Mid-Level Program Manager

Company:

The Boeing Company

Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) has an exciting opportunity for a Mid-Level Program Manager (Level L) to join the Advanced Space Programs, Boeing Phantom Works team in El Segundo, California.

 

This position represents a critical leadership role within Phantom Works--responsible for leading current space programs, crafting future technology maturation campaigns, and on-ramping and/or transitioning future Space Systems for Boeing and its customers.  Responsibilities include program management, strategy development, experimentation and rapid prototyping, customer engagement, and transition of advanced technology to main line Boeing programs and merchant vendor markets.  

 

Position Responsibilities:

• Serves as single-face-to-the-customer for Senior Manager, Phantom Works Space, focusing on modernization, prototyping, and advanced concept development within the space domain
• Supports the Space Phantom Works business portfolio in pursuit of future franchises and capabilities in alignment with the Long-Range Business Plan (LRBP)
• Establishes a clear portfolio mission and vision, develops an operating plan and principles, and manages the Phantom Works Space Division, including goal setting and employee engagement
• Manages all aspects of program execution, including overseeing subcontracts and ensuring that all projects are delivered on time and within budget
• Interfaces directly with the Senior Manager, Phantom Works Space and maintains seamless communications with internal Division project/program managers, executives, and local officials, and collaborates with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and success in advancing space technologies and solutions

 

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.

 

Shift:

This position is for 1st shift.

 

Security Clearance

This position requires an active Top Secret/SCI U.S. Security Clearance. (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active.)

 

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• More than 5 years of experience managing or leading people or teams
• More than 5 years of experience performing budget or cost performance analysis
• More than 5 years of experience developing and deploying organizational strategies and leading long-range business plan processes
• More than 5 years of experience communicating, collaborating, and building consensus with internal and external stakeholders
• More than 5 years of experience preparing and presenting to executives, senior leadership, and external customers
• More than 5 years of experience working with Military or DoD customers
• Experience with profit and loss accountability

 

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor’s degree or higher
• Program Management certification (Program Management Professional, Defense Acquisition University Certification, and/or Certified Account Manager)
• Military operational or test experience involving Space systems
• Undergraduate and/or graduate degree in science, technology, engineering, or math (STEM)
• Program management experience on large-scale program to ensure business, technical, and customer requirements are achieved
• Experience developing joint war fighting strategy and solutions
• Theater-level campaign analysis and planning experience
• Test experience in Space and graduate of formal test training course
• Proven success collaborating across organizational boundaries
• Technical experience in complex mission systems development and integration
• Well-developed organizational skills

 

Typical Education/Experience:

Education/experience typically acquired through advanced education (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 10 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience (e.g. PhD, Master+8 years' related work experience, 14 years' related work experience, etc.)

 

Conflict of Interest:

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

 

Relocation:

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.

 

Travel:

Position may require travel up to 20% of the time.

 

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: $168,300 - $227,700

 

Applications for this position will be accepted through November 5, 2026.

Language Requirements:

Not Applicable

Education:

Not Applicable

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 an active U.S. Top Secret/SCI 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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