Test Beds Maintenance Operations Manager

Job Description

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The Boeing Test & Evaluation (BT&E) team is currently seeking a Test Beds Maintenance Operations Manager (Level K) in Berkeley, Missouri.  This role will manage represented IAM 837 Flight Operations Mechanics (FOMs) in the Test Operations & Engineering organization in support of Air Dominance, Phantom Works, and Weapons programs.

The Test Operations & Engineering organization supports a wide variety of testing with crucial work across all of Lab and Flight Test and collaborates frequently with BDS programs and production operations.  The Test Beds FOM’s support all Boeing work for the fleet of Test Beds aircraft including:  TA-4J Skyhawks, 757-200, Global 6000, Challenger 604 & 650, Beechcraft 1900D, and King Air E90 & 300.  They work closely daily with the maintenance analysts who support all activities for aircraft scheduling/certifications/subscriptions, supplier discussions, leasing, and program operations integration.  This management role will work directly with the mechanics, engineers, technicians, and test teams to support all maintenance and test beds modifications.  They also work closely with ramp personnel, flight operations, pilots, safety focals, airport focals, and the FAA.

The team is growing and looking to add an Test Beds operations manager to execute in a dynamic work environment with numerous business partners spread across several programs/tests and multiple St. Louis area buildings.

Position Responsibilities:

• Manage union employees performing mechanical and technical activities in the areas of Test Operations, in line with IAM 837 contractual requirements

• Develop and maintain relationships and partnerships with customers, stakeholders, business partners, peers, and direct reports

• Develop and execute project and process plans

• Implement policies and procedures and set operational goals

• Acquire resources for projects and processes

• Provide oversight and approval of technical approaches, products and processes

• Manage, coach, mentor, develop, and motivate team members

• Responsibility for the safety and quality of the team’s work, including hazard mitigation, corrective action, and BPSM/RCCA participation

• Manage aircraft fleet modifications

• Manage costs and budgetary goals, ensuring performance aligns with plans while proactively identifying risks and opportunities

• Manage the continued airworthiness of Experimental aircraft in accordance with the Federal Aviation Regulations

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

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Active U.S. Secret Security Clearance (US Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active)

• 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

• 3+ years of experience in laboratory testing, data analysis, instrumentation, system integration, manufacturing (Assembly, Integration & Test)

• Experience managing a Collective Bargaining Unit (CBU)/hourly union-represented workforce

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in an Engineering, Aviation, Aviation Safety or related field

• FAA Mechanic certificate with Airframe and Powerplant ratings

• Test and Evaluation experience 

• Current Federal Aviation Administration Inspection Authorization

• Experience in Business Aviation Flight and Aircraft Maintenance operations

• Experience working under FAA 14 CFR Part 145 Repair Station Regulations

• Experience in experimental aircraft modification design and implementation

• Experience with Earned Value Management (EVM)

• Experience with Lean+ and/or Lean 5S

• Experience with BPSM/RCCA processes

• Experience leading a team for process improvements

• Knowledge of Boeing's organizations, processes, program plans, policies and procedures, and products required to effectively perform functional responsibilities

• Experience working with business partners for integrated schedules, work instructions and planning, estimating, and cost analyses

Drug Free Workplace:

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace (DFW) 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.

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

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: $141,100 - $190,900

Applications for this position will be accepted until Apr. 02, 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.

Experience Level
Manager
Contingent Upon Program Award
No, this position is not contingent upon program award

Schedule
Full time

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.