Illustrated Parts Catalog Senior Manager

Job Description

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Boeing Commercial Airplanes (BCA) is seeking an Illustrated Parts Catalog Senior Manager (Level L) - Commercial IPC / IPD to join our team based in San Diego, CA; and Seal Beach, CA.

Position Overview:

The Senior Manager will be responsible for Commercial Illustrated Parts Catalog/Data (IPC/IPD) production of all Boeing 7-series aircraft. The IPC/IPD is an Operational Requirement intended for use in the identification and requisition of “allowable” replaceable aircraft parts and units. This IPC is customized according to each aircraft’s allowable configuration requirements as defined by the delivered configuration with approved part interchangeability / optional part applicability. The IPC Aircraft Configuration continues to be updated throughout the life cycle of the aircraft through Supplement Type Certificate (STC) changes, service bulletin’s, COC’s, and part interchangeability / substitution updates. The position oversees a global team of over 500 employees in Southern California (San Diego & Seal Beach), Chennai India, and Kyiv Ukraine transforming engineering and supplier data into maintenance friendly iSpec2200 and S1000D compliant IPC/IPD’s. Over 14,000 IPC/IPD Products are published annually.

The ideal candidate will excel in technical acumen/excellence while also being an engaging and motivating people leader, including commitment to:

• ​Prioritizing the development and career growth of your employees and team

• Inspiring and empowering your team through collaboration, communication, and caring

• Building and nurturing an inclusive culture by seeking different perspectives, speaking up, and actively listening to teammates and stakeholders

• Ensuring an emotionally safe work environment where employees can freely and proactively raise safety, quality and schedule concerns as soon as they are known

Manager IPC/IPD In-Production Position Responsibilities:

• Responsible for a global team transforming Engineering, Supplier Data, and STEPS Planner Reports into maintenance friendly iSpec2200 and S1000D compliant IPC/IPD’s required for new 7- series aircraft deliveries.

• Responsible for IPC/IPD Customer 24/7 Facing activities including responding to all customer and Boeing Field Service BCS inquiries via the Boeing Communication System (BCS).

• Responsible for all Customer Working Together Team (WTT) activities for improving the IPC/IPD product content with our customers.

• Responsible for all IPC/IPD Quality in the US and Global locations

• Team comprises of 6 U.S. K-Level Front Line Managers and approximately 100 U.S. and 150 Global Engineering Data Authors.   

• Coordinates with the IPC/IPD Project Management Organization (PMO) for monitoring Global performance to plan, making Statement of Work (SOW) assignment changes as necessary to meet all scheduled commitments. Ensuring IPC/IPD’s are complete and on-time to meet aircraft deliveries.

• Role of Train Leader within your organization. Managing skills, ensuring technical excellence and development.

• Role requires a flexible schedule for coordinating with global teams (different time zones) and meeting customer commitments.

Work Authorization:

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at San Diego and Seal Beach, CA.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.

• 15+ years of technical aerospace experience along with working knowledge of Aerospace Engineering.

• 5+ years of previous leadership experience.

• 5+ years of Supplier Data Analysis or Procurement experience

• 5+ years of experience working with ATA100, ATA iSpec2200, ASD-STE100, and ASD S1000D specifications   

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Working knowledge of the IPC/IPD, how its produced and used by our customers.

• 5+ years of experience with Boeing engineering design tools (PDM etc.)

• Experience with PDM, ENOVIA, BRIDGE, STEPS, and IPC systems.

• Demonstrated ability to lead large teams whose physical location may be not centralized (San Diego, Seal Beach, and Global)

• Demonstrated organization skills with the ability to manage multiple aircraft model programs and priorities concurrently. (Previous Project Management experience a plus)

• Demonstrated above average oral and written communication skills.  

• Knowledgeable in Lean principals and has sponsored, led or participated in Accelerated Improvement Workshops (AIW’s) and Value Stream Mapping Workshops.

• Previous experience as a Change Leader (implementing change).

• Problem Solving and Conflict Resolution experience.  

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.

Union Representation:

This is not a union represented position.

Pay and 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:

$154,700 - $209,300

Applications for this position will be accepted until Nov. 26, 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

Language Requirements

English Preferred

Relocation

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

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.