Senior F-22 Project Management Specialist - Labs/Test - Berkeley, MO

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Job Description
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Join Boeing Defense Services – Lead the Future of F-22 Raptor Modernization! Are you a driven, innovative Project Management Specialist ready to make a real impact?
Boeing Defense Services (BDS) is seeking a Senior F-22 Project Management Specialist – Labs/Test to join our cutting-edge F-22 Raptor Modernization Program Management Team, in Berkeley, Missouri.
Why This Role?Step into a pivotal leadership position where you will own the end-to-end execution of complex hardware and software development programs that keep the F-22 at the forefront of defense technology. You’ll lead multi-disciplinary teams through integration, testing, and delivery, driving innovation in avionics and sensor upgrades that enhance mission capabilities.
What You’ll Do:
Lead and manage projects that overseas multiple programs across various stages of the Systems Engineering Lifecycle, from concept through deployment
Oversee Agile software development using JIRA, collaborating closely with software design, requirements, coding, and testing teams
Drive program performance, ensuring seamless coordination with internal teams and key partners including Lockheed Martin, Northrop Grumman, and the U.S. Air Force
Influence the future of the F-22 Modernization portfolio, which is poised for significant growth over the next decade
Engage regularly with senior leadership, supplier management, mission systems, test engineering, and other critical stakeholders
Who You Are:
A proven project management professional with hands-on experience managing technical programs through the Systems Engineering Development Lifecycle
Skilled at navigating complex, multi-faceted projects involving both hardware and software components
Adept at Agile methodologies and tools like JIRA, with a passion for driving results in fast-paced environments
A collaborative leader who thrives in cross-functional teams and excels at stakeholder communication
Why Boeing?At Boeing, you’ll be part of a world-class team dedicated to innovation, excellence, and national security. Join us and contribute to a program that’s not just about technology — it’s about shaping the future of air dominance.
Ready to take your career to new heights? Apply now and lead the charge in F-22 modernization!
Position Responsibilities:
Lead comprehensive planning and execution of cutting-edge F-22 modernization programs from inception through successful completion
Ensure all customer commitments are clearly understood, documented, and delivered on time with uncompromising quality
Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with customers, industry partners, and cross-functional teams including mission systems, systems engineering, air vehicle, procurement, sustainment engineering, training systems, and finance
Apply Program Management Best Practices (PMBP) to drive program activities and deliverables
Develop, integrate, and maintain detailed program plans and schedules aligned with industry standards to meet all project requirements
Generate and communicate clear, actionable reports, metrics, and change management updates throughout the project lifecycle summarizing program progress to plan to senior and executive leadership
Conduct trend, variance, and impact analyses, while proactively managing risks, issues, and opportunities
Understand and mitigate constraints related to staffing, product development, production rates, and supplier performance
Lead recovery planning efforts when necessary and ensure robust project control systems are in place to support stakeholders
Continuously improve project management processes and business systems, championing best practices that empower decision-makers
Drive new business initiatives, including competitive and sole-source proposal efforts
Work 100% onsite in a Special Access Program Facility (SAPF) and be willing to travel up to 25% as needed