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Systems Engineering Manager (Systems Engineering Management)

Boeing logoBoeing$141,100–$190,900/yrColorado Springs, COFull-timePosted 5d ago

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About the role

Systems Engineering Manager (Systems Engineering Management)

Company

The Boeing Company

At The Boeing Company, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. From the seabed to outer space, you can contribute to work that matters with a company built on shared values. 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.

The Colorado Springs Ground Engineering Group is looking for a first line K-Level Manager to work on exciting programs like GSCCE and PTES to lead and manage ground system engineering teams performing critical missions to deliver technology to the Warfighters.

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Key Responsibilities

  • Manages employees performing Systems Engineering activities
  • Develops and executes project and process plans, policies, procedures, and operational goals
  • Secures resources, manages suppliers, and drives process improvements
  • Builds and maintains relationships with customers, stakeholders, peers, partners, and direct reports
  • Reviews and approves technical approaches, products, and processes
  • Develops, motivates, and manages employees to meet schedule and budget goals
  • Makes decisions that affect work unit results and schedules
  • Directs daily work unit operations and coordinates with internal and external contacts
  • Leads through non-management employees, often with varying levels of independence
  • Advises the work unit on tasks, projects, and operations, and supports daily operations as needed
  • Directly supervises non-management employees in daily operations

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite in Colorado Springs, Colorado.Active U.S. Secret Security Clearance (A U.S. Secret Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active).

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)

  • Active U.S. Secret Security Clearance (A U.S. Secret Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active).
  • 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
  • 9 years or more of experience in engineering especially ground system engineering
  • 9 years or more experience in and engineering profession.
  • 5 years or more of experience implementing/maintaining requirements and problem solving.
  • 3 years leadership/management experience
  • Travel is required (10%)
  • 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)

  • SATCOM domain experience
  • Project Management experience
  • PMP Desired
  • Earned Value Experience
  • Scheduling experience
  • Ability to effectively communicate within a team, leadership, customers and vendors

Conflict of Interest

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

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.

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: $141,100 - $190,900

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Language Requirements

Not Applicable

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Export Control Requirement

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.

Safety Sensitive

This is not a Safety Sensitive Position.

Security Clearance

This position requires an active U.S. Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active)

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Contingent Upon Award Program

This position is not contingent upon program award

Shift

Shift 1 (United States of America)

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