Senior FA-18 Service Life Program Manager (Level L) at Boeing

Senior F/A-18 Service Life Program Manager (Level L)Company:The Boeing CompanyBoeing Defense Space & Security (BDS) has an exciting opportunity for a Senior F/A-18 Service Life Program Manager (Level L) to join our dynamic team in San Antonio Texas.The SLM Program leader will report directly to the SLM program manager and leads the management of SLM execution at all sites. This position will be an active member of the program leadership team requiring strong working relationships with senior management functional leaders on the program suppliers and customers. This positions responsibilities will also include planning for induction of Block III and 10K hour life extension aircraft into SLM; and the execution of the SLAP/SLEP IDIQ contracts.The SLM PM will be responsible for adapting the program structure and applying it to new site installations. The PM will be responsible for the Program Execution Plan and program baseline; this will require integration across new and existing SLM sites. This position will be an essential contributor in ensuring that SLM operates as one program multiple sites. Close working relationships will be required with the broader PM team and site leaders within the SLM program.Responsibilities will also include change management and the capturing and management of program Risks Issues and Opportunities and associated mitigation plans and capture opportunities. This position will be one of the most influential positions on the program in determining how the program will be executed. Successful candidates will possess a record of high performance with a diverse leadership background. A broad range of experience and skills will enable this candidate to succeed in this management position.Preference will be given to those candidates with experience on F/A-18 MRO programs and PM experience and interaction with the customer community (USN/DoD). Knowledge of Boeing processes demonstrated working relationships with internal partners and experience overseeing contracted program performance is highly valued. Applicable and appropriate educational/certification credentials from an accredited institution and/or equivalent experience is required.Position Responsibilities:This position requires full-time on-site presence in San Antonio TXFacilitates collaboration and teamwork across the SLM IPT through influence-based leadershipCoordinates transition of work from St. Louis to San Antonio including knowledge transfer backshop standup and relocation of materials and equipmentPartners with Operations to monitor and optimize aircraft performance in support of contractual and LRBP obligationsSupports and champions LEAN-based continuous improvement efforts to optimize program schedule supply and organizational cultureOversees the CFR lifecycle for multiple recurring SLM CFRs: tracks monthly burn rates enforces compliance with approved values and manages fund expiration to prevent lapsesMaintains and cultivates relationships with PMA265 Northrop Grumman and Fleet Readiness Center Southwest to support program execution objectivesProvides oversight for SLAP/SLEP IDIQ program execution with a focus on EA18G Growler SLM standup by CY29Coordinates biennial proposal cycles and contract negotiations to establish and renew twoyear SLM IDIQ periods of performanceOversees compliance with contractual reporting deliverablesEVM IMS aircraft material condition reports and forecasts site plans meeting minutes and other required submissions.Ensures monthly CAM reporting meet standards by reviewing VAR completion/ quality and confirming ETC updatesAssists with annual major EACs through input validation risk and opportunity verification and assessment of current and projected performance trendsServes in a leadership capacity for all internal and external programmatic meetings including Risk Issue & Opportunity (RIO) Management Change Control Boards (CCB) Business Performance Reviews (BPR) and Program Management Meetings (PMM)This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.This position is for 1st shift.This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship.Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):More than 3 years of experience in a leadership role leading teams or projects to successful completionExperience leveraging business acumen to effectively manage cost and schedulePrior experience in one or more of the following disciplines: Scheduling Supply Chain Finance Project Engineering Production Engineering Quality Project Management or Business OperationsAt least 1 year of hands-on experience applying Boeing Program Management Best Practices including areas such as program planning risk management schedule and cost control stakeholder engagement quality assurance or performance measurementPreferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):Experience collaborating with senior level/executive level managementAbility to brief executive and admiral-level leadershipExperience with proposal and negotiations processExperience in an external customer-facing roleBachelors Degree or higherTypical Education/Experience:Education/experience typically acquired through advanced education (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 10 or more years related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience (e.g. PhD Master8 years related work experience 14 years related work experience etc.)Relocation:This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility. (Note: Basic relocation will be offered for eligible internal candidates.)Travel:Position may require travel up to 25% of the time.Drug Free Workplace:Boeingis 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 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: $141000 - $174300Applications for this position will be accepted through December 16 2025.Language Requirements:Not ApplicableEducation:Not ApplicableRelocation:This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.Export Control Requirement: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.Safety Sensitive:This is not a Safety Sensitive 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. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.Visa Sponsorship:Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.Contingent Upon Award ProgramThis position is not contingent upon program awardShift:Shift 1 (United States of America)Stay safe from recruitment fraud! The only way to apply for a position at Boeing is via our Careers website. Learn how to protect yourself from recruitment fraud - Recruitment Fraud WarningBoeing 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.EEO is the lawBoeing EEO PolicyRequest an AccommodationApplicant PrivacyBoeing Participates in E VerifyE-Verify (English) E-Verify (Spanish) Right to Work Statement Right to Work(English) Right to Work(Spanish)Required Experience:Manager Key Skills Engineering Support,MAC,Hydraulic,General Services,Ado,Health Education Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Monthly Salary Salary: 141000 - 174300