Air Dominance Flight Test Operations Instrumentation Manager

Air Dominance Flight Test Operations Instrumentation Manager

Company:

The Boeing Company

The Boeing Test & Evaluation (BT&E) is looking for an Air Dominance Flight Test Operations Instrumentation Manager to join our team in Berkeley, MO.  This is an exciting opportunity to lead the instrumentation team supporting key Boeing programs such as T-7A, MQ-25, F-15 (domestic and international), and Phantom Works.

The work scope requires comprehensive management of employees performing engineering and technical work scope in the area of test installations and architecture to include: requirements specific to test installations; design of test installations; supplier management of test parts procurement, fabrication and assembly; flight test installation design planning; coordination with key suppliers (SAFRAN, TTC, Calculex, etc); and Earned Value Management (EVM) oversight of work scope.  The applicant will be responsible to develop and execute project and process plans, implement policies and procedures, and set operational goals.  Develops and maintains relationships and partnerships with internal and external customers, stakeholders, peers, partners and direct reports.  Provides oversight and approval of technical approaches, products and processes.  Manages, develops and motivates employees.  Current scope under this position includes T-7A, MQ-25, F-15, and Phantom Works programs.

This position is primarily first shift; however selected candidate must be willing to work variable shifts, including weekends and overtime.

Candidates should reside in St. Louis Missouri area (where relocating would not be required) or be willing to relocate. Relocation assistance is available to eligible candidates.

These positions may require travel (including international) in support of meetings or testing to alternate sites.

Position Responsibilities:

• Lead instrumentation operations team in all phases of test programs

• Technical aspects: cost, schedule, and other programmatic aspects; and proposal support (including development of labor estimates) relative to programs supported

• Develop and engage Employees through: coaching; mentoring; and employee performance assessment, as well as identifying growth opportunities and assignments that best fit the needs of the individual and the company.

• Use communication skills, organizational skills, and the ability to adapt to change and deal with ambiguity

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher

• 1+ years of experience in a managerial or team lead role

• 3+ years of experience supporting a military flight test program

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• 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)

• Experience as a Cost Account Manager (CAM) or experience creating estimates

• Experience leading technical teams

• Experience working on multiple projects concurrently

• Experience as a IOE/TRA/FTE on a military test program

• Experience with interfacing with various test sites

• Experience with Program Management Best Practices including: Requirements Management; Earned Value Management; and Risk/Issue/Opportunity Management

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: $129,200 – $174,800

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 the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim U.S. Secret Clearance Pre-Start and 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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