Senior Manufacturing Manager - Aft Body and Mid Body Assembly
Company:
The Boeing Company
Shape the Future of Flight
At Boeing South Carolina, we are building more than airplanes—we are building the future of aerospace. As the exclusive home of the 787 Dreamliner, our site is at the forefront of innovation, production excellence, and industrial transformation.
As we accelerate production, expand capabilities, and prepare for the next generation of manufacturing, we are seeking exceptional Senior Manufacturing Managers to lead at the heart of our Final Assembly operations.
This is a rare opportunity to lead one of the most advanced widebody production systems in the world—and to play a defining role in shaping Boeing’s future.
Your Impact
As a Senior Manufacturing Manager (Level L) in North Charleston, South Carolina, you will lead frontline manufacturing leaders and teams responsible for delivering the 787 Dreamliner—one of the most technologically advanced aircraft ever built. This is a variable shift position.
You will translate strategic production goals into disciplined execution on the factory floor—while building a culture grounded in safety, quality, accountability, and pride.
We are currently hiring for positions within 787 Composite Fabrication and Aft Body Assembly as well as 787 Mid Body Assembly.
You will:
Lead, manage and inspire manufacturing teams responsible for building the world’s most advanced commercial aircraft
Drive operational excellence across safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance
Build and develop exceptional leaders, strengthening Boeing’s leadership pipeline for the future
Partner closely with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Program Leadership to achieve production milestones
Champion continuous improvement, Lean manufacturing, and operational innovation
Help position Boeing South Carolina for increased production rates and long-term growth
This role offers unmatched visibility, responsibility, and influence—and the opportunity to leave a lasting leadership legacy.
The Leader We’re Seeking
We are looking for leaders who are energized by challenge, motivated by growth, and driven to build high-performing teams.
You thrive in fast-paced production environments. You lead with clarity, courage, and accountability. You develop people, solve complex challenges, and create momentum. You don’t just manage operations—you elevate them.
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):
5+ years of aerospace, manufacturing, or equivalent military experience
3+ years of experience managing teams
3+ years of experience leading, motivating and developing others
Demonstrated ability to lead across organizations and influence outcomes
Decision-making capability in complex, dynamic environments
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
3+ years of aerospace manufacturing experience, ideally in Assembly, Structures, Interiors, or Compositive Fabrication
5+ years of proven success leading Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives
Experience leading through production ramp-ups, operational transformation, or growth environments
Track record of building high-engagement, high-performance teams
Bachelor's degree or higher
A&P Certification
Conflict of Interest:
Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.
Shift:
This position is for a variable shift (shift 4). Variable shift means you will be assigned a shift at time of hire based on business needs. You will remain on your assigned work shift until a re-evaluation is required. Shifts assigned for training may differ from your permanent work shift. However, the current expectation is hiring for 2nd shift positions.
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
Why This Role Matters
The Boeing South Carolina site is entering a defining period—expanding production, building leadership capability, and positioning for future growth. The leaders we hire today will help shape Boeing’s next chapter.
This is an opportunity to:
Lead at global scale
Build world-class manufacturing teams
Influence one of Boeing’s most critical programs
Accelerate your leadership career
Join Us. Lead What’s Next.
At Boeing South Carolina, you won’t just build airplanes.
You’ll build teams.
You’ll build capability.
You’ll build the future.
And your leadership will help carry the world forward.
Pay & Benefits:
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.
pay range: $141,950 - $192,050
Language Requirements:
Not Applicable
Education:
Not Applicable
Relocation:
This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.
Export Control Requirement:
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.
Safety Sensitive:
This is not a Safety Sensitive Position.
Security Clearance:
This position does not require a Security Clearance.
Visa Sponsorship:
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
Contingent Upon Award Program
This position is not contingent upon program award
Shift:
Shift 4 (United States of America)
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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.
