Low Observable Engineering Manager Featured

Job Description

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Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) Phantom Works is seeking a Low Observable (LO) Engineering Manager to join our team in Berkeley, MO.

Phantom Works is Boeing Defense’s advanced design division that is responsible for designing, building, and testing the future capabilities for our Nation’s defense. The Phantom Works’ portfolio has grown significantly over the past few years, and we need to grow our team to solve some of the toughest challenges.  This position is part of the Phantom Works Fixed Wing Prototype & Test organization supporting multiple proprietary programs.

As the LO engineering manager, you will report to the program’s Survivability senior manager and help lead multi-disciplined configuration design maturation and trade studies, LO integrated system design, integration, and test validation.  You will be responsible for managing the staffing, budgets and work scope associated with the identification and management of LO related activities.  The successful candidate will oversee a team of highly skilled engineers, coordinate across multi-disciplined engineering IPTs, work with manufacturing to design and build test articles and oversee RCS range testing. This is a phenomenal opportunity to lead and develop the future of aviation in St. Louis.

This is a great opportunity to work new designs and integration of stealth materials and technologies as part of an integrated product team. The LO engineering manager will apply knowledge of electromagnetic theory & principles to develop new and innovative stealthy systems and components for next generation platforms. This job requires both hands-on and deskwork. 

This position is expected to be 100% onsite.

Travel may be required up to 10% of the time; Domestically depending on business needs.

Position Responsibilities:

• Provides engineering oversight of technical approaches, products, and processes.

• Manages program schedules, budgets and personnel

• Supports the program’s Survivability Senior Manager

• Manages, develops, and motivates employees.

This position requires an active U.S. Top Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active)

Special Program Access or other Government Access Requirements are mandatory for this position.

Basic/Required Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field (engineering, mathematics, physics, etc)

• Understanding of Low Observables principles

• 8+ years of experience in an advanced engineering role(s)

• Strong project management skills

• 5+ years of experience in a SAP environment

• 5+ years of experience leading a team of high performing engineers and scientists

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• 10+ years of experience in low observables, radio frequency or infrared system design, and/or survivability technology development

• Advanced Degree in Engineering, Mathematics, or Physics

• LO Development Experience (design, modeling, testing, etc)

• Familiarity with EVM and CAM processes and responsibilities.

Relocation

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

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 policies.

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. 

Typical summary pay range: $137,700- $186,300

Applications for this position will be accepted until Aug. 18, 2025

Export Control Requirements: This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.
Export Control Details: US based job, US Person required

Education

Bachelors Degree or Equivalent Required

Relocation

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Security Clearance

This position requires an active U.S. Top Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active)

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.