Phantom Works Senior Engineering Manager
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 13, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 2, 2026.
Company:
The Boeing CompanyBoeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) is seeking a Senior Engineering Manager to join our innovative Phantom Works (PW) organization inBerkeley, MO.
We are looking for a dynamic, visionary leader to oversee the day-to-day activities of a combined Missions Systems and Software Engineering team. In this role, you will ensure the appropriate staffing and resources are in place to develop mission systems and software for technology development and transition into production applications.
You will be responsible for mentoring technical leads and team members, as well as coordinating with customers and key suppliers. This position involves developing and executing integrated plans, policies, and procedures, while contributing to business and technical strategies, goals, and objectives.
This role requires frequent interaction with managers and external representatives regarding projects, operational decisions, scheduling requirements, and contractual clarifications. You will also engage regularly with internal and external management, including senior-level stakeholders.
A cornerstone of Boeing’s success is our commitment to developing the next generation of engineering talent. In this role, you will help enhance our talent development program for incoming engineers, ensuring they gain the skills and knowledge needed to thrive in a rapidly evolving field. You will also support our recruiting and hiring efforts to help attract top-tier talent to Boeing.
Join us in this exciting opportunity to lead transformative projects and help develop the engineers of tomorrow at Boeing.
Position Responsibilities
As a leader in this role, you will be responsible for the following:
- Lead the design, development, testing, and delivery of Phantom Works mission systems and software for technology development and transition to production applications.
- Oversee all aspects of engineering technology design and integration, including mission systems and software development, to meet customer requirements with first-time quality, on schedule, and within budget.
- Drive technology and mission systems and software planning and execution across cost, schedule, and technical performance.
- Apply standard performance metrics, including implementation and reporting, to identify issues and proactively mitigate risks.
- Manage, develop, and retain technology and mission systems personnel.
- Ensure appropriate staffing levels, experience mix, and resource availability to meet current and forecasted program requirements.
- Proactively manage staffing needs, including clearances and emerging skill requirements, to support program execution.
- Provide updates on performance and progress to the PW Leadership Team, BDS PW Engineering, and the BDS PW Software Leader.
This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options
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This position requires an active U.S. Top-Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active)
- A finalTop Secret Clearance Pre-Start is required.
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (with a focus in Electrical, Mechanical or Aeronautical), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement.
- Level L (Senior): 5+ years of work-related experience with a Bachelor's or 3+ years of work-related experience with a Masters or PhD
- 5+ years of experience in project leadership roles
- 5+ years of experience in mission systems and software development and integration
- Ability to travel as needed, up to10% of the time
Preferred Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience working with Department of Defense customers
- 5+ years of experience with avionics integration and testing
- 5+ years of experience in proposal development
- 5+ years of people management experience
- 5+ years of experience collaborating across multiple programs and organizations
Conflict of Interest:
Successful candidates for this job must satisfy Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.
Typical Education/Experience:
Level L (Senior) Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering, computer science, engineering data science, mathematics, physics or chemistry (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 5 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience or non-US equivalent qualifications. In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard
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.
Shif t:
This position is for 1st shift.
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.
Boeing 401(k) helps you save for your future, with contributions from Boeing that can help you grow your retirement savings. Our best-in-class retirement benefit features:
- Best in class 401(k) plan: we'll match your contributions dollar for dollar, up to 10% of eligible pay with Immediate 100% vesting
- Student Loan Match: The Boeing 401(k) Student Loan Match allows eligible enrolled U.S. employees to have their qualified student loan debt payments counted, along with any match-eligible contributions they make, for purposes of determining the Company Match to employees' Boeing 401(k) accounts.
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.
Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only.
Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
Summary pay range:
Level (Senior): $170,000 - $230,000
Language Requirements:
Not ApplicableEducation:
Bachelor's Degree or EquivalentRelocation:
This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.Export Control Requirement:
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.Safety Sensitive:
This is not a Safety Sensitive Position.Security Clearance:
This position requires an active U.S. Top 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.Contingent Upon Award Program
This position is not contingent upon program awardShift:
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