Business Operations Leader​/Chief of Staff – Senior Manager

Business Operations Leader/Chief of Staff – Senior Manager Company:

The Boeing Company Information Digital Technology and Security (IDT&S) is currently seeking a Business Operations Leader/Chief of Staff – Senior Manager to join the team in either Arlington, VA;
Berkeley, MO;
Hazelwood, MO;
North Charleston, SC;
Plano, TX;
Ridley Park, PA or Seattle, WA to support the Chief Enterprise AI & Data Officer.

This role sits at the center of the Enterprise AI and Data organization supporting a 500 person team. Playing a critical part in advancing our North Star strategic ambitions, as Chief of Staff to the Chief AI and Data Officer, you will be a trusted thought partner and force multiplier—turning strategy into action by shaping priorities across global data strategy, analytics platforms and enterprise artificial intelligence capabilities, and driving the CIO’s agenda with clarity and momentum.

You will manage the operating rhythm, prepare executive and board-level communications, anticipate risks before they arise, and act as a proxy when  this role, you’ll gain unparalleled exposure to enterprise-scale decision-making, influence outcomes that matter globally, and accelerate your growth as a senior technology leader. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in complexity, values trust and discretion, and wants a front-row seat to how large, mission-critical technology organizations execute on their strategic vision.

This is a high-visibility, career-defining role that strengthens the Enterprise AI and Data office and accelerates senior leader development. The selected candidate will provide immediate operational leverage to the CEAI&D Officer while gaining enterprise exposure, executive mentorship, and hands-on experience turning strategy into measurable outcomes that advance our North Star strategic ambitions.

Position Responsibilities:

Serve as the CEAI&D Officer’s trusted advisor to synthesize issues, surface options, and recommend decision-grade actions

Manage the CEAI&D Officer’s cadence (meetings, prep, readouts) and triage incoming requests to protect executive time Translate strategy into execution by creating plans with owners, milestones, and measurable outcomes aligned to strategic goals

Prepare the CEAI&D Officer’s communications including memos, talking points, and presentations

Coordinate across the CEAI&D Officer’s leadership team to build alignment, remove blockers, and track commitments to closure

Operate with discretion on sensitive matters

Lead a Business Operations (Bus Ops) team (e.g., portfolio management, operations, risk management) to support execution and continuity

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

Bachelor's degree or equivalent work or military experience
10+ years of experience in an Information Technology, Digital, or Engineering environment
10+ years of experience with program and/or portfolio delivery
10+ years of experience influencing and building strong relationships with stakeholders and senior leaders across functions
10+ years of experience managing metrics to drive data driven solutions/decisions

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):10+ years of experience as an executive-level chief of staff or Office of CIO
10+ years of experience in Program Management, Compliance, Risk Management and Finance
10+ years of experience with the Objectives and Key Results (OKR) goal-setting framework

Conflict Of Interest:

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…