First-Line Air Proprietary 2 Systems Engineering Manager

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 & Security (BDS) is seeking First-Line Air Proprietary 2 Systems Engineering Managers (Level K) to join the team in Berkeley, MO .

Here is a phenomenal opportunity to lead and execute development excellence on an exciting, fast-paced, and critically important program in the Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) Air Dominance (AD). This program is located in Berkeley, MO. This Systems Engineering, Integration, & Test (SEIT) First Line Manager (Level K) will lead a highly motived team in a dynamic environment and help pioneer Boeing’s future.

This leader will lead innovation and implement industry-leading new approaches to engineering development, specialty engineering, integration, and verification, such as Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE). They will be responsible for leading integrated solutions across engineering teams and throughout the system lifecycle while ensuring design effectiveness and compliance.

Position Responsibilities

• Lead Systems Engineering and Specialty Engineering activities utilizing Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools and approaches
• Lead program integration and verification activities, coordinating amongst IPTs and stakeholders to ensure system integration and performance
• Empowers employees performing cutting edge engineering and technical activities in the areas of Systems Engineering, Specialty Engineering, system verification, and product development.
• Develops and executes new & novel project and process plans, implements policies and procedures and sets operational goals.
• Acquires resources for projects, provides technical management, and leads program and process improvements.
• Develops and maintains relationships and partnerships with customers, stakeholders, peers, partners and direct reports. Coordinates and leads via influence across Air Dominance division with other division leaders.
• Provides oversight and approval of technical approaches, products and processes.
• Manages, coaches, develops, and motivates employees. Acquires resources for team.
• Drives collaboration strategies across multiple teams and implements strategy across a large program.

To be considered for this position you will be required to complete an assessment as part of the selection process. Failure to complete the assessment will remove you from consideration.

Travel may be required up to 10% of the time; domestically and/or internationally depending on business needs.

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)

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

• Technical Bachelor's, Master's or a PhD degree (A technical degree is defined as any four-year degree, or greater, in a mathematic, scientific or information technology field of study).
• 5+ years of experience in the defense or aerospace industry.
• Experience leading Systems Engineering, Specialty Engineering, or Integration and Test activities
• Experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)
• Candidates must have at least one year of experience in a leadership role (team leader, temp manager, large scale cross functional project/program management, or formal manager experience) OR have completed the Boeing internal course “Exploring Leadership.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• 3+ years of experience mentoring, coaching, guiding, and leading teams.
• 5+ years of full-time defense industry experience within Systems or Project Engineering.
• Cost Account Manager (CAM) for a medium to large project ($500,000 or greater)
• Experience leading Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) activities

Conflict of Interest

Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.

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.

Contingent Upon Award

This position is contingent upon award.

Total Rewards

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: $141,100 – $190,900

Applications for this position will be accepted until Aug. 18, 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

Contingent Upon Program Award

The position is contingent upon program award

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.