T-7A Structures Engineering Manager

Job Description

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Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) is seeking a Mechanical and Structural Engineering Manager to lead the T-7A Structures Engineering team in Berkeley, MO.

 The manager will lead development of new capability through non‑recurring Engineering (NRE), and support production and the customer fleet through sustaining Engineering. This position reports to the Air Vehicle Senior Manager on the T‑7A Program in the Air Dominance division of Boeing Defense Systems.

Position Responsibilities:

• Lead, manage and develop Engineering staff performing Structural Design and Structural Strength Engineering activities
• Provide technical leadership, approve technical approaches, and set Engineering standards and processes for the Structures team
• Drive process improvements and Engineering best practices (requirements flow‑down, design reviews, verification & validation)
• Establish staffing plans; partner with other Engineering managers and program managers to execute recruiting, onboarding and workforce forecasting. Manage team size and budget
• Identify training needs and enable professional development opportunities (technical training, certifications, leadership development)
• Execute project plans, support schedule, cost and risk management; collaborate with program management on earned value and program performance
• Lead and support design reviews, analysis, simulation, component/system testing, and supplier deliverable reviews to ensure compliance with customer and regulatory requirements
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective action for Engineering errors and producibility challenges to support internal and external production
• Support troubleshooting and resolution of operational anomalies and sustainment actions for the fielded fleet
• Support Developmental Test & Evaluation (DT&E) at Edwards Air Force Base and Initial Operational Test & Evaluation (IOT&E) at Randolph AFB, and other test ranges as required; occasional travel to test sites is expected
• Establish and maintain relationships with customers, stakeholders, suppliers, and cross‑functional teams (Subsystems, Systems Integration, Manufacturing, Quality, Certification)
• Ensure compliance with program policies, safety, and security procedures

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (with a focus on Mechanical, Civil, Aerospace Aeronautical or Material Sciences)
• Travel to flight test sites and supplier/partner locations is required; typical travel is up to 10%.
• Minimum 5+ years of Engineering experience.
• Minimum 3+ years of experience in structural Engineering or aircraft systems
• Demonstrated experience leading technical teams and delivering Engineering products to schedule
• This position requires the ability to obtain a US Security Clearance for which the US Government requires US Citizenship as a condition of employment. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• 10+ years of full‑time aerospace industry experience within structural Engineering, mechanical systems, or aircraft subsystems
• 1+ years of formal management experience leading Engineering teams
• Experience with Project Management, Earned Value Management (EVM), and program financial metrics
• Experience with aircraft certification processes (FAA, MIL‑STD, DoD certification requirements)
• Demonstrated experience supporting DT&E and IOT&E and working at flight test ranges (Edwards AFB, Randolph AFB)
• Proficiency with analysis and design tools (FEA: Nastran/ANSYS/HyperWorks; CAD: CATIA or NX; MATLAB/Simulink; systems Engineering tools)
• Familiarity with structural loads, stress analysis, fatigue/durability, fracture mechanics, and subsystems integration
• Experience with supplier management, producibility assessments, and corrective action processes
• Strong talent development, recruitment, and staffing forecasting experience
• Active or prior U.S. security clearance preferred

Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.

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.

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.

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. 

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. 

Summary pay range: $137,700 - $186,300

Applications for this position will be accepted until Feb. 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.

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.

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.