Flight Engineering Manager

Job Description

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Boeing Commercial Airplanes (BCA) is seeking a Flight Engineering Manager (Level K) to lead the 737 Weight and Balance operations team within Flight Sciences. This position is based in Renton or Seattle, Washington.

This first-line leadership role directs 737 Weight and Balance operations from Renton factory support through Seattle delivery, including flight test support and offsite activities as required. The position is accountable for staffing, workforce development, regulatory compliance, and operational readiness across all shifts and locations.

The leader will drive continuous improvement in tools, processes, quality, and productivity while developing team capability and supporting employee growth. This role also partners across the Boeing enterprise and with external stakeholders to support weight and balance activities, flight operations, and deliveries, ensure alignment of work instructions, and promote consistent processes across sites and programs.

Position Responsibilities:

• Manages engineering and technical activities within Flight Engineering and Aerodynamic Performance

• Develops and executes project and process plans, implements policies and procedures, and sets operational goals

• Acquires resources for projects and processes, provides technical oversight of suppliers, and leads continuous process improvements

• Builds and maintains strong relationships with customers, stakeholders, peers, partners, and direct reports

• Oversees and approves technical approaches, deliverables, and processes to ensure quality and compliance

• Fosters individual and team development through various engagement and mentoring mechanisms

• Supports the advancement of core competencies and technical excellence within the Aerodynamic Performance discipline

• Motivates and develops employees, promoting collaboration and knowledge sharing of best practices and experiences

Boeing First-Line Leader Assessment: To be considered for this position you will be required to complete an assessment as part of the selection process. Failure to complete the assessment will remove you from consideration.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Technology), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, or Chemistry 

• 3+ years of experience with commercial airplanes or commercial derivatives

• Candidates must have at least one year of experience in a leadership role (team leader, temp manager, large scale cross functional project/program management, or formal manager experience) OR have completed the Boeing internal course “Exploring Leadership"

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• 5+ years of experience in the flight sciences / aero-performance domain / weights and/or mass properties engineering.

• Experience working with regulatory agencies

• Knowledge of aerospace engineering design concepts, processes, and techniques

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Proven ability to provide proactive leadership in dynamic and ambiguous environments to drive technical excellence

• Ability to translate diverse perspectives within a team to develop strategies, make informed decisions, and implement innovative business models or process improvements

• Act as a change agent by identifying strengths and weaknesses in existing operating models, tools, and processes, and collaborating with others to define and implement improvements

Conflict of Interest:

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

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.

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: $153,000 - $207,000

Applications for this position will be accepted until Jun. 01, 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.

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.