Program Manager Defense Jobs in Slidell, LA (NOW HIRING)

Company:

Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Quality Engineering and Program Manager to join our dynamic team in New Orleans, LA for the Space Launch System program.

Position Responsibilities:

• Serves as a member of both the SLS program leadership team and Space, Intelligence and Weapon Systems Total Quality leadership team
• Responsible for all aspects of Quality on the SLS program from design through launch
• Manages employees and mid-level managers performing quality engineering and quality assurance on the SLS program through all phases of the product lifecycle
• Develops quality strategies and plans in support of new business acquisition and execution of SLS program/business plans
• Provides education and coaching on the Quality System
• Acquires and manages resources, provides quality technical management and leads performance improvements
• Develops and maintains relationships and partnerships with customers, stakeholders, peers, partners, suppliers and direct reports
• Oversees review of technical information to ensure quality and producibility
• Manages, develops and motivates employees and mid-level managers within an inclusive and collaborative environment
• Ability to understand the big picture and inter-relationships of functions
• Ability to effectively communicate current state performance to plans for executive consumption

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at Michoud Assembly Facility (MAF) in New Orleans, LA.

This position requires the ability to obtain a clearance for access to a National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) facility.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor's degree or higher
• 3+ years of experience implementing and/or maintaining a quality management system
• Experience working in a cross functional environment
• Experience with Communication, both written and verbal, with a comfort in public speaking and frequent interactions with executive-level management.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Prior Quality Management Experience
• Direct experience performing in quality engineering, manufacturing operations, project management, system engineering, or change management
• Solid working knowledge of Quality Tools (APQP, Early Quality Involvement, RCCA)
• Surveillance and Compliance Audits
• Experience building internal and external customer relationships

Travel:

Position may require travel up to 10-15% of the time.

Conflict of Interest:

Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest assessment process

Drug Free Workplace:

Boeingis 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.

This is a NASA safety-sensitive position and is subject to random drug and alcohol testing.

Total Rewards:

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: $183,600-$248,400

Language Requirements:

Education:

Relocation:

Export Control Requirement:

Safety Sensitive:

Security Clearance:

Visa Sponsorship:

Contingent Upon Award Program

Shift:

Stay safe from recruitment fraud! The only way to apply for a position at Boeing is via our Careers website. Learn how to protect yourself from recruitment fraud - Recruitment Fraud Warning