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Boeing Defense, Space & Security is hiring a Manufacturing Planner – Configuration Management to be part of the P-8 Poseidon program in Tukwila, WA. This position is part of Production Engineering and supports factory and flight line operations.
As a Manufacturing Planner for Configuration Management, you will solve technical issues, learn the process from design to installation on aircraft, and identify process improvements and risks. This position performs production engineering related work for military aircraft.
A successful candidate will be detail-oriented, highly organized, able to manage multiple priorities, experienced with large datasets, and work with a cross-functional team including engineering, quality, product support, supplier management, and program management. This position involves significant data analysis, data management, and documentation as it pertains to aircraft configuration.
Position Responsibilities
Validate As-Designed, As-Planned, and As-Built configurations
Review engineering modules for planning, parts, and procurement requirements
Investigate and reconcile deviations in Bill of Materials, Drawing Incorporations, and Planned Events
Provide weekly aircraft configuration status for review by the Configuration Team
Assist in software development, testing and integration as related to Configuration Verification
Verify component consumption accuracy through completed orders and plan masters
Track delivery shortages for configuration team and assess impacts to aircraft build and delivery timeline
Generate Critical Safety Item (CSI) reports to the Systems Safety team prior to delivery
Provide the final Module Closure summary Report (MCSR) for every aircraft delivery
Assists with development and integration of processes, data and technology to meet manufacturing and delivery requirements.
Assists in providing input to design, manufacturing processes and manufacturing technologies to meet cost and schedules.
Develops work statements and sequencing of events to support delivery commitments. Assists in the review, maintenance and monitoring of internal documents.
Works generally independent with minor supervision
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.
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)
Associate’s Degree or higher, a Technical certificate or degree, or 3 or more years of equivalent technical manufacturing planning experience.
3+ years’ experience using MESci or other Manufacturing Execution Systems
5+ years’ experience working in or supporting a manufacturing environment.
Detail-oriented and highly organized, able to investigate and manage large datasets
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
Willingness to work overtime as needed to support production
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)
Experience in Configuration Management
Experience supporting program-level aircraft production
Experience with MESci, InSync, Compass, REDARS, and Microsoft Office Suite
This position is 100 Onsite
Typical Education/Experience
Level 3: Education/experience typically acquired through advanced education (e.g. Associate) and typically 3 or more years related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience (e.g. Bachelor+1 years related work experience, 5 years related work experience, etc.).
Relocation
Basic relocation is available for internal candidates 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 position is for 1st shift
Union
This is a union-represented position.
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.
Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as spanet and business considerations.
Summary pay range: $69,700-$94,500
Applications for this position will be accepted until Sept. 23, 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.
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 U.S. Secret Clearance Pre-Start and 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 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.
