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Tactical Aircraft Supply Chain Spares Engineering Manager

Hazelwood, Missouri Job ID JR2025476798 Category Engineering Leadership Role Type Onsite Post Date Oct. 08, 2025 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.

The Tactical Aircraft (TACAIR) Spares Engineering Manager will be responsible for leading a multi-disciplined engineering team within the BGS Support & Specialty Supply Chain Engineering organization. Current aircraft / program support includes F/A-18, F-15, AV-8B, T-45, A-10, MQ-25, & C-17.  This position will report to the Defense Supply Chain Spares Engineering & Provisioning Senior Manager and will be based in St. Louis, Missouri, with teammates and direct reports located at other Boeing / depot sites. 

Position will manage engineers in variety of post-production engineering disciplines responsible for accurate (executable) technical data and tools required to manufacture / produce military aircraft spare parts and assemblies.  Position/team enables Program Management and our internal / external Supply Chain in support of customer spare part requirements. 

Spares Engineering is preparing for significant growth over the next 5 years and the successful candidate will help shape the organization and empower the team to implement innovative solutions.

Position Responsibilities:

  • Technical execute-ability of Performance Based Logistics (PBL) spare part requirements during proposal development and execution of orders/contract
  • Technical execute-ability of Defense and International customer transactional spare part requirements
  • Manage and direct the engineering support to Program Management and Supply Chain for multiple Performance Based Logistics contracts
  • Prioritize and dissect customer directed requests through internal and external collaboration
  • Support the execution of the team’s statement of work by removing barriers that are impacting the completion of tasks or the delivery of parts
  • Develop and execute spares engineering project and process plans
  • Implement policies and procedures
  • Provide technical oversight
  • Establish operational goals and related metrics
  • Work cross-functionally to coordinate with the Program, Production & BGS Reachback Engineering, Supplier Management, Supply Chain Management, Quality and Finance to address obsolescence and diminishing manufacturing supply (DMS) issues
  • Apply lessons learned and proactively manage risks
  • Inform management and team by communicating/presenting daily status, metrics, progress to plan and listening to employee concerns and suggestions
  • Communicate policies and directives to enhance employee awareness of expectations
  • Develop a robust pipeline of engineers across multiple disciplines and all experience ranges
  • Support critical program staffing and redeployment activities, and identification of strategic skills
  • Develop and execute a robust training and development plans
  • Develop employee engagement activities to motivate and engage the workforce.
  • Perform in a fast-paced, diverse work environment
  • Work in a cross-functional work environment including engineering, manufacturing/operations, quality, product support, finance, business development and program management.
  • Work independently and collaboratively in an investigative role where detailed processes and procedures may not be specified.
  • Identify areas where process improvement is needed and have the ability to work with a diverse team to implement effective solutions and support viable action-oriented recommendations.
  • Work at senior levels of the business and have strong business acumen.
  • Develop and maintain relationships and partnerships with customers, stakeholders, peers, partners and direct reports, while achieving goals for cost, schedule, productivity, quality and customer satisfaction.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

  • Bachelor of Science (or greater) from an accredited course of study, in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics, or chemistry or other technical degree
  • 5+ years of experience working in an Engineering environment
  • Experience in Aerospace Engineering
  • Experience supporting Military/Defense customers
  • Experience working with production and/or post-production engineering processes and procedures

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

  • Written and verbal communication skills, and must be able to effectively communicate with Senior Leadership
  • Experience with engineering in a post-production environment
  • Experience in aircraft manufacturing working with assembly processes and procedures
  • Experience in project management for both small and large projects
  • Proficient in navigating Boeing Engineering systems and translating technical requirements into actionable tasks
  • Experience as a CAM (cost account manager) in EVM (earned value management)
  • Experience leading or contributing to engineering change proposals for government contracts
  • Experience in leadership either formally or informally leading teams

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.

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.

Summary pay range: $129,200 – $174,800


Applications for this position will be accepted until Oct. 20, 2025


Export Control Requirements: This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, 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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