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Boeing is hiring a 737NG/MAX Senior Deputy Fleet Chief in Seal Beach, California.  In this position, you will: acquire resources for department activities and lead improvements in safety and quality; develop and administer budgets, schedules and quality/performance standards; oversee approval of technical approaches, products and processes; and inspire, develop, mentor, engage and motivate the team. A strong technical and leadership background is required.

This position supports the global 737NG/MAX Fleet.  This challenging and influential position requires building relationships directly with leaders both internal and external. You will have extensive interface with the 737 Chief Project Engineer, Boeing and customer executive leadership, our domestic and global support teams, and suppliers. You will facilitate Fleet Team calls and meetings for the 737NG/MAX fleet as well as support or lead technical and executive discussions that can be located at Boeing and customer sites.

This role is fast paced and requires quick action, resilience, adaptability and the ability to communicate clearly, concisely, and correctly.  Additionally, you will need to be available 24/7 to support our global customers and emergent issues.

Your commitment to safety is critical. You will be an active participant in Boeing’s Safety Management System and Continued Operational Safety Program including Safety Review Board and other technical forums.  In addition, you will drive execution of economic projects that improve reliability, maintenance cost, quality, and customer satisfaction.

Success in this role isn’t just about WHAT you’ll achieve, but HOW you’ll achieve.  You will be guided by the Boeing Values and Behaviors and the Boeing Code of Conduct.

Position Responsibilities: 

• Manages employees and first-level managers performing activities within multiple (2 or more) Engineering disciplines.
• Develops and executes integrated departmental plans, policies and procedures and provides input on departmental business and technical strategies, goals, objectives.
• Acquires resources for department activities, provides technical management of suppliers and leads process improvements.
• 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 and first-level managers.

This position is expected to be 100 onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work on-site in Seal Beach, CA.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):           

• Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science
• 2+ years of experience leading an engineering team in a management capacity
• Up to 25 travel (domestic and/or international) to integrate with program leaders, customers, suppliers and other organizations

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Proven ability to embrace change, lead continuous improvement, and treat safety and quality as top priorities
• Experience in customer support
• Experience leading complex projects
• Knowledge of industry trends (customers, regulators, competitors, etc.)
• Willingness and ability to manage ambiguity and turn it into action
• 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 are met as outlined in our policies.

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 spanet and business considerations.  

Summary Pay Range: $181,900 - $246,100

Applications for this position will be accepted until Feb. 23, 2026

Export Control Requirements:

This is not an Export Control position.

Education

Bachelors Degree or Equivalent 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.