> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/820116-senior-technical-program-management](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/820116-senior-technical-program-management). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Technical Program Management - **Company:** Boeing Company - **Location:** Long Beach, CA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $191,250.0 - $258,750.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Configuration Management, Firmware, Hardware Design, Information Technology, DO-178B - **Published:** June 10, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.jobmonkeyjobs.com/career/27749038/Senior-Technical-Program-Management-California-Long-Beach-1300 ## About the Role This Senior Project Manger will lead a highly technical commercial avionics development program. The ideal candidate combines deep avionics technical credibility with strong program and people leadership. This hands-on role requires proven ability to deliver complex, safety-critical airborne electronics and software to schedule, budget, and certifiable quality standards while leading cross-functional, geographically distributed teams., * Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (Aerospace, Electrical, Computer Science, Systems or related technical discipline). * 8+ years of experience do you have with avionics systems and aerospace systems * 5+ years of experience leading technical program management teams and or * 5+ years of people management experience * Travel up to 50% depending on program needs; international and domestic travel Preferred Qualifications: * Master's degree in a technical discipline or MBA. * Experience with ARP4754A and ARP4761 and safety assessment processes. * Demonstrated supplier management experience at tier-1 and tier-2 levels, strong negotiation skills. * Program Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent certification. * Familiarity with manufacturing transfer, sustainment planning, and product support lifecycle. * Experience with model-based systems engineering (MBSE) tools and processes. * Demonstrated experience managing commercial avionics programs or major avionics subsystems from concept through certification and production. * Proven experience leading geographically distributed domestic and international teams. * Working knowledge and applied experience with airborne software/hardware development and certification standards (DO-178C and/or DO-254) and systems certification processes (FAA/EASA). * Track record of meeting schedule and budget commitments on complex programs. * Strong leadership, team building, and communication skills; able to present technical content to technical and non-technical stakeholders. * Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance., 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., Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Required ## Description * Lead day-to-day program execution, ensuring objectives for schedule, cost, performance, and quality are met. * Provide technical leadership for systems/avionics architecture, integration, verification & validation, and certification strategy. * Manage and mentor an integrated program team-systems, hardware, firmware, software, test, supplier management, manufacturing, and sustainment. * Coordinate and align domestic and international matrixed teams, suppliers, and subcontractors across time zones and cultures. * Own program plan, schedule, budget, risk/issue/opportunity register, and change control; deliver regular status briefings to senior leadership and customers. * Drive requirements decomposition, configuration management, technical reviews, and design maturity milestones. * Interface with customers, certification authorities (e.g., FAA, EASA), and tier-1 suppliers to negotiate requirements, technical approaches, and delivery commitments. * Ensure compliance with applicable standards and company quality systems (e.g., DO-178C, DO-254, ARP4754A, ARP4761). * Lead supplier selection, performance management, and integration activities; hold suppliers accountable to technical and schedule commitments. * Promote a culture of safety, quality, continuous improvement through innovation, and cross-functional collaboration aligned with the Boeing values and behaviors. ## Related Videos - [Crew Management System for Airlines: Plan duties for pilots & flight attendants worldwide](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1444-crew-management-system-for-airlines-plan-duties-for-pilots-flight-attendants-worldwide) - [Quantum Computing - The tiny and the big challenges](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/934-quantum-computing-the-tiny-and-the-big-challenges) - [Playing Pong on a shoulder press machine](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100140-playing-pong-on-a-shoulder-press-machine) - [Hiring Technical Leaders: Promote from Within or Go External?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100167-hiring-technical-leaders-promote-from-within-or-go-external) - [The future of automotive mobility: Upcoming E/E architectures, V2X and its challenges](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/374-the-future-of-automotive-mobility-upcoming-e-e-architectures-v2x-and-its-challenges) - [Agent Smith Gets Hardware: Autonomous IoT Hacking From Debug Port to Cloud API](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100258-agent-smith-gets-hardware-autonomous-iot-hacking-from-debug-port-to-cloud-api) ## Related Articles - [From developer to manager – what does it take to become an engineering manager?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/42-from-developer-to-manager-what-does-it-take-to-become-an-engineering-manager) - [Should Tech Managers Be Developers First? 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