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Production Engineering - Lead Project Engineer

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Job ID JR2026511756 Category Security Clearance Role Type Onsite Post Date Jun. 02, 2026 Security Clearance Required
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Job Description

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Boeing Defense Space & Security(BDS) is seeking a Lead Project Engineer for the Oklahoma City site.

The selected candidate will provide the Production Engineering team guidance and input through the evaluation of Key Performance Indicators, Command Media, and alignment through the development of Statement of Work (SoW) and Basis of Estimates (BoE) in support of new business requirements.

The Lead Project Engineer will respond to changes in SoW, assess business impacts, and negotiate proposed changes to determine modifications to the deliverables, resources, costs and schedules. He/She will lead project execution to complete the work statement while communicating risks and results and defining plans for risk mitigation and opportunity. 

The Lead Project Engineer will compare results against baseline plan to assess project performance, efficiencies, productivity while capturing lessons learned, and provide technical, business, and integration leadership for the development and execution of project or team plans. Works under minimal direction.

Position Responsibilities:

  • Act as the primary liaison with the Production Engineering team between the Program, other Engineering Capabilities, Operations, and program Integrated Product Teams (IPT) translating program goals into actionable project plans.

  • Coordinate cross-functional activities within Program and Engineering Leadership to ensure execution to plan in areas such as Enterprise Standard Gated Process (ESGP), Flight Test Mission Assurance Readiness Review (FTMARR), Internal Work Transfer (IWT), and Statement of Work (SOW).

  • Develop, maintain, and track project schedules, budgets, and resource allocations to ensure timely delivery of program milestones.

  • Identifies and maintains day-to-day oversight of cost, schedule, and performance metrics and reporting to leadership

  • Monitor project risks and issues, proactively identifying mitigation strategies and escalating as necessary.

  • Prepare and communicate regular status reports, briefings, and documentation to program leadership and stakeholders.

  • Support configuration management, change control processes, and compliance with Program requirements.

  • Facilitate communication and collaboration across technical and management teams to align project objectives.

  • Assist in the preparation and review of program documentation, including plans, proposals, and technical reports.

  • Maintains working-level customer and partner relationships

  • Coordinate plans for updates to PE command media, training plans, and innovative improvements.

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at Oklahoma City, OK.

Travel may be required up to 20% of the time - domestically and/or internationally depending on business needs.

This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim/Final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skill/Experience): 

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Technology), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement

  • Experience supporting cross-functional Engineering portfolios

  • 3 or more years of leading technical projects

  • Experience with providing technical solutions to complex problems through innovation and creativity

  • Proficient communication skills both written and verbal.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience): 

  • An Active Secret Security Clearance

  • Experience in creation and execution of Statement of Work (SoW) documentation

  • Project Management of projects including Engineering definition, Quality requirements, and execution of complex assemblies to specification and on-time delivery

  • Defining requirements for executable plans on technical projects.

Conflict of Interest:

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

Relocation:

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

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:

Lead Level: $127,500 – $172,500


Applications for this position will be accepted until Jun. 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

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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