First-Line Multi-Skill Engineering Manager - Acoustic Programs

Boeing•California, MD

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Acoustic Programs (AP) is a dynamic business within BDS Space, Intelligence, and Weapon Systems (SI&WS) focused on delivering complex solutions in some of the most challenging environments on Earth. We are seeking a First-Line Multi-Skill Engineering Manager with acoustics domain experience to join our team in California, MD. The Acoustic Programs portfolio defines, designs, and delivers multiple products primarily targeted at the underwater and Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW) domain. In this role, you will support the Acoustic Programs team with day-to-day operations, site management, forward business planning, and program-level cost account management. You will provide status updates to upper management, manage functional personnel, and oversee key program areas. The Acoustic Programs portfolio includes four main elements: Development, Production, Training Systems, and Advanced Programs. Development Programs cover the full software and system engineering lifecycle—from development and integration with targeted hardware to deployment and maintenance—focused on detecting and tracking underwater targets. Production Programs define, develop, manage suppliers, and maintain hardware supporting the ASW mission on the P-8A platform. Training Systems develop acoustic training components for various mission-level trainers and associated hardware. Advanced Programs support a range of advanced acoustic initiatives, including IR&D, international efforts, new hardware design and development, and new business and cross-Boeing collaborations. If you are motivated, interested in a management position within an exciting domain, enjoy a dynamic work environment with a broad range of engineering skills, and aspire to further develop your program leadership abilities, we want to hear from you.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Technology), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement
3+ years of site and/or team leadership experience
Understanding and experience with Program Management Best Practices
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to understand and refine long-term future business strategies
Experience working with site and laboratory environments
Experience interfacing with customers and program leadership
Ability to obtain a US Security Clearance for which the US Government requires US Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. secret clearance Post Start is required.

Nice To Haves

Experience with anti-submarine warfare (ASW), anti-surface warfare (ASUW), or maritime intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) systems
Experience with and/or support of multiple platforms used to support underwater acoustics, including P-3, P-8A, MH-60R, submarines, and Unmanned Autonomous Vehicles (UAVs)
Experience with export-related material and international customers
Experience on a U.S. Navy program
Experience with SE/SW execution lifecycle

Responsibilities

Manage employees’ day-to-day efforts as well as long-term career goals and performance
Lead across various Boeing business units, external suppliers, and domestic/international customers
Support Cost Account Management (CAM) activities with Program Management of Acoustic Programs
Provide input on program-level business and technical strategies, goals, and objectives
Support and help direct Acoustic Programs’ Long Range Business Plan, IR&D, and new business activities
Acquire resources for department activities, provide technical management of suppliers, and lead process improvements.
Develop and maintain relationships and partnerships with customers, stakeholders, peers, partners, and direct reports
Maintain, tailor, and improve Program Management Best Practices (PMBP) focused on program goals
Manage site operations of a small Boeing facility in California, MD
Interface cross-functionally with internal stakeholders to define and evaluate forward business planning, IRAD, capital, and program priorities
Oversee and be accountable for the quality and safety of the products and facility
Support management of staffing and day-to-day logistics for Acoustic Programs