Job Description
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Boeing Engineering Test & Evaluation (BT&E) is seeking a Flight Test Engineering (FTE) Manager to join the Boeing Test & Evaluation organization in Seattle, WA , supporting all Boeing Commercial Airplane Programs (BCA).
The FTE management team leads a dynamic organization in performing developmental and certification flight testing of Boeing commercial aircraft. Testing is conducted primarily out of Boeing Field in Seattle, as well as occasional remote testing at a variety of domestic and international sites. In this position, you will manage flight test engineering teams and projects, partner with program and functional leaders, demonstrate strong organizational and communication skills, and utilize your effective problem-solving abilities to support our test programs.
Position Responsibilities:
Provide oversight of engineering employees responsible for test planning, definition and authorization of airplane configuration changes, test planning, test conduct and test data analysis in support of airplane development and sustaining flight test programs
Provide leadership in the areas of test program development and integration, scheduling and execution, trade studies and departmental processes/policies
Assess and lead resolution of issues impacting test program progress, including root cause corrective action to prevent recurrence
Utilize operational skills to raise team performance and meet cost, schedule and quality commitments
Develop and maintain budgets, schedules, earned value metrics and performance measures
Build relationships and partnerships with customers, peers, suppliers, direct reports and other stakeholders
Manage, develop and motivate employees
Occasional travel is required to support remote testing for up to 4-6 weeks at a time
?Boeing First-Line Leader Assessment: To be considered for this position, you will be required to complete an assessment as part of the selection process. Failure to complete the assessment will remove you from consideration.
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):
Candidates must have at least one year of experience in a leadership role (team leader, temp manager, large scale cross functional project/program management, or formal manager experience) OR completion of the Boeing internal course "Exploring Leadership
The position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a "US Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 is required. "US Person" includes US Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee
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
5+ years of experience in an engineering related role
3+ years of experience working in a lab test, flight test, or similar test environment
Willing to travel domestically and internationally as needed
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in Aerospace, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering preferred
3+ years of experience of collaborative leadership and teaming with internal and external stakeholders
3+ years of experience leading or managing large or complex teams of managers and/or non-management employees
Flight test program experience and technical domain knowledge
Ability to communicate effectively at multiple levels
Strategic planning experience and ability to assess and improve organizational health to create a culture of high performance
Experience in project management and the ability to work on several projects simultaneously, including experience collecting, interpreting data, and managing high level projects
Experience with large, transport category aircraft test programs
Passion and experience in employee training and development
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.
Conflict of Interest:
Successful candidate for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.
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: $136,850 - $185,150
Applications for this position will be accepted until Apr. 18, 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
Education
Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Required
Relocation
This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.
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.
