Experienced Level or Lead Level C-17 Engineering Project Manager

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Boeing Global Services (BGS) is seeking Experienced Level or Lead Level C-17 Engineering Project Manager to lead multiple C-17 sustainment projects and support project proposal process in Long Beach, CA. The successful applicant will be a highly motivated, self-starter with a high degree of technical competency. The selected candidate will work across all areas of engineering, product support, finance, scheduling, technical publications, and retrofit management to ensure activities and tasks are completed to plan within cost targets. The candidate will interact with senior leadership and customer representatives to define project plans & communicate performance to plan.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee diverse portfolio of projects including experience with Non-Recurring Engineering projects.
• Affluent in leading all aspects of the project lifecycle including initial planning, execution, monitoring & controlling and closure.
• Refined skill-set in the 10 Project Management Knowledge Areas: Integration, Scope, Schedule, Cost, Quality, Resource, Communication, Risk, Procurement, and Stakeholder Management.
• Produce appropriate project documentation and conduct management and customer reviews.
• Accountable for developing and managing project schedules.
• Utilize Earned Value Management Systems to measure project performance.
• Build strong with Integrated Product Teams and facilitate team discussions as appropriate.
• Prioritize, delegate and track tasks and action items needed to achieve project completion.
• Utilize risk management tools to define risks, issues and opportunities.
• Develop overall project plans consistent with project objectives as defined by the project owner and key stakeholders.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE)

• 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 experience managing multiple projects simultaneously
• 3+ years of experience providing status reports for projects
• Experience collecting data, developing metrics, and conducting trend analysis

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (DESIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE)

• 5+ years of higher education and/or related work experience (Higher education includes college, university, technical school, licensing/certification programs, etc.)
• 5+ years of experience collecting and analyzing data from multiple sources, as well as interpreting data and presenting analysis and recommendations to management
• 5+ years of experience working with and partnering with cross-functional teams on projects and initiatives.
• PMP Certified
• Experience with Earned Value Management (EVM)
• Experience utilizing Microsoft Office applications such as SharePoint, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Microsoft Project.
• Familiarity with Risk, Issue, Opportunity (RIO) Management.
• Experience working in a dynamic environment
• Experience collecting data, developing metrics, and conducting trend analysis.
• Able to develop and maintain relationships / partnerships with customers, stakeholders, peers, and partners to develop collaborative plans and execute on projects.
• Proactively seek information and direction to successfully complete the statement of work utilizing a solutions-oriented mindset.

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.

General:

All information provided will be checked and may be verified.

Please apply ASAP for this role as recruitment may commence before the end date.

Pay Transparency & Total Rewards:

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.

Salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Experienced-Level Summary Pay Range: $119,850 to $162,150

Lead-Level Summary Pay Range: $146,200 to $197,800

Applications for this position will be accepted until Mar. 17, 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

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

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.