Job Description
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Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS) has an exciting opportunity for a Harpoon Launch Systems Program Manager (Level K) to join the Harpoon Coastal Defense System (HCDS) Program Management team in Saint Charles, MO !
This position will provide the leadership for the Launch Systems program team responsible for completing production programs and will have broad leadership authority and RAA to perform Program Manager (PM) responsibilities. The program manager has overall responsibility for technical, cost and schedule performance to plan. Skills required for this position include an understanding of and ability to manage a production program and launch systems deliveries, and strong customer and supplier engagement. This leadership role supports a critical program for the US Navy.
Position Responsibilities:
Develop and manage project plans and deliverables, direct all project phases and act as primary contact to internal and external stakeholders.
Coordinate across Boeing functions (finance, contracts, quality, engineering, supply chain) to obtain the necessary resources to support program execution
Support Program Management Reviews with customers
Work with the program team to identify and mitigate program risks (Boeing and suppliers) and develop program opportunities
Develop a strategy for follow-on efforts with a wide range of customers
This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at St. Charles, MO.
This position requires an active U.S. Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active)
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):
5+ years performing in a leadership role
Experience leading projects that require integration across business units and/or multiple functions
Experience managing/supporting suppliers (i.e. analyzing cost and schedule, managing baselines)
Strong communication, problem solving and analytical skills
Experience in preparing and presenting executive level briefings
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
Bachelor's Degree or higher
Experience working with external customers and the various internal functions such as engineering, supplier management, finance, contracts, production operations and quality
Experience in senior level customer interaction and engagement, defining customer strategies and developing capability roadmaps through a thorough understanding of funding and acquisition requirements and fielding needs.
Experience in program management best practices (PMBP)
Conflict of interest:
Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.
Travel: Some travel may be required up to 10% of the time.
Shift: 1st Shift
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.
Total Rewards & Pay Transparency:
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.
The 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.
Summary pay range: $136,000 - $184,000
Applications for this position will be accepted until Mar. 19, 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.
Security Clearance
This position requires an active U.S. 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.
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.
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.
