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Network Architecture and Design Senior Manager

Seattle, Washington; Chicago, Illinois; Seal Beach, California; Huntington Beach, California; Miami, Florida; Berkeley, Missouri; Arlington, Virginia; Ridley Park, Pennsylvania; North Charleston, South Carolina Job ID JR2026497592 Category Information Technology Role Type Hybrid Post Date Mar. 04, 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.

The Boeing Company is looking for a highly experienced Network Architecture and Design Senior Manager to join the Network Infrastructure Services & Data Centers (NIS & DC) team in either Seattle, WA; Arlington, VA; Berkeley, MO; Chicago, IL; Huntington Beach, CA; Miami, FL; North Charleston, SC; Ridley Park, PA; or Seal Beach, CA.

Manages and integrates employee and first-level manager activities across Information Technologies including infrastructure design and administration, application analysis and design, information management, architecture, computing security, computing project support and/or process analysis. Develops and executes integrated departmental plans, policies and procedures and provides input on departmental business and technical strategies, goals, objectives. Acquires resources for department activities, provides technical management of suppliers and leads process improvements. Develops and maintains relationships and partnerships with customers, stakeholders, peers, partners and direct reports. Provides oversight and approval of technical approaches, products and processes. Manages and provides developmental opportunities for employees and first-level managers.

The selected candidate will oversee architecture, design, implementation and maintenance of the organization’s network, Information Technology (IT) infrastructure and security measures. This role requires managing a team of network engineers and security analyst ensuring network optimization, performance, reliability, and security across all environments (LAN, WAN, wireless, cloud, data centers, and enterprise IT assets). It is essential for this management position to foster a culture of Process, Technical and Operational Excellence and a commitment to 5 nines reliability, along with Quality Assurance to ensure deployments meet the highest standards. You will collaborate closely with peers, Senior Managers and the Executive Director of Network Infrastructure Services & Data Centers to achieve these goals through program development, process excellence, and analytic measures designed to proactively resolve issues and drive continual service improvements.

We are looking for a visionary leader with bold thinking and exceptional leadership skills to drive our newly formed team, ensuring superlative experience for all internal customers.

If you want to leverage innovative technologies, tackle complex challenges, and make a significant impact in a fast-paced environment, we invite you to apply. Join us in our mission to enhance and advance global network operations at Boeing and help shape the future of connectivity.

Position Responsibilities:

  • Oversee daily operations of the Network Architecture and Design teams, ensuring that the network architectural standards and structures are strictly followed & implemented by every step of the design processes
  • Develop, document, implement and maintain the network architectural standards that enable design and automation practices to function with a high degree of quality and efficiency
  • Deliver highly reliable, repeatable patterns for local area networks (LAN), wireless (WLAN), wide area networks (WAN), cloud and the security measures required to protect from all manner of cyber threats
  • Analyze network performance, planning for future capacity needs, and making recommendations for upgrades and improvements to ensure optimal performance and scalability for the enterprise network
  • Work with other IT professionals, such as network designers, system administrators, and security specialists, and leading teams to ensure the effective implementation and maintenance of network solutions
  • Work collaboratively across all sectors of the IT organization and business organizations to achieve “silent” operations and superlative productivity for the company
  • Lead and mentor a team of network engineers and security analysts, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of network designs, configurations, procedures, and related information
  • Keep abreast of industry trends, technological advancements, and best practices in networking and security, evaluating and integrating new technologies as appropriate
  • Manage budget and resources effectively
  • Participate in network audits and assessments remediating any findings through documented, process driven responses

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

  • 10+ years of experience with network design, architecture, protocols, security, and/or operations for effective network management and implementation
  • 10+ years of experience with Cisco and/or Arista networking, load balancing, firewalls, and/or related technologies for network solutions
  • 5+ years of experience in managing and/or leading network or security design and architecture

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

  • Bachelor’s degree or higher
  • Experience driving a culture of can-do attitude and innovation
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and be able to build and maintain strong working relationships
  • Experience in intelligence requirements, GSOC operations and/or security and fire protection activity is desirable
  • Knowledge of non-US locations and culture is desirable

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. 

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.

Pay Transparency & 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.

Salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.  

Summary Pay Range: $161,500 – $233,450


Applications for this position will be accepted until Mar. 11, 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

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

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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