Engineering Product Lifecycle Senior Manager

Engineering Product Lifecycle Senior Manager – The Boeing Company

Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS) is looking for an Engineering Product Lifecycle Senior Manager (Level L) to join our team in Huntington Beach or El Segundo, California. This role will manage Configuration and Data Management activities for Proprietary, Autonomous & Maritime Programs within the Space, Intelligence & Weapon Systems (SI&WS) Division, and serve as the SI&WS Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) Project Leader for the deployment of Integrated Product Data Management (IPDM) at the El Segundo site.

The position requires transformational leadership to drive continuous improvement in PLM processes and tools within a regulated engineering data environment, fostering cross‑boundary collaboration to ensure data quality, optimize tool performance, and support manufacturing, engineering, and customer commitments. The role is 100% onsite.

• Lead and manage a team responsible for supporting Proprietary, Autonomous & Maritime Programs SI&WS PLM Project leadership for the deployment of IPDM in El Segundo, collaborating with Program, IT, Enterprise PLM, and Siemens partners.
• Develop and implement organizational and technical strategies to enhance team, process, and tool performance.
• Provide education, coaching, and guidance on PLM processes and tools to internal teams and external partners.
• Collaborate with Enterprise PLM and IT teams to advocate for site and division needs.
• Manage relationships with internal and external suppliers, customers, and stakeholders.
• Oversee process documentation and ensure compliance with engineering data standards and export control regulations.
• Lead process improvement initiatives to minimize disruptions and enhance operational efficiency.
• Apply strong problem‑solving, data analysis, and evidence‑based decision‑making skills on a daily basis.

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or a non‑US equivalent qualification directly related to the work statement.
• 10+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 5+ years of managerial experience leading engineering teams.
• Experience with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) and Configuration Management systems, Change Management, and PLM Processes and Tools.
• Working knowledge of the U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and Sanctions Controls.
• Experience in a role that required teaming and collaboration skills, and ability to work well with a geographically dispersed cross‑functional and matrix team.
• Strong planning, communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience in applying continuous improvement tools and techniques.

• Experience with specific PLM tools such as Team Center/IPDM, NX, CATIA, Vis Mockup, REDARS, or similar.
• Familiarity with engineering data management and integration across multiple systems.
• Experience with business transformation coordination resulting from major process or system changes.
• Prior experience in the aerospace or defense industries.
• Experience in both Data and Product architecture with PLM tools.

• Pay range: $165,750 – $224,250 (based on experience and qualifications).
• Total Rewards package includes competitive base pay, variable compensation opportunities, health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance, and paid and unpaid time away from work.

• Location:
  
  Huntington Beach or El Segundo, California.
• Language:
  Not applicable.
• Relocation:
  Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.
• Export Control Requirement:
  Must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements; a “U.S. Person” is required.
• Security Clearance:
  Active U.S. Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship required). An active clearance in the past 24 months is considered active.
• Visa Sponsorship:
  Employer will not sponsor employment visas.
• Shift: Shift 1 (United States of America).

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.