Senior Systems Engineering Manager

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Boeing's Space Mission Systems (SMS) Systems Engineering, Integration & Test (SEIT) Capability is seeking a Senior Systems Engineering Manager to be the SEIT Lead for the Prop S-A proprietary program in El Segundo, CA .  The successful candidate will be responsible for leading the SEIT IPT chartered to perform systems engineering in support of the design, development, integration, validation and verification for the Prop S-A program.  You will be a leader of a high-performance systems engineering team interacting with customers, suppliers, program management, integration and test engineers and senior technologists.

The ideal candidate will have a background in spacecraft development, integration and test as a systems engineering leader with cost, schedule and performance responsibilities.  You will need to be an open and inclusive leader partnering with other Boeing business functional areas, engineering capabilities, and program leadership.

Position Responsibilities:

• Leads the execution of the SEIT IPT across cost, schedule and performance using earned value management best practices.

• Manages employees performing engineering and technical activities in the area of Systems Engineering.

• Develops and executes integrated organizational plans, policies and procedures, and guides the development of business and technical strategies, goals, and objectives.

• Acquires resources for organizational 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.

• The ideal candidate will excel in both the engineering technical acumen/excellence required for this role while being an engaging and motivating people leader, including committing to:

• • Prioritizing the development and career growth of his/her employees and team.

  • Inspiring and empowering 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.

  • Ensuring a psychologically safe work environment where employees can freely and proactively raise safety, quality, and schedule concerns as soon as they are known.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Technology), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement

• 5+ years of experience leading or managing an engineering project or team

• Product development and systems engineering experience

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• 10+ years of experience leading or managing an engineering project or team

• Experience across the entire lifecycle of spacecraft system development

• Experience as an earned value Cost