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The Boeing Company

Senior Project Management Specialist (Virtual)

Los Angeles, CA

Job Description

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The Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) is seeking a highly-skilled and motivated Senior Project Management Specialist to be part of our Program Management functional team in El Segundo, CA. In this role, you would be responsible for the integration, support, and digital transformation of Program Management processes, tools, and metrics across BDS and jointly across the Enterprise. The candidate will be establishing and leading teams; developing project plans and deliverables; and coordinating all aspects of projects in the development and implementation of Program Management processes, requirements, tools, testing, metrics, templates, guidelines, communications, and training.

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Position Responsibilities:
  • Program Management defines requirements, processes, and tools that provide organizational efficiency and achieve established technical, quality, schedule, cost, and business objectives enabling program performance, economic profit, and customer satisfaction throughout the program life cycle.
  • Manages cross-organizational or business projects develops processes; coordinates, defines, and understands functional software requirements, and utilizes software applications in accordance with accepted program management processes.
  • Provides independent reviews and guidance for deploying common PM processes, tools, and requirements across the enterprise.
  • Provides Oversight, and management responsibility (including performance mgmt. & reporting) for a portfolio of small to medium size projects in support of organizational goals and objectives.
  • Identifies key stakeholder project-specific objectives and requirements.
  • Effectively communicates performance to plan and across stakeholder groups
  • Develops solutions to complex problems that require self-initiative, ingenuity, and innovation.
  • Demonstrate proficiency and utilize program/project management software applications.
  • Serves as a spokesperson for the PM Processes and Tools, provides training, and acts as an advisor to management and customers

This position has been identified as a virtual opportunity and does not require applicants to live in El Segundo, CA.

This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a "U.S. Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 is required. "U.S. Person" includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):
  • 5+ years of experience in Program Management or IPT Leadership including cost, schedule, technical and risk management.
  • 3+ years of experience in leading others and directing all phases of assigned cross-organizational or business unit projects demonstrating proficiency in all project management areas in accordance with accepted project management standards in the industry?
  • 3+ years of experience in leading projects using Project Management Best Practices and tools?
  • 3+ years of experience in driving projects and processes to successful completion?
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
  • 3+ years of experience with project management and the ability to self-manage projects?
  • 3+ years of experience in large-scale complex development programs using strong analytical and problem-solving skills?
  • 3+ years of experience with process management?

Typical Education/Experience:

Bachelor's degree and typically 10 or more years' related work experience, a Master's degree and typically 8 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Relocation:

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Drug-Free Workplace:

Boeingis a Drug-Free Workplace where post-offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria are met

Travel Requirement:

Travel 10% of the time, approximately one week of travel per quarter as outlined in our policies.

Shift Work Statement:

This position is for the 1st shift.

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.

Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary pay range: $80,010 - $148,590 USD

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Client-provided location(s): Los Angeles, CA, USA
Job ID: Boeing-00000342696
Employment Type: Other