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C-17 Senior Operations Manager

San Antonio, Texas Job ID JR2025455942 Category Manufacturing Role Type Onsite Post Date May. 19, 2025
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Job Description

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The C-17 Program in San Antonio, Texas is hiring a Senior Operations Leader for Heavy Maintenance .We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Operations Leader to oversee our heavy maintenance programs. This leadership role requires a strategic thinker with a proven track record in managing complex programs involving multiple aircraft in flow. The ideal candidate will possess strong mentoring and coaching abilities, a deep understanding of maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) processes, and a commitment to continuous improvement through lean principles and earned value management  Position is located in San Antonio, TX.

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

Position Responsibilities:

  • Lead and manage heavy maintenance programs, ensuring timely and efficient execution of all maintenance activities.

  • Utilize creative and critical thinking to develop innovative solutions to complex operational challenges.

  • Mentor and coach leaders within the operations team, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.

  • Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to resolve operational issues effectively.

  • Collaborate with cross-functional support teams to ensure alignment and support for maintenance operations.

  • Apply earned value management principles to monitor project performance and ensure adherence to budget and schedule.

  • Implement lean principles to optimize processes, reduce waste, and enhance operational efficiency.

  • Prepare and present reports on program status, performance metrics, and improvement initiatives to senior management.

This position must meet export control compliance requirements. Tomeet 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 Skill/Experience):

  • 5+ years of experience in aviation industry, airline or MRO

  • 5+ years management experience

  • 5+ years of experience with Earned Value Management (Scheduling, Budgeting, Cost Analysis)

  • 5+ years of experience applying LEAN principles and/or Standard/Standardized Work development

  • 5+ years of experience leading or managing Corrective Actions or Root Cause Analysis

  • 5+ years of experience coaching, mentoring and providing developmental opportunities to enhance employee performance within their organization

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

  • 1+ years of experience with C-17

  • Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across various functions.

  • Proficient in relevant software and tools for project management and operations oversight.

  • Experience in operations leadership within aviation maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) industry.

  • Advanced knowledge of aviation regulations and compliance standards

  • Experience with project management methodologies and tools (e.g., Agile, Six Sigma).

  • Familiarity with aircraft maintenance tracking systems and software.

  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and make data-driven decisions.

  • Experience in budget management and financial analysis related to maintenance operations.

  • Ability to lead change management initiatives effectively.

  • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels.

  • Knowledge of safety management systems and practices in aviation maintenance.

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 positionisfor 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.

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

Summary pay range: $153,850 – $208,150


Applications for this position will be accepted until May. 27, 2025


Export Control Requirements: 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.

Export Control Details: US based job, US Person required

Relocation

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

This position is for 1st 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.

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