Job Description
At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.
Boeing Commercial Airplanes (BCA) is looking for a Senior Manufacturing Manager (Level L) to support the Skin & Spar Manufacturing Business Unit (MBU) team onsite in Auburn and Puyallup, Washington. This role will primarily be based out of Auburn, Washington and require frequent travel to Puyallup, Washington.
This Senior Manager will lead team members and will be responsible for the People, Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost & Innovation performance while delivering product to our internal Boeing Programs. In this role, there will be regular interaction with the cross-functional production support team, operations, executive leadership, and regulatory agencies. This position requires strong leadership and people skills, the ability to problem solve, proactively identify issues, and develop and communicate action plans.
Position Responsibilities:
Manages employees and first-level managers performing activities within multiple manufacturing disciplines
Develops and executes integrated departmental plans, policies and procedures and provides input on departmental business and technical strategies, goals and objectives
Acquires resources for department activities, 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 and first-level managers
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):
5+ years of experience working in an aerospace, fabrication, or manufacturing environment
5+ years of experience leading teams and direct reports
5+ years advising and influencing managers or non-managers to meet schedules or resolve technical or operational problems
5+ years of experience using lean manufacturing and/or continuous improvement practices and tools in the workplace
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
Bachelor's degree or higher
3+ years of experience mentoring, coaching, guiding and leading teams
3+ years of experience leading and influencing cross-functional teams
3+ years of experience leading, managing, or implementing Lean initiatives
3+ years of experience leading or managing Corrective Actions or Root Cause Analysis
3+ years of experience effectively communicating with employees, peers and senior leadership
Experience in building a culture of safety and quality
Drug Free Workplace:
Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace (DFW) 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.
Shift:
This role is primarily first shift; however, there may be additional shift requirements to support program objectives. Supporting weekends and overtime according to business needs will be required.
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 a number of 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: $141,300 - $181,000
Applications for this position will be accepted until Oct. 29, 2025
Export Control Requirements: This is not an Export Control position.
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.
