
Experimental Flight Test Instrumentation and Data Systems Manager
Boeing • Mesa, Arizona, United States
Salary: $141,100 - $190,900 / year
Role & seniority: Experimental Flight Test I&DS Manager, senior engineering/technical leadership role within Boeing BT&E in Mesa, AZ.
Stack/tools: Flight test instrumentation systems; hardware/software development and integration; program management practices (Requirements Management, Earned Value Management, Risk/Issue/Opportunity); collaboration with enterprise I&DS teams.
Top 3 responsibilities
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Lead day-to-day flight test instrumentation operations and implement new hardware/software on Apache, Little Bird, and Chinook programs.
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Manage a diverse team, develop project/process plans, secure resources, and drive process improvements; approve technical approaches and products.
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Develop cost/schedule/proposal inputs, coach and assess staff, and partner with customers, suppliers, and other I&DS managers to harmonize processes/tools.
Must-have skills
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BS in Engineering, Computing, Math, or related field; 10+ years in flight test, flight operations, or system test.
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Experience as Cost Account Manager or in estimating; strong program management discipline and change adaptability.
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Proven leadership of technical teams and multi-project delivery; excellent written and verbal communication.
Nice-to-haves
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Instrumentation or design/build engineering experience on military/test programs.
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Experience with CAM, EVMS, Requirements/Risk/Opportunity management; strong stakeholder engagement.
Location & work type
- Mesa, AZ; 100% onsite require
Full Description
Experimental Flight Test Instrumentation and Data Systems Manager Company: The Boeing Company Boeing Test & Evaluation (BT&E) has an exciting opportunity to join the Experimental Flight Test Team in Mesa, AZ as the Experimental Flight Test Instrumentation and Data Systems (I&DS) Manager. The new BT&E Flight Test I&DS manager will be managing day-to-day instrumentation operations for flight test programs and implementing new hardware/software to support testing on the Apache, Little Bird, and Chinook platforms. Position Responsibilities: Manage a diverse team of engineers and technicians to develop and executes project and process plans, implement policies and procedures and set operational goals Acquire resources for projects and processes, provide technical management of suppliers and lead process improvements Develop and maintain relationships and partnerships with customers, stakeholders, peers, partners and direct reports Provide oversight and approval of technical approaches, products and processes Technical aspects: cost, schedule, and other programmatic aspects; and proposal support (including development of labor estimates) Develop and engage employees through: coaching; mentoring; and employee performance assessment, as well as identifying growth opportunities and assignments that best fit the needs of the individual and the company Skill and ability to: collect, organize, synthesize, and analyze information; summarize findings; develop conclusions and recommendations; and present the information to the team including senior leaders Partner with other I&DS managers across the enterprise to develop common processes, tools, software and hardware This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options. Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/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 with flight test instrumentation systems Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience) 10+ years of experience with flight test, flight operations, or system test Experience as a Cost Account Manager (CAM) or experience creating estimates Experience with Program Management Best Practices including: Requirements Management; Earned Value Management; and Risk/Issue/Opportunity Management Communication skills, organizational skills, and the ability to adapt to change Experience leading a technical team, and experience working on multiple projects simultaneously Experience as an Instrumentation or Design/Build Engineer on a military test program Drug Free Workplace: Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace (DFW) 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. Conflict of Interest: Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process. Shift: This position is primarily 1st shift; occasional alternate or extended shifts may be required to support test program objectives. Occasional travel is required for this position. 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: $141,100 - $190,900 Language Requirements: Not Applicable Education: Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Relocation: 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. 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