Senior Production Program Manager - E-7

About the role

The Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS) division is seeking a Senior Production Program Manager (Level M) for a 12-18 month assignment in the United Kingdom for an International Temporary Assignment (ITA). The role involves leading the production build of two United States Air Force (AF) E-7 rapid prototype aircraft.

Responsibilities

• Program Leadership: Lead and manage USAF E-7 modification programs, ensuring alignment with production performance goals.
• Driving Performance: Actively drive production performance to ensure alignment with cost and schedule targets, implementing corrective actions as necessary.
• Customer Engagement: Support executive-level customer engagements, providing updates on program status and addressing customer questions.
• Operational Excellence: Drive operational excellence across all program facets, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Interface with Leadership: Serve as the primary interface with the E-7 program leadership team regarding production program activity and performance to plan.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Provide leadership across BDUK (Boeing Defense UK), BDA (Boeing Defense Australia), BDS (Boeing Defense Systems), and the 3rd party modification supplier to ensure cohesive program execution.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in a leadership role (team leader, temp manager, large scale cross-functional project/program management, or formal manager experience).
• 1+ year of experience in a customer facing role engaging with internal and/or external customers.
• Experience working within a fast-paced team environment which required strong communication skills to frequently interact with program leadership, internal and external customer representatives, and development teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher preferred.

Skills

Strong communication and organizational skills are critical to success in this position, along with the ability to build strong relationships, collaborate in a cross-functional environment, and utilize problem-solving skills to proactively identify and manage risks and opportunities.

Benefits

No specific details provided for benefits.

Pay

Based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Schedule

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.