Deputy Chief Engineer

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop an engineering team responsible for Avionics or AP&S Modifications execution, establishing priorities and accountability for technical delivery.
• Provide people leadership and coaching by mentoring engineers and supporting career development.
• Drive project execution in partnership with Program Management to establish integrated plans, resource strategies, and schedules.
• Oversee technical risk, issue, and opportunity management to ensure early identification and sound mitigation plans.
• Guide the resolution of complex cross-functional technical challenges and facilitate Technical Design Reviews (TDRs).
• Ensure certification and compliance by engaging with FAA and EASA-appointed personnel and reinforcing regulatory adherence.
• Support proposal activities by evaluating Statements of Work and defining required engineering effort and cost estimates.
• Promote a culture of safety, quality, and accountability through disciplined engineering practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics, or chemistry.
• At least one year of experience in a leadership role (team leader, manager, or large-scale project management).
• 3+ years of experience working with FAA and EASA regulations and requirements.
• 5+ years of experience communicating complex technical risks and advising senior leaders.
• Experience reviewing IPC, SB, or AD, or experience with certification processes such as ATC, STC, or MTC.
• Ability to travel up to 10% domestically and internationally.

Preferred Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience leading multi-disciplined, complex engineering projects and teams.
• Knowledge of Boeing's organizational processes, program plans, and products.
• Experience working directly with regulators such as the FAA or a delegated ODA Office.
• Experience training or mentoring in a technical environment.
• Experience presenting to executive-level leadership.

Benefits

• Competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.
• Comprehensive health insurance and flexible spending accounts.
• Retirement savings plans.
• Life and disability insurance programs.
• Paid and unpaid time away from work.

About the Company

Boeing Global Services (BGS) is a division of The Boeing Company, dedicated to providing essential services and support to customers worldwide. Our teammates work across commercial airplanes, space, defense, and sustainability to enable humanity to take flight.