Lead Project Engineer (Level 4 or 5)

Boeing Defense Space & Security (BDS) is hiring a Lead Project Engineer Data Science/Data Analytics for a Proprietary Program in Hazelwood MO. This role is execution focused and placed within the Digital Infrastructure Segment (DIS) with a strong emphasis on Data Science and Data Analytics to drive technical decisions metrics and program outcomes. This role provides an opportunity to combine engineering leadership program execution and data science to influence the next generation of digital capabilities on a proprietary defense program.

Position Responsibilities:

• Lead project execution for DIS work packages that heavily leverage Data Science and Data Analytics capabilities (inclusive of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML)).

• Plan coordinate and manage cross-functional teams (software systems analytics suppliers) to meet cost schedule and performance goals.

• Define work packages allocate resources track progress and manage subcontractor activities.

• Establish and monitor performance metrics and analytics to measure technical and business outcomes.

• Manage Earned Value Management (EVM) reporting and analysis; support risk issue and opportunity management.

• Respond to changes in Statement of Work (SOW) assess impacts and negotiate modifications to deliverables costs and schedules.

• Serve as Cost Account Manager (CAM) as assigned.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders suppliers and the customer.

• Promote a transparent inclusive and collaborative team culture.

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.

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

This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is .

Ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor of Science in engineering engineering technology chemistry physics mathematics data science or computer science.

• 3 years of technical leadership or project management on cross-functional engineering projects.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Level 4: 5 or more years related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience

• Level 5: 10 or more years related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience

• Active U.S. security clearance (secret).

• 5 years technical leadership or project management experience on multidisciplinary projects.

• Experience leading projects using Agile methodologies with hands-on proficiency in JIRA and Confluence and familiarity with Microsoft Project for project planning and scheduling.

• Experience with and interest in: Data Science Data Analytics Artificial Intelligence (AI) Agentic AI Machine Learning (ML) dashboard tools & databases business intelligence toolsdistributed & cloud compute and analytics-driven engineering decisions.

• Experience with DFARS finance rules cloud finances (FinOps).

• Familiarity with Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) software engineering classified computing infrastructure and DoD cyber security requirements.

• Prior work with suppliers/customers and experience as a Control Account Manager.

Typical Education/Experience:

Level 4

Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology) computer science engineering data science mathematics physics or chemistry (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 9 or more years related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience or non-US equivalent the USA ABET accreditation is the preferred although not accreditation standard.

Level 5

Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology) computer science engineering data science mathematics physics or chemistry (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 14 or more years related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience or non-US equivalent the USA ABET accreditation is the preferred although not accreditation standard.

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.

The Boeing 401(k) helps you save for your future with contributions from Boeing that can help you grow your retirement savings. Our best-in-class retirement benefit features:

• Best in class 401(k) plan: well match your contributions dollar for dollar up to 10% of eligible pay with Immediate 100% vesting

• Student Loan Match: The Boeing 401(k) Student Loan Match allows eligible enrolled U.S. employees to have their qualified student loan debt payments counted along with any match-eligible contributions they make for purposes of determining the Company Match to employees Boeing 401(k) accounts.

Summary pay range (Level 4): $114750 - $155250

Summary pay range (Level 5): $140250 - $189750