Senior Manager, Payloads — EASA Modifications (UK/EU)

Join a high-performing team shaping the future of aircraft modifications across Europe. Reporting to the Director Engineering, Commercial Modifications Europe, the Senior Manager, Payloads leads the technical development and delivery of engineering data that drives aircraft-level STCs, minor changes, and repairs under our EASA Part 21 Subpart J Design Organisation Approval.

This is a hands-on leadership role combining strategic direction, technical decision-making, and mentoring of talented engineering teams.

You will have direct influence on aircraft certification outcomes, collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders (sales, customers, airworthiness, global engineering), and help evolve our design organization processes to meet ambitious business and regulatory goals.

Key reasons to apply:

• Lead certified design engineering work that directly enables commercial aircraft modifications

• Mentor and develop engineers and first-line managers

• Influence design organization processes and quality metrics across the EASA framework

• Work on a variety of aircraft types and high-profile modification Programmes

What you’ll do

• Lead and own the day-to-day delivery of departmental engineering activities: project planning, resource allocation, budgeting and schedule adherence

• Provide technical leadership for development of engineering data required for STCs, minor changes and repairs under EASA Part 21 Subpart J

• Coordinate closely with Sales, Marketing and Customers to communicate capabilities, manage expectations and align technical solutions with commercial objectives

• Ensure timely preparation and submission of documents and data for Agency approval

• Define and provide guidance on engineering deliverables: drawings, bulletins, supplements and supporting technical documentation

• Collaborate with the Head of Design Organisation and Head of Office of Airworthiness to maintain and improve DOA procedures, ensuring continued regulatory compliance and meeting business quality/performance metrics

• Coach, mentor and review performance of engineering teams and first-line managers; build capability and succession within the team

• Provide regular status and performance feedback to the Head of Engineering — EASA Modifications

• Drive continuous improvement in working practices, certification techniques and engineering processes in alignment with business strategy

Basic Qualification

• Bachelor´s degree in aeronautical or engineering field or higher

• Proven track record in aircraft modification engineering

• Good working knowledge of EASA Part 21 and the requirements for large aircraft

• Prior experience in managing engineering teams

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in a design & certification-related engineering role

• Current or previous experience as a Compliance Verification Engineer (CVE) is desirable

• Knowledge of FAA, GCAA and other airworthiness authority regulations is an advantage

• Familiarity with Airbus and Boeing wide-body/narrow-body types is essential

• Strong stakeholder management: ability to interact effectively with management at all levels, internally and externally

• Proven ownership mentality and willingness to tackle business challenges

• Experience driving change to improve working practices and business outcomes

• Willingness and ability to mentor and develop engineering staff and first-line managers

• Strong project management skills with the ability to balance multiple priorities and meet deadlines

• Cultural adaptability and comfort operating in international teams

What we offer you:  

• Vacation & Personal Time Off 32 vacation days plus paid PTO for life events — recharge when it matters

• Meal & Transport: Monthly meal allowance of €115 and € 50 transport credit through flexible apps (including Deutschland-Ticket, any form of public transportation, e-rollers and bikes, taxis/Uber, fuel/e-charges, and bike leasing) to help with daily costs, commuting and personal travel

• Pension & Retirement: Robust pension plan and flexible contribution options to support your financial future

• Income & Insurance Protection: Life insurance at 2x annual salary and total occupational disability cover at 1x; sick-leave salary gap insurance to bridge social security and your pay

• Global Travel & Medical Coverage: Business-trip insurance with International SOS assistance and medical protection while abroad — travel with confidence

• Career Development: Learning Together program funding degrees, MBAs, and certifications to grow your skills and career

• Wellness & Support: Employee Assistance and WellBeing programs for comprehensive health and mentalwellness support

For a full list of our benefits in Germany please check our website as these are changing regularly to match market requirements at a local level.

Work authorisation

This requisition is for a locally hired position. Candidates must have current legal authorisation to work immediately in Germany. Boeing will not attempt to obtain immigration and labour sponsorship for any applicants.

Conflict of Interest

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