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Payloads Engineering First Level Manager (m/f/d)

Hamburg, Hamburg Job ID JR2026492411 Category Engineering - Mechanical & Structural Role Type Hybrid Post Date Jan. 30, 2026
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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.

Join Boeing Commercial Airplanes! We are a global leader in manufacturing commercial jetliners, with over 14,000 aircraft connecting people and economies worldwide. With our strong commitment to safety, quality and sustainability, our planes make air travel accessible to millions.

Located in the vibrant city of Hamburg, the “Gateway to the World,” we oversee Cabin and Cargo Engineering across all Boeing programs. Inspired by the magic of flight, our globally collaborative team combines functional design with aesthetic appeal, focusing on accessibility and desirability to exceed our customers' expectations.

Our Boeing Commercial Airplanes Team is currently looking for you in Hamburg, Germany as a Payloads Engineering First Level Manager (m/f/d).

OurPayloads organization is responsible for everything you see when you fly; and a lot that you don’t: The Interior of the airplane, along with the Lavatories, Galleys, Cargo compartments, exterior markings, associated systems, and cabin safety all make up Payloads. We enable our airline customers to fulfil their mission and represent their brand. 

In this role you will:

  • Ensure safety and quality are embedded in all engineering activities and deliverables.

  • Lead and develop the Payloads Engineering team, managing engineering and technical work in support of current and future commercial airplane programs.

  • Oversee complex, cross-functional projects, integrating suppliers, interfacing engineering teams, production needs, regulatory requirements, and airline expectations.

  • Define and execute engineering strategies, plans, and processes, including resource planning, supplier technical management, and continuous process improvement.

  • Build strong partnerships across global teams and stakeholders, providing technical oversight and approval of engineering solutions, products, and processes.

What we offer you:

  • Vacation: Embrace work-life balance with 32 vacation days—because you deserve time to recharge!

  • Personal Time Off:  Benefit from 2 paid days for emergencies, 2 for your wedding, 1 for moving, and 3 for bereavement – because life happens!

  • Pension Plan: Build a secure future with our robust pension plan, featuring 13 monthly payments and flexible contribution options—because your future also matters to us!

  • Life & Disability Insurance: Protect your loved ones with 2x your annual salary in life insurance and 1x for total occupational disability—ensuring they’re cared for, no matter what

  • Sick Leave Salary Gap Insurance: Rest easy with income protection during sick leave, covering the gap between social security pay and your salary—so you can focus on healing

  • Global Travel Coverage & International SOS Assistance: Travel confidently with global insurance for all your business trips, ensuring your safety wherever you go

  • Medical Benefits Abroad: Stay protected in medical emergencies, no matter where your business takes you

  • Career Advancement Opportunities: Enhance your skills and advance your career through our Learning Together Program, which supports degrees, MBAs, and certifications.

  • Comprehensive Wellness Support: Access our Employee Assistance & Well-Being programs for a healthier, happier you

For a full list of our benefits in Germany please check our website as these are changing regularly to match market requirements at a local level.

What you bring to the table:

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Electrical, Avionics, Aerospace, Aeronautical and Manufacturing Engineering) or higher degree in engineering

  • 5+ years of experience in Aerospace industry, including design, integration, and/or certification or equivalent combination of additional education and relevant experience

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

  • Experience: You can demonstrate experience with aircraft interior (Cabin, Cargo, and Cabin System) design/modification programs as a technical workforce manager with a high level of attention to detail. Experience working with multinational teams is preferred.

  • Knowledge:You have good knowledge of Boeing products, commercial aircraft certification processes and regulations.

  • Problem Solving:You can develop solutions to a variety of problems of moderate scope and complexity. You can also refer to policies, procedures, and practices for guidance.

  • Tools:You can demonstrate expertise with navigating Microsoft suite of products

  • Personality:You are a principled, reliable professional who values integrity, safety and accountability, always striving for the highest standards of quality and ethical conduct. Inclusive and collaborative by nature, you communicate transparently, respect diverse perspectives and take ownership to drive results the right way.

  • Flexibility:You are comfortable with a variable work statement. Our Stakeholders are located around the globe; this can require you to be flexible to support meetings to cover different time zones.

Conflict of Interest:

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

You´ll be part of a small, cross-functional team empowered to move fast, experiment freely, and build ambitious solutions – all while benefiting from the infrastructure, network and mentorship available within a mature enterprise.

If you're ready to tackle exciting challenges in aviation and contribute to a team that relentlessly pursues excellence, apply online now and help us shape the future of air travel—where possibilities are engineered!


Applications for this position will be accepted until Feb. 15, 2026


Export Control Requirements:

This is not an Export Control position.

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

Not a Shift Worker (Germany)


Equal Opportunity Employer:

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not accept unlawful discrimination in our recruitment or employment practices on any grounds including but not limited to; race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military and veteran status, or other characteristics covered by applicable law.

We have teams in more than 65 countries, and each person plays a role in helping us become one of the world’s most innovative, diverse and inclusive companies. We are proud members of the Valuable 500 and welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to share with our recruitment team any accommodations required during the recruitment process. Accommodations may include but are not limited to: conducting interviews in accessible locations that accommodate mobility needs, encouraging candidates to bring and use any existing assistive technology such as screen readers and offering flexible interview formats such as virtual or phone interviews.

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Your Benefits

No matter where you are in life, our benefits help prepare you for the present and the future.

  • Competitive base pay and incentive programs.
  • Industry-leading tuition assistance program pays your institution directly.
  • Resources and opportunities to grow your career.
  • Up to $10,000 match when you support your favorite nonprofit organizations.
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