Manufacturing Manager

Job Description

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Boeing Defense Space & Security (BDS) is seeking a Manufacturing Manager (Level K) to support the Bomber Aircraft Operations Team based out of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of an innovative and varied team. In this role, you will partner with our cross-functional support teams, program leadership, and subject matter experts on process improvements, strategic business transformation initiatives, and lean-based projects to increase efficiency and improve both first-pass quality and safety. Utilizing Root cause corrective action and Lean methodologies, you will have the chance to identify, create solutions, and lead projects that will create value for the program. You will help drive business planning and decision-making, operations, and business insights up and down the BDS value stream.

Position Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute integrated organizational plans, policies and procedures and guides the development of business and technical strategies, goals, objectives in accordance with MS&B and BDS business goals and objectives
• Develops and executes project and process plans, implements policies and procedures, and sets operational goals
• Maintain technical, cost and schedule aspects of the IPT, including design, development, integration and support of the IPT’s Mission Systems products and charter
• Acquires resources for projects and processes, provides technical management of suppliers, and leads process improvements
• Develops and maintains relationships and partnerships with customers, stakeholders, peers, partners, and direct reports
• Provides oversight and approval of technical approaches, products, and processes. Manages, develops, and motivates employees
• Identify training requirements and assure opportunities are available to support the team’s development
• Partner with local and enterprise-wide design centers to develop staffing strategies for successful program execution
• Responsible for the performance management and evaluation of direct reports including 1:1 coaching, employee development and ensuring technical proficiency
• Meet commitments, and drive quality, efficiency, and affordability
• Mentor and coach all levels of engineers providing knowledge transfer to aid in growing our next generation of leaders and engineers

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):

• 5+ years of experience using LEAN Manufacturing and/or Continuous Improvement practices and tools in the workplace
• 5+ years of experience working in operations or manufacturing environment
• Experience in developing and implementing process improvements

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Current active Secret U.S. Security Clearance
• Project Management experience preferred
• Experience working with cross-functional teams
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Proficiency and experience working with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook)

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. 

Additional Information:

• This position requires travel up to 25% of the time

Shift:

• This role is primarily first shift; however, there may be additional shift requirements to support program objectives

Relocation:

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

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.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary pay range: $90,100 – $121,900 USD

Applications for this position will be accepted until Nov. 07, 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

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

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.

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.