Systems Engineering Manager - GMD

Company: Boeing
Location: Decatur
Posted on: September 15, 2020

Job Description:

Boeing GMD Systems Engineering & Integration is seeking a results-driven leader to work on the Ground-Based Midcourse Defense (GMD) program in Huntsville, AL.

This management position (level L) will lead a team of multi-skill engineers to develop critical computing solutions across the GMD program and to Missile Defense Agency (MDA). The successful candidate will implement strategies for security protocols and improve cybersecurity integration and effectiveness throughout fielded and future capabilities. In order to succeed in this role, the ideal candidate will have demonstrated consistent performance at a high level in a challenging and dynamic environment. The candidate will be working in a multi-industry team where the ability to engage, influence and collaborate is critical.  The ideal candidate should have a system level mindset, knowledge of Mission Systems and possess strong organization and communication skills (oral and written). They must also possess and demonstrate the ability to build effective business partnerships, have a strong background in executing programs and must have a demonstrated ability to lead teams across the organization.

Position Responsibilities:

Develop and lead projects to ensure business and customer requirements are achieved, review the program plans, make appropriate decisions and approve adjustments/recovery plans, resolve issues as they arise, manage program budget baselines, and manage project risk

Solve complex problems utilizing program team members across all disciplines and use appropriate metrics to ensure performance to plan

Oversee daily operations to support completion of milestones & also work with engineering, quality, program management, and supplier management to develop action plans, resolve issues, & drive performance of work scope

Develop and maintain relationships and partnerships with customers, stakeholders, and peers

Forecast, obtain and manage personnel, facilities, services, equipment and tools to meet project and departmental requirements

Acquire, deploy and schedule personnel to meet program objectives

Develop plans to ensure appropriate utilization of employee skills within an organization or functional area

Coach, counsel, mentor and provide developmental opportunities and job assignments to enhance employee performance and expand capabilities of their team

Provide on-going developmental feedback, promote employee recognition, and assist in building a departmental culture that improves employee satisfaction and retains a skilled and motivated workforce

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

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

Bachelor’s degree or higher in engineering or related technical field of study

5+ years of experience leading/managing projects or cross-functional teams of multiple engineering disciplines

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

Experience presenting to executive leadership

Leading teams in Requirements and Verification

Leading efforts using the Agile Software Development methodology

Experience with Program Management Best Practices

Knowledge of MDA policies and requirements related to cybersecurity

Experience with Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)

Typical Education & Experience:

Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering, computer 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 (e.g. PhD+9 years' related work experience, Master+12 years' related work experience). In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.

Relocation:

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility. Basic relocation is available for internal candidates.

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.

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