Air Dominance Senior Manager - Systems Safety

Job Description

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The Boeing Defense Air Dominance Division is seeking a Senior Manager for Systems Safety on a Proprietary program. The position will be based in Berkeley (St Louis), MO.

The candidate must have prior experience with MIL-STD-882E, MIL-HDBK-516C, DO-178C, and DO-254.

This manager reports to the Air Dominance Mission Assurance Division Leader (MADL).

Primary responsibilities:

• Leads a team of Systems Safety engineers who provide technical expertise to meet customer commitments.
• Works closely with program Integrated Product Teams & customers to assess and identify all hazard mitigations to ensure product and personnel safety.
• Acquires resources for organizational activities, support technical management, and lead process improvements.
• Manages resources, processes, and tools, and provide support and active participation to ensure successful program execution through a robust risk management process.
• Provides oversight and approval of technical approaches, products, and processes.
• Mentors and coaches safety engineers at all levels, providing knowledge transfer to help grow the next generation of leaders in systems safety.
• Manages, develops, and motivates employees, including creating engagement activities to inspire and retain the workforce.
• Performs employee performance management activities including hiring, retention, awards/recognition, and goal setting.
• Develops and maintains relationships and partnerships with customers, stakeholders, peers, partners, and direct reports.

Work Authorization:

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed locations. Some travel will be required as business needs.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills and 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
• An Active Security Clearance (Active means held within the previous two years from today)
• 15+ years of experience with System Safety Engineering
• 3+years of mission assurance experience
• 3+ years of experience in engineering leadership (in lead or manager role)

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills and Experience):

• Experience leading cross-functional engineering teams in an aerospace environment
• Experience in analyzing technical data and providing clear written and verbal presentation of the results
• Experience in the aerospace and defense industry

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: $170,000 - $230,000

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Applications for this position will be accepted until Nov. 24, 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

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Required

Relocation

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

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.

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.