Engineering Product Lifecycle Manager

Boeing•El Segundo, CA
•$136,850 - $185,150•Onsite

About The Position

The Boeing Company is seeking an Engineering Product Lifecycle Manager (Level K) for its Boeing Defense, Space and Security organization, supporting the Proprietary, Autonomous & Maritime Programs within the Space, Intelligence & Weapon Systems Division. The position is based at either Huntington Beach or El Segundo, California, and is expected to be 100% onsite. The role leads Configuration and Data Management activities in a regulated engineering data environment. It requires transformational leadership to improve Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) processes and tools, maintain data quality, optimize tool performance, and support manufacturing, engineering, and customer commitments. The manager works across organizational boundaries and with internal teams, enterprise PLM and IT groups, suppliers, customers, and other stakeholders. Candidates must complete an assessment during the selection process. The role requires meeting U.S. export control compliance requirements as a U.S. Person and the ability to obtain a U.S. security clearance; an interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance is required after starting. Boeing will not sponsor employment visas. The position is not contingent upon program award and is not safety sensitive.

Requirements

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Technology), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, or a directly related non-U.S. equivalent qualification; candidates must meet the stated academic standards or the exception criteria of 8+ years of experience in engineering, engineering technology, or a related technical discipline.
  • At least one year of experience in a leadership role, such as team leader, temporary manager, large-scale cross-functional project/program manager, or formal manager, or completion of Boeing's internal course “Exploring Leadership.”
  • Experience with PLM and Configuration Management systems, Change Management, and PLM processes and tools.
  • Experience requiring teamwork and collaboration, including the ability to work effectively with geographically dispersed cross-functional and matrix teams.
  • Strong planning, communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Experience applying continuous improvement tools and techniques.
  • Must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements as a U.S. Person.
  • Must be able to obtain a U.S. security clearance; U.S. citizenship is required by the U.S. Government for clearance eligibility, and interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance is required post-start.
  • Must complete an assessment as part of the selection process.
  • Must work 100% onsite at one of the listed location options.

Nice To Haves

  • Active U.S. Secret Security Clearance.
  • Working knowledge of U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR), and Sanctions Controls.
  • Experience with PLM tools such as TeamCenter/IPDM, NX, CATIA, VisMockup, REDARS, or similar.
  • Familiarity with engineering data management and integration across multiple systems.
  • Experience coordinating business transformation resulting from major process or system changes.
  • Prior experience in aerospace or defense industries.
  • Experience in both Data and Product architecture with PLM tools.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage a team supporting the Proprietary, Autonomous & Maritime Programs.
  • Develop and implement organizational and technical strategies to improve team, process, and tool performance.
  • Educate, coach, and guide internal teams and external partners on PLM processes and tools.
  • Collaborate with Enterprise PLM and IT teams to advocate for site and division needs.
  • Manage relationships with internal and external suppliers, customers, and stakeholders.
  • Oversee process documentation and ensure compliance with engineering data standards and export control regulations.
  • Lead process improvement initiatives to minimize disruptions and enhance operational efficiency.
  • Use problem-solving, data analysis, and evidence-based decision-making skills in daily work.

Benefits

  • Competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.
  • Eligible employees may enroll in benefit programs generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance, and paid and unpaid time away from work.
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