Flight Engineering Manager
Listed on 2026-07-22
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Engineering
Aerospace / Aviation / Avionics, Operations Management, Systems Engineer, Mechanical Engineer
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Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) is hiring a Flight Engineering Manager in Huntsville, AL, Kennedy Space Center, FL or New Orleans, LA
. The Rocket Propulsion Team on the Space Launch System (SLS) program analyzes, designs, develops, tests, integrates, and operates the various propulsion subsystems on the different stages of the SLS.
The ideal candidate will excel in both the engineering technical acumen/excellence required for this role while being an engaging and motivating people leader.
Position Responsibilities- Manage employees performing engineering and technical activities in the areas of Flight Engineering
- Develop and execute project and process plans, implement policies and procedures, and set operational goals
- Acquire resources for projects and processes, provides technical management of suppliers, and leads process improvements
- Develop and maintain relationships and partnerships with customers, stakeholders, peers, partners, and direct reports
- Provide oversight and approval of technical approaches, products, and processes
- Manage / Oversee project / program cost accounts
- Prioritize the development and career growth of his/her employees and team
- Inspire and empower your team through collaboration, communication, and caring
- Building and nurturing an inclusive culture by seeking out different perspectives, speaking up with ideas or concerns, and actively listening to teammates and stakeholders
- Ensure a psychologically safe work environment where employees can freely and proactively raise safety, quality, and schedule concerns as soon as they are known
This 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.
This position requires the ability to obtain access to a National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) facility.
Basic Qualifications- Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science
- 5+ years of experience overseeing rocket propulsion design development
- 10+ years of engineering experience
- Basic office software applications
- Bachelor of Science Degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and/or Astrodynamics Engineering
- Master of Science Degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Astrodynamics Engineering, and/or Engineering Management
- Previous experience leading an engineering/analysis team
- Previous experience performing propulsion system analysis
- Ability to effectively communicate at all levels of management, customers, and partners, verbal and written
- Previous management experience
- Ability to build a safe environment of inclusion, transparency, and trust
- Leadership skills to lead and influence positive outcomes
- Previous experience in leading, mentoring, and engaging individuals and teams
- Experience providing active mentorship and career guidance
- Can up-level existing team by hiring high performance talent, growing leaders and helping underperforming members
- Ability to gain teammates trust and provide guidance for their careers
Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.
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