Lead Level Project Engineer: Part Obsolescence

Job Description

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The Boeing Global Services (BGS) and the Supply Chain Engineering team is seeking a Lead Level Project Engineer: Part Obsolescence to join our obsolescence management effort in Long Beach, CA.

In this role you will proactively identify, assess, and mitigate part, chemical, and material obsolescence risks that could impact Boeing production and in‑service fleet support. You will work closely with Supply Chain Engineering, Program teams, Design Engineering, BR&T/CMRM, procurement agents, and suppliers to drive upstream identification, develop mitigation strategies (bridge buys, alternates, redesigns), and ensure execution through the operating rhythm.

The ideal candidate brings hands‑on parts experience, strong systems thinking, data-driven prioritization skills, and a demonstrated ability to collaborate across multi‑discipline teams to protect production stability, safety, and program schedule.

Position Responsibilities:

Focus areas (Obsolescence Management)

• Proactively Identify Obsolescence Risks: Continuously mine supplier forecasts, SCN/CSDT/ELR data, OCMS/OB2 inputs, and other sources to surface part, chemical, and material end-of-life threats that could impact Spares or fleet support.
• Assess Technical Impact and Risk: Evaluate form, fit, function, safety, and regulatory implications of obsolescence cases and quantify program exposure to prioritize mitigation actions.
• Develop Mitigation Strategies: Create practical mitigation options (last-time buys, alternate suppliers, licensed manufacturers, part requalification, redesign) and define implementation plans with timelines and success criteria.
• Manage Execution of Mitigations: Coordinate engineering, procurement, and supplier activities to implement mitigation plans, track progress in the canonical repository (BORIS/OCMS/OB2), and validate closure.
• Lead Supplier Engagement and Validation: Serve as the engineering point of contact for suppliers—validate supplier submittals, conduct technical assessments, and drive pre coordination to reduce late notifications.
• Translate Chemical/Regulatory Changes to Part Impact: Collaborate with CMRM and spec custodians to map regulatory material changes to affected parts/SCDs and define required engineering responses.
• Drive Cross Functional Deep Dives: Facilitate multi discipline investigations for high risk items, convening BR&T/CMRM, structures, systems, flammability, and procurement to converge on solutions.
• Produce Clear Technical Documentation: Create concise case files, risk assessments, mitigation plans, test plans, RACI matrices, and decision packages to enable reproducible execution and auditability.
• Integrate into Operating Rhythm: Prepare and present technical recommendations, status updates, and decision packages at daily/weekly/monthly risk boards and program reviews to enable timely leadership decisions.
• Improve Tools and Automation Opportunities: Identify tooling gaps, capture requirements for OCMS/OB2/Compass integrations, and propose automation to improve triage, reporting, and scalability.
• Mentor and Knowledge Transfer: Coach PAs, SCEs, MEs, and DEs on obsolescence evaluation techniques, tooling, and best practices to raise organizational capability.
• Support Continuous Improvement: Track KPIs, analyze root causes of recurring obsolescence events, and lead process improvements to reduce future obsolescence impact on production and customers.
• Ability to work on site 5 days per week.
• May be asked to support other programs or perform other duties as needed.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), chemistry, physics, mathematics.
• 3 + years’ experience of engineering project planning or project management.
• 3 + years’ experience leading through influence and partnering with cross-functional teams on projects, transactions or initiatives.
• 3 + years’ experience interacting with business partners and customers.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Experience working directly with suppliers (supplier audits, assessments, engineering liaison).
• Knowledge of supply chain processes: SCN, NOC, CSDT, ELR, PRA/RCR.
• Familiarity with chemical/material regulatory impacts (CMRM), material specifications, and compliance.
• Prior exposure to risk boards, BORIS or similar risk tracking tools, and use of weighting/prioritization models for triage.

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. 

General:

All information provided will be checked and may be verified.

Please apply ASAP for this role as recruitment may commence before the end date.

Pay Transparency & 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.

Salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.  

Lead-Level Summary Pay Range: $122,400 - $165,600

Applications for this position will be accepted until Oct. 03, 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

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

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
Individual Contributor
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.