Flight Test Engineering Manager

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The Boeing Company is seeking a Flight Test Engineering (FTE) Manager to join the Boeing Test & Evaluation organization in Seattle, WA, supporting the growing franchise of Mobility & Surveillance platforms.

The FTE management team leads a dynamic organization in performing developmental and certification flight testing of Boeing military commercial derivative aircraft. Testing is conducted primarily out of Boeing Field in Seattle, as well as occasional remote testing at a variety of domestic and international sites. In this position, you will manage flight test engineering teams and projects, partner with program and functional leaders, demonstrate strong organizational and communication skills, and utilize your effective problem-solving abilities to support our test programs.

Position Responsibilities:

• Provide oversight of engineering employees responsible for test planning, definition and authorization of airplane configuration changes, test planning, test conduct and test data analysis in support of airplane development and sustaining flight test programs
• Provide leadership in the areas of test program development and integration, scheduling and execution, trade studies and departmental processes/policies
• Assess and lead resolution of issues impacting test program progress, including root cause corrective action to prevent recurrence
• Utilize operational skills to raise team performance and meet cost, schedule and quality commitments
• Develop and maintain budgets, schedules, earned value metrics and performance measures
• Build relationships and partnerships with customers, peers, suppliers, direct reports and other stakeholders
• Manage, develop and motivate employees
• Occasional travel is required to support remote testing for up to 4-6 weeks at a time

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
• 10+ years of experience in an engineering related role
• 5+ years of experience working in a lab test, flight test, or similar test environment
• 3+ years of experience leading or managing projects that involved cross-functional or cross-business unit teams
• Willing to travel domestically and internationally as needed
• Proficiency working with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in Aerospace, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering preferred
• 5+ years of experience leading or managing large or complex teams of managers and/or non-management employees
• Active U.S. Security Clearance
• 5+ years of experience of collaborative leadership and teaming with internal and external stakeholders
• 3+ years of experience leading teams in a developmental lab and/or flight test environment
• 1+ years of experience with Earned Value Management (EVM)
• Flight test program experience and technical domain knowledge
• Ability to communicate effectively at multiple levels
• Strategic planning experience and ability to assess and improve organizational health to create a culture of high performance
• Experience in project management and the ability to work on several projects simultaneously, including experience collecting, interpreting data, and managing high level projects
• Experience working directly with military customers or regulatory agencies on programs
• Experience with large, transport category aircraft test programs

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 (Level MK): $138,550 – $187,450

Applications for this position will be accepted until Oct. 30, 2025

Export Control Requirements: 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.

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 the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.

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.