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F-15 Japan Deputy Program Manager

Berkeley, Missouri Job ID JR2026515825 Category Security Clearance Role Type Onsite Post Date Jul. 04, 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) has an exciting opportunity for an F-15 Japan Experienced Program Management Specialist to join our in Berkeley, Missouri.

The F-15 Japan team is seeking a deputy Program Manager supporting the F-15 Japan Super Interceptor (JSI) coordinating day-to-day execution, program events & milestones, customer engagement, and leading Program Integration Office (PIO) activities. F-15 JSI is a complex program encompassing both Foreign Military Sales (FMS) and Domestic Commercial Sales (DCS) contracts. The JSI Deputy PM works collaboratively with the JSI FMS Development PM and Engineering Leadership to upgrade Electronic Warfare, Radar, Cockpit, Avionics, and Weapon systems of Japan’s F-15 fleet. The F-15 JSI Deputy PM has the exciting opportunity to oversee completion of system development, flight test, and manage our USAF and commercial customer relationships. In support of the PIO, the Deputy PM implements best practices, establishes and executes financial/schedule controls, and ensures alignment with the broader F-15 international portfolio. This is a fantastic opportunity to broaden exposure to complex systems, support international customers (including international travel), and build experience with multiple contract types on a single program. 

This position includes the opportunity for travel to Japan (anticipate 2x per year) and U.S.-based supplier locations as required.

Position Responsibilities:

  • Leads development of multiple F-15 subsystem upgrades including computing, electronic warfare, radar, avionics, and weapons integration
  • Establish and lead On-Time Delivery (OTD) plans and approaches for tracking supplier and Boeing material/product kitting & delivery
  • Owns development program work structures as well as development program and execution plans
  • Identifies key program level horizontal and vertical integration interfaces between major activities, teams, suppliers, partners and customers
  • Facilitates the resolution of program issues
  • Supports the F-15 JSI Program Manager in program-wide execution
  • Implements FMS & DCS customer and program communication and contact plans

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.

This position is for 1st shift.

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

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

  • Bachelor’s degree or higher
  • More than 5 years of experience in program or project management

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

  • More than 5 years of experience leading or managing projects and/or teams
  • More than 5 years of experience working directly with executives or senior leaders leading or managing projects that involved cross-functional or cross-business unit teams
  • More than 5 years of experience in Program Management or IPT Leadership including cost, schedule and technical management
  • More than 5 years of experience in implementation of Program Management Best Practices (PMBP), Earned Value Management System (EVMS)

Conflict of interest:

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

Typical Education/Experience:

Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 14 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience (e.g. PhD+9 years' related work experience, Master+12 years' related work experience, 18 years' related work experience, etc.)

Relocation:

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

Travel:

Position may require travel up to 25% of the time.

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: $157,250 - $212,750


Applications for this position will be accepted until Jul. 09, 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.

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.

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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