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First-Line Manufacturing Manager (Fabrication)

Mesa, Arizona Job ID JR2025454457 Category Security Clearance Post Date May. 11, 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 Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) organization is seeking a First-Line Manufacturing Manager to join the Air Dominance Operations team in the Advanced Composite Fabrication Center (ACFC) located in Mesa, AZ. 

This position will require strong teamwork and communication skills to effectively work with the build team to support various proprietary programs. Ideal candidates will possess strong leadership skills and the ability to adapt to a fast-paced manufacturing environment. 

This position is expected to be 100% onsite.  The selected candidate will be required to work onsite in Mesa, AZ. 

Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following: 

  • Leads a diverse team of mechanics responsible for fabrication of various products and processes.  

  • Manage employees performing activities in multiple manufacturing disciplines, in multiple facilities/locations.

  • Develops and executes business plans, policies and procedures and develops organizational and technical strategies.

  • Acquires resources, provides technical management of suppliers and leads process improvements.

  • Provides oversight and approval of technical approaches, processes and products.

  • Leads, develops and motivates employees.

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

  • Promote employee engagement and build an organizational culture that fosters safety and quality performance, improves employee satisfaction and retains and develops a skilled and motivated workforce.

  • Forecasts resource needs, obtains and manages personnel, facilities, equipment, training and tools to meet operating requirements.

Security Clearance and Export Control Requirements:

This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship.  A final U.S. Secret Clearance Pre-Start is required.

This position requires ability to obtain program access, for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship only.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)

  • Bachelor’s Degree or higher

  • Ability to work 2nd Shift  

  • 3+ years of experience in a leadership role leading diverse teams, initiatives, or projects to meet business objectives and influence change

  • 3+ years of experience in manufacturing, fabrication, or assembly processes and procedures.

  • 3+ years of experience in lean processes, initiatives and/or process improvement.

  • 3+ years manufacturing experience driving improvements across safety, quality, delivery, cost, innovation and people on production and development programs

  • Experience using excellent verbal and written communication skills with leadership and colleagues in an operations environment.


Preferred Qualifications:

  • Active Secret Security Clearance

  • Experience with Advanced Composite Fabrication

  • Experience directly supporting a proprietary program

  • Knowledge working with Earned Value Management (EVM) principles and practices

Relocation:

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Work Shift:

This position will be for 2nd shift.

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.

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 several programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.  

Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only.  Salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. 

Summary pay range:

$96,900 to $131,100

Applicants must apply before May 27th, 2025, to be considered for this position


Applications for this position will be accepted until May. 27, 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

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Security Clearance

This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. A final U.S. Secret Clearance Pre-Start is required.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

This position is for 2nd 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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