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Quality Engineering and Program Manager - Phantom Works

Kent, Washington; El Segundo, California; Huntington Beach, California Job ID JR2026502306 Category Quality Role Type Onsite Post Date Apr. 09, 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 and Security (BDS) has an exciting opportunity for a Quality Engineering and Program Manager to join the Phantom Works Quality team!

This position will report directly to the Senior Quality Program Manager of Phantom Works Quality and be responsible for the PW Space and PW Mobility, Surveillance & Bombers (MS&B) Quality Organization and can be located in either Kent, WA or Southern California region.

The ideal candidate should have experience executing quality statement of work, effectively communicate with internal stakeholders and external customers. 

 Position Responsibilities:

  • Manages employees performing quality engineering and technical activities on or in support of programs through all phases of the product lifecycle.

  • Develops and executes business plans, policies, procedures and strategies to maintain and improve organizational and quality system performance.

  • Develops quality strategies and plans in support of new business acquisition and execution of program/business plans. Provides education and coaching on the Quality System.

  • Acquires and manages resources, provides quality technical management and leads performance improvements.

  • Manages employees that develop and maintain quality processes and systems in support of effective and efficient quality system.

  • Develops and administers directives, policies, processes and procedures activities to assure program/contract, company, customer/government, regulatory requirements, international standards, and working agreements are deployed.

  • Develops and maintains relationships and partnerships with customers, stakeholders, peers, partners and direct reports.

  • Oversees review of technical information to ensure quality and producibility.

  • Manages, develops and motivates employees.

Boeing First-Line Leader Assessment: To be considered for this position you will be required to complete an assessment as part of the selection process. Failure to complete the assessment will remove you from consideration.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

  • Candidates must have at least one year of experience in a leadership role (team leader, temp manager, large scale cross functional project/program management, or formal manager experience) OR completion of the Boeing internal course “Exploring Leadership.”

  • More than 5 years of experience in root cause analysis and corrective action

  • More than 5 years of experience in the application of AS9100

  • Experience interfacing with the Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA)

  • Experience providing briefings to senior and/or executive level management

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

•   Six sigma education and application

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.

Travel:

This position requires travel up to 25% of the time

Shift:

This role will be on 1st shift

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.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary pay range: $131,750 - $178,250


Applications for this position will be accepted until Apr. 21, 2026


Education

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Required

Relocation

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

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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