will partner with BCA, BT&E and USAF, driving integrated execution of software and propulsion lab activities, and guiding cross-functional teams through complex programs.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years of PM experience, strong EVM expertise, and a history of delivering on aggressive schedules. This on-site role offers relocation support and requires U.S.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• 5+ years building relationships with stakeholders (customers, suppliers, peers).
• 5+ years using project management methodologies including planning, performance management and risk handling.
• 5+ years applying Earned Value Management techniques in PM roles.

Responsibilities

• Manages employees performing engineering, technical, scheduling and control account management activities in PM area.
• Develops and executes integrated departmental plans, policies and procedures with input on strategies and goals.
• Strong EVM background and experience using EVM to manage performance.
• Coordinates scheduling and use of Lab assets to enable test plans.
• Oversees Lab operations, resolving issues and managing baseline configurations.
• Develops relationships with customers, stakeholders and direct reports, and approves technical approaches.
• Establishes PMBP goals and improvement plans.
• Manages, develops and motivates employees.

Skills

Project management

Earned Value Management

Stakeholder relationships

Scheduling

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

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 and Security (BDS) has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Project Manager (Level L) to join the B-52 Commercial Engine Replacement Program (CERP) Labs Integrated Product Team (IPT) in Oklahoma City, OK!

In this role you will have a strong partnership and teaming with Boeing Commercial Airplanes (BCA) and Boeing Test & Evaluation (BT&E) counterparts as well as the United States Air Force (USAF) customer. Collaboration with functional leads in leading the integrated execution of the Software Development Lab and Propulsion Integration Facility. Our team is looking for a leader skilled with program management discipline, easily able to navigate a fast-paced program, strong communication skills, and brings a great attitude that can successfully lead a complex portfolio while partnering with our counterparts in leading Boeing successfully on this program.

Strong communication and organizational skills are critical to success in this position, along with the ability to build strong relationships, collaborate in a cross-functional environment, and utilize problem-solving skills to proactively identify and manage risks and opportunities.

Position Responsibilities:

• Manages employees performing engineering, technical, scheduling and control account management activities in the area of Project Management
• Develops and executes integrated departmental plans, policies and procedures and provides input on departmental business and technical strategies, goals, objectives
• Strong Earned Value Management (EVM) background and demonstrated experience using EVM to manage technical, cost and schedule performance
• Coordinates the scheduling and utilization of the Lab assets ensuring downstream users are able to perform detailed test plans.
• Oversees the operation of the Lab to include resolution of problem reports and all configuration changes to the baseline product.
• Develops and maintains relationships and partnerships with customers, stakeholders, peers, partners and direct reports. Provides oversight and approval of technical approaches, products and processes
• Establishes Program Management Best Practices (PMBP) program goals and establishes a PMBP improvement plan
• Manages, develops and motivates employees

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 the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• 5+ years of experience managing multiple projects simultaneously, prioritizing tasks, and meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• 5+ years of experience developing and maintaining relationships and partnerships with stakeholders (i.e. customers, suppliers, peers and/or partners
• 5+ years’ experience using project management methodologies, including developing project plans, performance management, and managing issues and risks
• 5+ years of experience employing Earned Value Management techniques either as a project manager, control account manager, or control account manager assistant

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Experience supporting military programs
• Experience in the implementation and use of Program Management Best Practices
• Background in Lab Design, Development, and Utilization functions
• Previous experience in Earned Value Management (EVM)
• Knowledge of Development and Execution phases of Project Management.
• Must have demonstrated work ethic and sense of urgency for completing assigned work with a history of meeting commitments
• Ability to adjust priorities to multiple demands and unanticipated
• Highly motivated and must work well in a team environment
• Bachelor’s degree or higher

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Travel: Occasional travel may be required

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.

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 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.

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

Summary pay range for $136,000 - $184,000

Applications for this position will be accepted until Oct. 01, 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 the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.

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.