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C-17 Flight Test Engineering Manager

C-17 Flight Test Engineering Manager

Company:

The Boeing Company

The Boeing Test & Evaluation (BT&E) organization is seeking a C-17 Flight Test Engineering Manager to join our team in Edwards, AFB, CA.

Position Responsibilities Include:

  • Manage employees performing activities within multiple (2 or more) Engineering disciplines
  • Develop and execute project and process plans, implement policies and procedures and set operational goals
  • Acquire resources for projects and processes, provide technical management of suppliers and lead process improvements.
  • Develop and maintain relationships and partnerships with customers, stakeholders, peers, partners and direct reports
  • Provide oversight and approval of technical approaches, products and processes
  • Manage, develop and motivate employees

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

  • 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
  • 5+ years of experience in an engineering technical lead or management role
  • 5+ years’ experience working across functional groups and engineering disciplines on a Military aircraft program
  • Experience synthesizing program/project/SOW requisition into actionable and measurable tasks
  • Experience with systems engineering, configuration management, and quality management functions, processes and requirements

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

  • 3+ years of experience in flight test engineering or related engineering disciplines supporting complex aerospace programs
  • 3+ years of experience leading multidisciplinary engineering teams in test planning, execution, and data analysis across multiple functions
  • 3+ years of experience in C-17 engineering and existing engineering technical network across engineering groups/skills.
  • 3+ years of experience working on C-17 design/repair (Operational, Depot, Repair/Overhaul, and/or Build/Manufacturing) for structural/avionic/electronic/electrical systems/subsystems.
  • 3+ years of experience applying program and project management principles (scheduling, risk management, cost control, and performance tracking)
  • 1+ years of experience with direct involvement in mentoring, developing and evaluating, engineering personnel across various disciplines and/or functions.
  • 1+ years of experience developing and applying engineering processes, procedures and process-based metrics to drive efficiency.
  • Familiarity with DCMAI 8210.1C/D
  • Skilled at presenting technical content to program leadership, Air Force customers, and integrated test teams with clarity and precision
  • Ability to negotiate, influence, and build consensus with diverse stakeholders including government, program management, and engineering leadership
  • Ability to understand and convey the big picture and the inter/Intra-relationships of skills and activities at the system and aircraft level, including the impact of changes in one area on another area.
  • Ability to communicate complex concepts clearly across different audiences and varying levels of the organizations/Military ranks to convey product design/repair

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.

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: $138,550 – $187,450

Language Requirements:

Not Applicable

Education:

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent

Relocation:

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Export Control Requirement:

This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Safety Sensitive:

This is not a Safety Sensitive 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.

Contingent Upon Award Program

This position is not contingent upon program award

Shift:

Shift 1 (United States of America)

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