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Phantom Works Senior Engineering Manager

Boeing


Job Location:

Berkeley, CA - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 170000 - 230000
Posted: 6 October 2026 (22 hours ago)
Application Deadline: 3 January 2027
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Phantom Works Senior Engineering Manager

Company:

The Boeing Company

Boeing Defense Space & Security (BDS) is seeking a Senior Engineering Manager to join our innovative Phantom Works (PW) organization in Berkeley MO.


We are looking for a dynamic visionary leader to oversee the day-to-day activities of a combined Missions Systems and Software Engineering this role you will ensure the appropriate staffing and resources are in place to develop mission systems and software for technology development and transition into production applications.


You will be responsible for mentoring technical leads and team members as well as coordinating with customers and key suppliers. This position involves developing and executing integrated plans policies and procedures while contributing to business and technical strategies goals and objectives.


This role requires frequent interaction with managers and external representatives regarding projects operational decisions scheduling requirements and contractual clarifications. You will also engage regularly with internal and external management including senior-level stakeholders.

A cornerstone of Boeings success is our commitment to developing the next generation of engineering this role you will help enhance our talent development program for incoming engineers ensuring they gain the skills and knowledge needed to thrive in a rapidly evolving field. You will also support our recruiting and hiring efforts to help attract top-tier talent to Boeing.


Join us in this exciting opportunity to lead transformative projects and help develop the engineers of tomorrow at Boeing.


Position Responsibilities

As a leader in this role you will be responsible for the following:

  • Lead the design development testing and delivery of Phantom Works mission systems and software for technology development and transition to production applications.
  • Oversee all aspects of engineering technology design and integration including mission systems and software development to meet customer requirements with first-time quality on schedule and within budget.
  • Drive technology and mission systems and software planning and execution across cost schedule and technical performance.
  • Apply standard performance metrics including implementation and reporting to identify issues and proactively mitigate risks.
  • Manage develop and retain technology and mission systems personnel.
  • Ensure appropriate staffing levels experience mix and resource availability to meet current and forecasted program requirements.
  • Proactively manage staffing needs including clearances and emerging skill requirements to support program execution.
  • Provide updates on performance and progress to the PW Leadership Team BDS PW Engineering and the BDS PW Software Leader.

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

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This position requires an active U.S. Top-Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active)


  • A final Top Secret Clearance Pre-Start is required.

Basic Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (with a focus in Electrical Mechanical or Aeronautical) Computer Science Data Science Mathematics Physics Chemistryor non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement.
  • Level L (Senior): 5 years of work-related experience with a Bachelors or 3 years of work-related experience with a Masters or PhD
  • 5 years of experience in project leadership roles
  • 5 years of experience in mission systems and software development and integration
  • Ability to travel as needed up to10% of the time

Preferred Qualifications

  • 5 years of experience working with Department of Defense customers
  • 5 years of experience with avionics integration and testing
  • 5 years of experience in proposal development
  • 5 years of people management experience
  • 5 years of experience collaborating across multiple programs and organizations

Conflict of Interest:

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


Typical Education/Experience:

Level L (Senior) Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering computer science engineering data science mathematics physics or chemistry (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 5 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 required accreditation standard

Relocation:

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.


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.


Shift:

This position is for 1st shift.


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.


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.

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.


Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only.


Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications as well as market and business considerations.


Summary pay range:

Level (Senior): $170000 - $230000

Language Requirements:

Not Applicable

Education:

Bachelors Degree or Equivalent

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 requires an active U.S. Top 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 will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Contingent Upon Award Program

This position is not contingent upon program award

Shift:

Shift 1 (United States of America)

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