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Manufacturing Manager Composite Fabrication and AFT Body

Boeing


Job Location:

North Charleston, SC - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 111350 - 150650
Posted: 3 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 30 September 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy
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Job Summary

Manufacturing Manager - Composite Fabrication and AFT Body

Company:

The Boeing Company

Help Build the Future of Flight

At Boeing South Carolina we are shaping the future of aerospace. As the exclusive final assembly site of the revolutionary 787 Dreamliner our team delivers one of the most advanced commercial airplanes in the worldconnecting people economies and possibilities across the globe.

We are accelerating production expanding our capabilities and building the leadership team that will carry the 787 program into its next chapter. This is your opportunity to step into a visible mission-critical leadership role at the heart of Boeings widebody manufacturing system.

As a First Line Manufacturing Manager (Level K) in Composite Fabrication and AFT Body A&I you wont simply oversee productionyou will inspire people build high-performing teams and directly contribute to delivering world-class airplanes that redefine whats possible. This position is located in North Charleston South Carolina.

Your Impact Starts on Day One

In this role you will lead frontline manufacturing teams responsible for building one of the most sophisticated aircraft ever designed. You will shape culture develop talent and drive performance across safety quality and delivery.

You will:

  • Lead and inspire frontline manufacturing teams in a fast-paced high-performance environment

  • Execute daily production plans that bring the 787 Dreamliner to life

  • Build strong partnerships with Engineering Quality and Supply Chain to solve complex challenges

  • Develop and coach teammates to unlock their full potential and build future leaders

  • Drive continuous improvement using Lean principles and operational excellence tools

  • Foster a culture grounded in safety quality accountability and pride in craftsmanship

  • Help position Boeing South Carolina for continued growth innovation and production rate increases

This is a role for leaders who want to make a visible impactevery day.

Were Looking for Leaders Who:

  • Inspire trust and bring out the best in their teams

  • Thrive in dynamic fast-moving manufacturing environments

  • Lead with accountability clarity and confidence

  • Are passionate about building people not just processes

  • Embrace continuous improvement and operational excellence

  • Want to be part of something bigger than themselves

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/ Experience):

  • 3 years of experience in aerospace manufacturing or equivalent military experience

  • 3 years of experience in a formal or informal leadership role

  • Ability to lead teams and execute within a structured production environment

  • Knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles

  • Willingness and ability to work a variable shift based on operational needs

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

  • Aerospace manufacturing experience particularly in Structures Systems Electrical Test Assembly Interiors

  • Experience leading hourly employees in a production environment

  • Proven track record of implementing Lean or continuous improvement initiatives

  • Bachelors degree or higher

  • FAA A&P Certification

Conflict of Interest:
Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Companys Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.

Shift:

This position is for a variable shift (shift 4). Variable shift means you will be assigned a shift at timeof hire based on business needs. You will remain on your assigned work shift until a re-evaluation isrequired. Shifts assigned for training may differ from your permanent work shift.

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.

Why Boeing South Carolina

This is more than a jobits a chance to lead at one of Boeings most important and fastest-growing production sites.

You will be part of:

  • A leadership team driving the future of widebody production

  • A culture focused on people safety and excellence

  • A site making historic investments in growth and capability

  • A mission that connects the world through aerospace innovation

This Is Your Moment to Lead

The 787 Dreamliner represents innovation performance and possibility. Behind every aircraft is a leader who makes it happen.

If you are ready to lead from the front develop people and play a defining role in the future of aerospacewe want to hear from you.

Join us. Help build the future of flight.

Pay & Benefits:
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: $111350 - $150650

Language Requirements:

Not Applicable

Education:

Not Applicable

Relocation:

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Export Control Requirement:

This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements a U.S. Person as defined by 22 C.F.R. 120.62 is required. U.S. Person includes U.S. Citizen U.S. National lawful permanent resident refugee or asylee.

Safety Sensitive:

This is not a Safety Sensitive Position.

Security Clearance:

This position does not require a Security Clearance.

Visa Sponsorship:

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Contingent Upon Award Program

This position is not contingent upon program award

Shift:

Shift 4 (United States of America)

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