Senior Manager, Payloads — EASA Modifications (UK/EU)

Company:

Boeing Commercial Aviation Services Europe Limited

Senior Manager, Payloads — EASA Modifications (UK/EU)

Join a high-performing team shaping the future of aircraft modifications across Europe. Reporting to the Director Engineering, Commercial Modifications Europe, the Senior Manager, Payloads leads the technical development and delivery of engineering data that drives aircraft-level STCs, minor changes, and repairs under our EASA Part 21 Subpart J Design Organisation Approval.

This is a hands-on leadership role combining strategic direction, technical decision-making, and mentoring of talented engineering teams.

You will have direct influence on aircraft certification outcomes, collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders (sales, customers, airworthiness, global engineering), and help evolve our design organization processes to meet ambitious business and regulatory goals.

Key reasons to apply:

Lead certified design engineering work that directly enables commercial aircraft modifications
Mentor and develop engineers and first-line managers
Influence design organization processes and quality metrics across the EASA framework
Work on a variety of aircraft types and high-profile modification Programmes

What you’ll do

Lead and own the day-to-day delivery of departmental engineering activities: project planning, resource allocation, budgeting and schedule adherence
Provide technical leadership for development of engineering data required for STCs, minor changes and repairs under EASA Part 21 Subpart J
Coordinate closely with Sales, Marketing and Customers to communicate capabilities, manage expectations and align technical solutions with commercial objectives
Ensure timely preparation and submission of documents and data for Agency approval
Define and provide guidance on engineering deliverables: drawings, bulletins, supplements and supporting technical documentation
Collaborate with the Head of Design Organisation and Head of Office of Airworthiness to maintain and improve DOA procedures, ensuring continued regulatory compliance and meeting business quality/performance metrics
Coach, mentor and review performance of engineering teams and first-line managers; build capability and succession within the team
Provide regular status and performance feedback to the Head of Engineering — EASA Modifications
Drive continuous improvement in working practices, certification techniques and engineering processes in alignment with business strategy

Basic Qualification

Bachelor´s degree in aeronautical or engineering field or higher
Proven track record in aircraft modification engineering
Good working knowledge of EASA Part 21 and the requirements for large aircraft
Prior experience in managing engineering teams

Preferred Qualifications

Demonstrated experience in a design & certification-related engineering role
Current or previous experience as a Compliance Verification Engineer (CVE) is desirable
Knowledge of FAA, GCAA and other airworthiness authority regulations is an advantage
Familiarity with Airbus and Boeing wide-body/narrow-body types is essential
Strong stakeholder management: ability to interact effectively with management at all levels, internally and externally
Proven ownership mentality and willingness to tackle business challenges
Experience driving change to improve working practices and business outcomes
Willingness and ability to mentor and develop engineering staff and first-line managers
Strong project management skills with the ability to balance multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Cultural adaptability and comfort operating in international teams

The Boeing benefits package goes above and beyond,

focusing on your physical, emotional, financial and social well-being.

Here’s a snapshot of what we offer:

UK benefits:

Competitive salary and annual incentive plans

Continuous learning - you’ll develop the approach and skills to navigate whatever comes next

Success as defined by you - we’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way

Diverse and inclusive culture - you’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs

Excellent Adoption and Parental leave options

25 days plus UK public holidays

Pension Plan with up to 10% employer contribution

Company paid BUPA Medical Plan

Short Term Sickness: 100% pay for the first 26 weeks

Long Term Sickness: 66.67% of annual salary from 27th week

6x annual salary life insurance

Learning Together Programme to support your on-going personal and career development

Access to Boeing’s Well Being Programs, tool and incentives

Ireland benefits:

Competitive salary and annual incentive plans

Continuous learning - you’ll develop the approach and skills to navigate whatever comes next

Success as defined by you - we’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way

Inclusive culture - you’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs

Excellent Adoption and Parental leave options

25 days plus public holidays and a Winter Break between Christmas and New Year

Pension Plan with up to 10% employer contribution

Company paid Irish Life Medical Plan

Short Term Sickness: 100% pay for the first 26 weeks

Long Term Sickness: 66.67% of annual salary from 27th week

6x annual salary life insurance

Learning Together Programme to support your on-going personal and career development

Access to Boeing’s Well Being Programs, tool and incentives

Work authorisation

This requisition is for a locally hired position. Candidates must have current legal authorisation to work immediately in the United Kingdom or the EU. Boeing will not attempt to obtain immigration and labour sponsorship for any applicants.

Benefits and pay are determined at the local level and are not part of Boeing U.S.-based payroll.

Conflict of Interest

Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.

Language Requirements:

Not Applicable

Education:

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent

Relocation:

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Security Clearance:

This position does not require a Security Clearance.

Visa Sponsorship:

Employer willing to sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Contingent Upon Award Program

This position is not contingent upon program award

Shift:

Not a Shift Worker (United Kingdom)

Senior Manager, Payloads — EASA Modifications (UK/EU)

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