Job Description
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Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS) is seeking an experienced Senior Production Program Manager (Level M) to oversee the production build of five aircraft (2 for the USAF and 3 for the UK) as part of the E-7 programs . The E-7 is a military variant of the Boeing 737 commercial derivative, designed for advanced surveillance and reconnaissance missions. This role is situated within the Mobility Surveillance and Bombers division and requires a strategic leader with a proven track record in manufacturing and production environments. The successful candidate will report to the Boeing E-7 Production Program Director and will play a key role in ensuring that production processes meet established cost, schedule, and quality targets. This role is for an ex-pat working in Birmingham, UK.
This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the success of Boeing’s E-7 programs, ensuring the delivery of high-quality products to our customers. If you meet the qualifications and are ready to take on this challenge, we encourage you to apply.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE):

Strategic Leadership: Strong experience in managing relationships with business leaders and executives, leading complex portfolio of engagements, enabling leaders to make data-driven decisions.
Program Management Experience: Experience in managing complex project schedules and managing large scale program and projects
Communication Skills: Experience in a role that required excellent stakeholder management skills including the ability to communicate with and influence people from varying backgrounds, including members of senior leadership teams
Department of Defense: 3+ years of quality experience in a Defense or Space related program (e.g. NASA, DoD, etc.)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (DESIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE):

Bachelor’s Degree or higher
5+ years of experience in one or more of the following areas: Manufacturing, Production Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain/Material Management, Quality, Supplier Management, Environmental Health and Safety or Information Technology
This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.
Travel: The job will be based in Birmingham, UK. Limited travel to the US on occasion.
Shift: 1st Shift

SUMMARY PAY RANGE:

Tier 1: $192,950 - $261,050
Tier 2: $180,200 - $243,800
Tier 3: $167,450 - $226,550
Applications for this position will be accepted until September 9, 2025
Applications for this position will be accepted until Sept. 10, 2025
Export Control Details: Non – US based job
Relocation
This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.
Security Clearance
This position requires an active U.S. 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 willing to sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
Shift
This position is for 1st shift
Contingent Upon Program Reward
The position is contingent upon program award

Program Leadership: Lead and manage two E-7 modification programs (USAF and UK), ensuring alignment with production performance goals.
Performance Monitoring: Monitor production performance to ensure it aligns with cost and schedule targets, implementing corrective actions as necessary.
Customer Engagement: Support executive-level customer engagements, providing updates on program status and addressing any concerns.
Operational Excellence: Drive operational excellence across all program facets, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
Interface with Leadership: Serve as the primary interface with E-7 program leadership regarding production program activity and performance to plan.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Provide leadership across BDUK (Boeing Defense UK), BDA (Boeing Defense Australia), BDS (Boeing Defense Systems), and STS to ensure cohesive program execution.
This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options. (The job will be based in Birmingham, UK.)
This position requires an active U.S. Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active)