Design Engineering Manager (Airplane Systems)

Job Description

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Boeing Commercial Airplanes (BCA) is seeking an Airplane Systems Design Engineering Manager (Level K) to join the 787 Systems Organization in North Charleston, SC.

The 787 Systems organization is responsible for a multitude of mechanical, electrical, electronic, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems that range from simple to highly complex and highly integrated.

As the Design Engineering Manager, you will develop and support these systems and their components in a sustaining production environment. Project examples include addressing design obsolescence, developing product improvements, optimizing design for production, and optimizing designs for reliability. To accomplish this, the Design Engineering manager works both internally and externally with a global network of partners and suppliers.

Position Responsibilities:

• Manages employees performing engineering and technical activities in the areas of Electronic and Electrical Engineering

• Develops and executes project and process plans, implements policies and procedures and sets operational goals

• Acquires resources for projects and processes, provides technical management of suppliers and leads process improvements

• Develops and maintains relationships and partnerships with customers, stakeholders, peers, partners and direct reports

• Provides oversight and approval of technical approaches, products and processes

• Manages, develops and motivates employees

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (with a focus in Electrical, Mechanical or Aeronautical), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement

• 5+ years of experience in the Aerospace industry

• 2+ years of experience leading cross-functional teams

• 2+ years of experience leading and/or managing complex projects

• 2+ years of experience or familiarity with aircraft design and airplane systems

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• 5+ years of experience leading teams in a formal or informal leadership role

• 5+ years of experience working with aircraft systems

• Experience supporting commercial aircraft production systems

• Experience managing external supplier partnerships

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.

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 several 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

Applications for this position will be accepted until Feb. 11, 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.