Project Management Specialist - KC-46 Software Sustainment

Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

Boeing Global Services (BGS) is seeking a Project Management Specialist to join our KC-46 Software Sustainment team in Tukwila, WA.

KC-46 Development & Support to Production is a dynamic, growing organization with a leadership team focused on attracting and developing top talent to set the foundation of US Air Force lifecycle sustainment for the world’s most advanced multi-mission aerial refueling aircraft. The KC-46 Software Sustainment Team rapidly designs, develops, and delivers annual software enhancements for the KC-46A Pegasus fleet which increase its capability, availability, and usability.

This position will join our team as a project manager for large aircraft software development projects (~$9M/year) providing:

• Cost, schedule, and technical management
• Coordination of commitments with our business partners, customers, and suppliers to fulfill aircraft lifecycle strategies
• Leadership of a multi-disciplinary team of engineers and logisticians
• Direction of all phases of software development projects from inception through fielding

At Boeing, we’re building and supporting the only multi-mission tanker that’s produced in America for the U.S. Air Force and allies. Our team is 37,000 employees and suppliers strong, with the ingenuity and tenacity to support those who serve around the world.

Position Responsibilities:

• Responsible for cost, schedule, technical, and risk management of software development projects from inception to fielding
• Develops and maintains program baselines and status to plan
• Leads program execution battle rhythm
• Defines and coordinates to build cross-functional teams necessary to execute software design, development, testing, and certification
• Develops and maintains statement of work (SOW) for subcontractors, with engineering support, when required

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Experience directly interfacing and communicating with customers
• Experience analyzing data, creating reports, and presenting results
• Experience developing, maintaining, and managing resource-loaded Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) using MS Project, Kidasa Milestones Professional, Oracle Primavera, and/or Deltek Open Plan Professional (OPP)

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Experience with legacy or new production military commercial derivative aircraft (MCDA) such as KC-135, KC-46, VC-25, P-8, E-3, E-7, and/or C-40
• Experience leading aircraft hardware/software development projects or prior technical experience with aircraft systems, software, or avionics
• Knowledge of FAA and other airworthiness regulatory requirements (e.g. DO-178)
• Experience with Agile project management for software development
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability effectively convey technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Experience developing integrated plans and schedules
• Working knowledge of and/or experience in Earned Value Management (EVM) and/or Control Account Management (CAM)
• Knowledge of and/or experience in Boeing Program Management Best Practices (PMBP)
• Experience with Risk Management & Mitigation (e.g. BORIS)

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.

Total Rewards & Pay Transparency:

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: $115,600 - $156,400

Applications for this position will be accepted until Aug. 09, 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
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.