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Senior Manager - Structures & Air Vehicle Integration

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Job ID JR2026515574 Category Engineering - Mechanical & Structural Role Type Onsite Post Date Jun. 23, 2026 Security Clearance Required
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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 Defense, Space & Security (BDS) Mobility, Surveillance and Bombers (MS&B) is seeking an experienced Senior Manager to lead the Executive Transport & Surveillance (ET&S) Structures and Air Vehicle Integration team.

This role offers a unique opportunity to lead the Structures team and drive integration across multidisciplinary teams spanning Structures, Interiors & Payloads, Mechanical Systems, Wire Design & Installation, and Production Engineering. The ET&S portfolio includes VC25A, E-4B, C-32, C40, Global Head of State and US & International AWACS programs. This position will oversee 4 First Line leaders and multiple Senior Project Engineers. The Sr. Manager will partner with internal and external stakeholders to successfully execute structures SoW, air vehicle technical integration, certification strategies, safety, cost, and schedule objectives. The role demands a strong technical and leadership acumen, fostering a collaborative environment with a focus on safety, quality and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Structures engineering execution across programs  
  • Primary structures engineering interface to the Program Management Office, Integrated Product Team Leader and the customer
  • Lead Air Vehicle technical Integration across teams
  • Supplier and A/C operations interface.
  • Serve as primary engineering technical interface with Program Management, Integrated Product Teams, and USAF customers.
  • Guide technical integration across Air Vehicle disciplines ensuring alignment with technical requirements, certification and safety standards.
  • Provide leadership in structural integrity analysis (static, fatigue, and damage tolerance), design leadership, and product development.
  • Develop and execute project plans, operational goals, and process improvements; manage supplier technical interactions.
  • Lead staffing planning, talent development, performance management, and mentoring to build strong teams.
  • Drive a culture of inclusion, psychological safety, and open communication regarding safety, quality, and schedule concerns.
  • Support Safety Review Board (SRB) activities and Engineering Change Package development.
  • Monitor and manage cost and schedule performance via Earned Value Management.
  • Champion adoption of digital engineering, continuous improvement, and cross-functional collaboration initiatives.

This position is expected to be 100% onsite.  The selected candidate will be required to work onsite in Oklahoma City, OK.

This position requires the 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. 

Basic Qualifications:

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (with a focus on Mechanical, Civil, Aerospace Aeronautical or Material Sciences)
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in aerospace engineering roles.
  • Minimum 3 years of formal experience leading engineering teams.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • 10+ years of aerospace industry experience in Mechanical, Structural, Payloads, Design, or Analysis engineering.
  • Experience with airplane structural design and analysis.
  • Demonstrated expertise with aerospace certification processes and standards.
  • Proficient in Boeing Common Non-Recurring Product Development (C-NRPD).
  • Exceptional communication skills, experienced in presenting to senior leadership, customers, and technical boards.
  • Committed to fostering an inclusive, psychologically safe workplace culture.
  • Commercial platform experience in 787, 777, 737, 747, 767 and/or 707

Relocation:

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Shift:
This is a 1st shift position.

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: $183,600 – 248,400


Applications for this position will be accepted until Jun. 30, 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

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

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.

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