Senior Flightline Readiness Quality Manager

Company: Boeing
Location: Moses Lake
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

Senior Flightline Readiness Quality Manager Company: The Boeing Company Boeing Commercial Airplanes (BCA) is seeking a Senior Flightline Readiness Quality Manager (Level L) to join the Field Quality Team in Moses Lake, Washington on 1st shift . In this strategic role you will set the vision for field quality, drive enterprise-level improvements, and ensure alignment with regulatory, customer, and Boeing quality standards across multiple teams. This role will manage and support the strategy and plan for readiness and execution of 737-7 and 737-10 Change Incorporation & Refurbishment (CI&R) and modifications. You will also lead and manage our offsite paint teams. Some travel will be required. You’ll coach and inspire frontline managers and technical teams, lead cross-functional problem solving for complex quality issues, and champion data-driven initiatives that improve reliability, efficiency, and customer satisfaction. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership, deep technical knowledge of aerospace quality processes, and a passion for operational excellence, as they play a pivotal role in safeguarding Boeing’s reputation for world-class airplanes. Position Responsibilities: Provide stability and long-term vision through employee engagement, transparent communication on site plans, and site investment Ensures that air vehicles are completed and pass certification for airworthiness by overseeing final component installation, systems operation functional testing, modification, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, preflight and postflight checks, release for flight, and preparation for delivery Interfaces with flight crews, engineering, management, suppliers, and customers to meet product requirements and ensure customer acceptance Develops and executes integrated organizational plans, policies and procedures and guides the development of business and technical strategies, goals, objectives Acquires resources for organizational 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 mid-level managers Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience): 5 years' experience in developing and maintaining relationships and partnerships with senior executives, managers, customers, stakeholders, peers, and business partners 5 years' experience in a leadership role leading inclusive teams, initiatives, or projects to meet business objectives and influence change 5 years' experience leading and influencing people in a Quality, Engineering, or undefined Experience within Aircraft Flightline functions Must be able to work any shift based on the needs of the operation Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience): Possess an FAA Airframe and Power Plant License OR the aircraft years and experience necessary to obtain an FAA Repairman's certificate Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written Experience with quality investigations and the MRB process Experience completing process-oriented tasks accurately and in an organized manner Self-starter who creates and implements job-related solutions and procedures Proficient in Boeing Problem Solving Model (BPSM) and Systematic Problem Solving Demonstrated skills in Team Building and Risk Mitigation 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. Union: This is a non-union represented position. Total Rewards 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. Summary pay range: $144,500 - $195,500 Language Requirements: Not Applicable Education: Not Applicable Relocation: This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility. Export Control Requirement: This is not an Export Control position. 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 1 (United States of America) Stay safe from recruitment fraud! The only way to apply for a position at Boeing is via our Careers website. Learn how to protect yourself from recruitment fraud - Recruitment Fraud Warning Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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