Lead Project Management Specialist

Job Description

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Boeing, Defense, Space, and Security (BDS) is seeking a motivated, talented Lead Project Management Specialist to join the Precision Engagement Systems (PES) team located in Saint Charles, MO.

As a part of the Space, Intelligence and Weapon Systems (SIWS) organization, Precision Engagement Systems (PES) is a dynamic and growing team with leadership that is focused on attracting and developing top talent in support of critical missions on Direct Attack (DA) and Cruise Missiles Systems (CMS) programs. Connected to our customers’ missions, we deliver unique capability through our exceptional talent.  The programs we support in Saint Charles, MO include Direct Attack weapons (JDAM, SDB, MOP, HAAWC and associated derivatives) and Cruise Missiles (SLAM ER, Harpoon and development weapons) utilized on various military aircraft, some ground-based platforms, and other future contract awards.

This role serves as a key process facilitator and data analytics expert supporting engineering workforce staffing, resource planning, and other critical engineering functions within the Space, Intelligence and Weapon Systems (SIWS) organization.

While this position works closely with engineers and senior engineering leadership, it does not require an engineering degree or technical engineering experience. Instead, the successful candidate will excel at facilitating engineering processes, driving process improvements across the broader engineering organization, and delivering actionable insights through data analysis and automation to enable effective decision-making.

A strong passion for people development and engagement is essential. In this role, you will collaborate with functional engineering partners across disciplines, engineering leaders, and teams from Government Operations, Legal, Human Resources, and Finance teams to ensure staffing processes, development resources, manager tools, and engagement materials align with Boeing’s Engineering mission to deliver world-class engineering through exceptional talent.

Position Responsibilities:

• Facilitate workforce staffing, resource planning, and other engineering support processes in collaboration with engineering leaders and cross-functional partners (Government Operations, Legal, HR, Finance).

• Lead the development, integration, and maintenance of project and program plans and schedules related to staffing and engineering execution

• Conduct risk assessments, trend analyses, and variance analyses to identify staffing risks and opportunities, and develop mitigation strategies

• Develop, track, and report key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics aligned with organizational goals

• Use data analytics and automation tools to collect, analyze, and streamline complex data sets supporting engineering lifecycle products and services

• Create and maintain dashboards, visualizations, and reports to communicate workforce and program status to senior leadership

• Facilitate cross-functional meetings, technical reviews, and large-scale events to ensure alignment and effective communication

• Drive process improvements and change management initiatives to enhance staffing efficiency and program execution

• Lead implementation and adoption of data analytics platforms to improve engineering decision-making and workforce planning

• Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders to gain support and ensure successful execution of staffing and program processes

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• 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

• Bachelor's degree or higher

• 5+ years of experience of working independently and collaboratively in a team environment

• Proven experience facilitating workforce staffing or other resource planning processes within technical or engineering organizations

• Strong data analysis and automation skills, with demonstrated ability to collect, interpret, and streamline complex data sets

• Experience developing and tracking key performance metrics and KPIs

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Power BI for creating dashboards, visualizations, and reports that support data-driven decision-making

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with engineers, engineering leadership, and cross-functional teams

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• 3+ years of project management experience, preferably supporting technology development or engineering programs

• Experience with Tableau or other advanced data visualization platforms to create interactive dashboards and enhance stakeholder engagement

• Familiarity with data automation tools or scripting languages (e.g., Python, SQL) to improve data processing efficiency and reduce manual effort

• Experience supporting staffing acquisition, deployment of skills, or workforce planning in a technical environment

• Strong process improvement mindset with experience leading change management initiatives

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with multiple priorities and deadlines

• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously

• Comfortable working with all levels of users and presenting to senior/executive leadership

• Experience in financial analysis and budgeting to support project planning, risk assessment, and resource allocation within complex programs

• Positive, calm, and can-do attitude, even in stressful situations

Relocation:

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

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.

Shift Work Statement:

This position is for 1st shift.

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 for (Level 4) Lead: $107,950.00 - $146,050.00

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

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
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.