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 organisation processes to meet ambitious business and regulatory goals.
Key reasons to apply:
1. Lead certified design engineering work that directly enables commercial aircraft modifications
2. Mentor and develop engineers and first-line managers
3. Influence design organisation processes and quality metrics across the EASA framework
4. Work on a variety of aircraft types and high-profile modification programmes
What you’ll do
5. Lead and own the day-to-day delivery of departmental engineering activities: project planning, resource allocation, budgeting and schedule adherence
6. Provide technical leadership for development of engineering data required for STCs, minor changes and repairs under EASA Part 21 Subpart J
7. Coordinate closely with Sales, Marketing and Customers to communicate capabilities, manage expectations and align technical solutions with commercial objectives
8. Ensure timely preparation and submission of documents and data for Agency approval
9. Define and provide guidance on engineering deliverables: drawings, bulletins, supplements and supporting technical documentation
10. 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
11. Coach, mentor and review performance of engineering teams and first-line managers; build capability and succession within the team
12. Provide regular status and performance feedback to the Head of Engineering — EASA Modifications
13. Drive continuous improvement in working practices, certification techniques and engineering processes in alignment with business strategy
Basic Qualification
14. Bachelor´s degree in aeronautical or engineering field or higher
15. Proven track record in aircraft modification engineering
16. Good working knowledge of EASA Part 21 and the requirements for large aircraft
17. Prior experience in managing engineering teams
Preferred Qualifications
18. Demonstrated experience in a design & certification-related engineering role
19. Current or previous experience as a Compliance Verification Engineer (CVE) is desirable
20. Knowledge of FAA, GCAA and other airworthiness authority regulations is an advantage
21. Familiarity with Airbus and Boeing wide-body/narrow-body types is essential
22. Strong stakeholder management: ability to interact effectively with management at all levels, internally and externally
23. Proven ownership mentality and willingness to tackle business challenges
24. Experience driving change to improve working practices and business outcomes
25. Willingness and ability to mentor and develop engineering staff and first-line managers
26. Strong project management skills with the ability to balance multiple priorities and meet deadlines
27. 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:
28. Competitive salary and annual incentive plans
29. Continuous learning - you’ll develop the approach and skills to navigate whatever comes next
30. Success as defined by you - we’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way
31. Diverse and inclusive culture - you’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs
32. Excellent Adoption and Parental leave options
33. 25 days plus UK public holidays
34. Pension Plan with up to 10% employer contribution
35. Company paid BUPA Medical Plan
36. Short Term Sickness: 100% pay for the first 26 weeks
37. Long Term Sickness: 66.67% of annual salary from 27th week
38. 6x annual salary life insurance
39. Learning Together Programme to support your on-going personal and career development
40. 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:
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.
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)