T - 45 / AV - 8B Project Management Specialist

Boeing; Hazelwood (MO); On-site; USD 94,000 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

The Boeing Company in Hazelwood, MO seeks a Mid-Level Project Management Specialist for the T-45/AV-8B program. You will lead multiple logistics and sustainment efforts, develop integrated plans, manage risks, and coordinate with Navy customers, contractors, and internal teams to ensure successful execution throughout the project lifecycle.

Ideal candidates bring 2+ years of project management experience, strong leadership, and proven ability to present to senior leaders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher.
• 2+ years of experience developing, leading, and executing projects, including the application of project management processes and skills.
• Experience in leadership, formally or informally, leading teams in a cross-functional environment.
• Experience working with external stakeholders (e.g., customers, suppliers, or government representatives).
• Experience developing and delivering presentations to senior leaders.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate multiple projects supporting sustainment, logistics, engineering reach-back, and program execution objectives.
• Develop and maintain integrated project plans, schedules, budgets, metrics, and reporting to ensure successful execution throughout the project lifecycle.
• Manage risks, issues, opportunities, and change activity, including development and execution of mitigation and implementation plans.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for customers and stakeholders, building strong working relationships across Navy customers, contractors, suppliers, and internal Boeing teams.
• Working closely with the existing CLS contractor (V2X), BGS (Government & Commercial) Capabilities, BCA and BDS partners to create an integrated One Boeing sustainment approach for Transactional Spares requirements.
• Facilitate cross-functional collaboration with business partners across BGS, BCA, BDS, suppliers, and support teams to deliver coordinated solutions and services.
• Track project performance and task execution, ensuring work is completed as planned and project data supports timely, informed management decisions.
• Apply program management best practices, including Earned Value Management (EVM), project controls, and continuous process improvement.
• Support sustainment and operational requirements, including material and supply chain requests, Aircraft-on-Ground (AOG) support, and other customer support initiatives.
• Develop and present leadership-level briefings, program status updates, and analytical reports, including lessons learned and historical data to support planning and execution.
• Lead issue resolution and develop innovative, best-value solutions to complex program challenges.
• Support proposal development, business growth initiatives, and long-term sustainment strategies for Navy aircraft platforms.
• Travel to customer and Navy locations may be required on an infrequent basis.

Skills

Program management

Leadership experience

Stakeholder management

Presentation skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Job description

T - 45 / AV - 8B Project Management Specialist Company: The Boeing Company Boeing Global Services (BGS) is seeking a Project Management Specialist Mid-Level to join our T-45 / AV-8B Program Management team in Hazelwood, MO. In this role, you will lead and coordinate multiple T-45 / AV-8B Logistics and Sustainment efforts. The ideal candidate brings strong program management discipline, the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, and excellent collaboration skills to help drive successful program execution. The USN Legacy Programs team is committed to excellence and to fostering an inclusive workplace where all team members are valued, respected, and empowered to perform at their best.

Position Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate multiple projects supporting sustainment, logistics, engineering reach-back, and program execution objectives
• Develop and maintain integrated project plans, schedules, budgets, metrics, and reporting to ensure successful execution throughout the project lifecycle
• Manage risks, issues, opportunities, and change activity, including development and execution of mitigation and implementation plans
• Serve as a primary point of contact for customers and stakeholders, building strong working relationships across Navy customers, contractors, suppliers, and internal Boeing teams
• Working closely with the existing CLS contractor (V2X), BGS (Government & Commercial) Capabilities, BCA and BDS partners to create an integrated One Boeing sustainment approach for Transactional Spares requirements
• Facilitate cross-functional collaboration with business partners across BGS, BCA, BDS, suppliers, and support teams to deliver coordinated solutions and services
• Track project performance and task execution, ensuring work is completed as planned and project data supports timely, informed management decisions
• Apply program management best practices, including Earned Value Management (EVM), project controls, and continuous process improvement
• Support sustainment and operational requirements, including material and supply chain requests, Aircraft-on-Ground (AOG) support, and other customer support initiatives
• Develop and present leadership-level briefings, program status updates, and analytical reports, including lessons learned and historical data to support planning and execution
• Lead issue resolution and develop innovative, best-value solutions to complex program challenges
• Support proposal development, business growth initiatives, and long-term sustainment strategies for Navy aircraft platforms
• Travel to customer and Navy locations may be required on an infrequent basis

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

• Bachelor’s degree or higher
• 2+ years of experience developing, leading, and executing projects, including the application of project management processes and skills
• Experience in leadership, formally or informally, leading teams in a cross-functional environment
• Experience working with external stakeholders (e.g., customers, suppliers, or government representatives)
• Experience developing and delivering presentations to senior leaders.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• Experience in proposal development
• Experience in a role involving strategic planning and risk identification/management
• Experience with Department of Defense (DoD) or other government acquisition processes
• Experience working with United States Navy programs

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: $94,350 – $127,650

Language Requirements: Not Applicable

Education: Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent

Relocation: Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Export Control Requirement: 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.

Safety Sensitive: This is not a Safety Sensitive Position.

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.

Contingent Upon Award Program This position is not contingent upon program award Shift: Shift 1 (United States of America)

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