Flight Line Operations Support Manager

Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS) has an exciting opportunity for a Flight Line Operations Support Manager (level K) to lead the Military Delivery Center in Tukwila, WA!  

As a member of the Leadership team, you will continuously lead and develop Operation Support Teams apprised of motive equipment operators (MEO), project management, equipment services, compliance, ordnance and training. Our Team supports several sites throughout the Puget Sound to include flight lines, labs and manufacturing areas. A successful candidate will have strong interpersonal and coaching skills that will further enable our business unit to embrace and elevate a one-team culture, driving a deep understanding of the standards, production health and problem-solving models.

Position Responsibilities:

• Manages employees performing activities in multiple operation support disciplines
• Develops and maintains relationships and partnerships with customers, stakeholders, peers, partners and direct reports
• Provides oversight and approval of technical approaches, products and processes
• Manages, develops and motivates employees
• Domestic travel up to 10%

To be considered for this position you will be required to complete an assessment as part of the selection process. Failure to complete the assessment will remove you from consideration.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Candidates must have at least one year of experience in a leadership role (team leader, temp manager, large scale cross functional project/program management, or formal manager experience) OR completion of the Boeing internal course “Exploring Leadership.”
• 3+ years of experience in Manufacturing or Flightline operations
• 3+ experience of experience using LEAN Manufacturing and/or Continuous Improvement practices and tools in the workplace
• 3+ years’ experience using Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
• Ability to work variable shifts, including weekends and overtime

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• 3+ years of experience developing and delivering presentations to senior leadership
• 3+ years of experience mentoring, coaching, guiding and leading team
• 3+ years of experience with forklift/ Motive Equipment Operator
• 3+ years of experience with HAZMAT
• Experience leading or managing in a union represented environment (IAM and/or SPEEA)
• Experience working under pressure in a fast-paced role with strict deadlines

Conflict of Interest:

Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process

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.

Travel:

This position may require travel up to 10% of the time

Shift:

This role is primarily second shift; however, there may be additional shift requirements to support program objectives

Total Rewards:

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: $127,500 – $172,500

Applications for this position will be accepted until Jul. 02, 2026

Export Control Requirements:

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.

Export Control Details:

US based job, US Person required

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Security Clearance

This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

This position is for 2nd shift

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.