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The Boeing Company is seeking a Manufacturing Planner to join the F/A-18 Service Life Modification (SLM) team in San Antonio, TX.
Boeing is the world's largest aerospace company and leading manufacturer of commercial airplanes and defense, space and security systems. We are engineers and technicians. Skilled scientists and problem solvers; and optimists. At Boeing, we are all innovators on a mission to connect, protect, explore and inspire. From the seabed to outer space, you’ll learn and grow, contributing to work that shapes the world. Come, build your future with us!
The F/A-18 Service Life Modification (SLM) team in San Antonio, TX is currently experiencing rapid growth, with new capability incorporation into the modification line and a substantial increase of aircraft inductions over the next several years. The selected candidate will be a key addition to the SLM Program and will lead important elements of the program to include the Standard Repair Manual (SRM) and the Service Life Assessment Program (SLAP) and Service Life Extension Program (SLEP) efforts. The ideal candidate has experience in manufacturing planning, project management, and can effectively lead and/or influence cross-functional teams to deliver on commitments.
This position is for 1st shift with a start times at either 6:00am or 9:30am CT.
Position Responsibilities
Assists in the development and implementation of production methodologies.
Participates as a member of an Integrated Product Team (IPT) in the integration of technical solutions.
Works with others to develop, identify and implement conceptual designs and maintenance of the program architecture for build.
Assists in creating and implementing manufacturing plans.
Resolves technical problems and assists in the implementation of new engineering principles, theories, advanced technologies, and concepts.
Interfaces with professional associations, suppliers, IPTs and internal customers to develop products, skills, knowledge, and experience
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills and Experience):
Prior experience in post-production systems with emphasis in military aircraft sustainment, repairs, and modification programs
Strong functional understanding of Production Planning (PP), Production Scheduling (PS), and Material Requirement Planning (MRP)
2+ years of experience with aircraft retrofit
1+ years of work-related experience and an Associate’s degree OR an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills and Experience):
Prior experience with the F/A-18 platform
Prior experience in maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) environment
Bachelor's Degree in technical field preferred but not required
Relocation:
This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility. Note: Basic relocation will be offered for eligible internal candidates.
Conflict of Interest:
Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.
Drug Free Workplace:
Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace (DFW) where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.
The Boeing 401(k) helps you save for your future, with contributions from Boeing that can help you grow your retirement savings. Our best-in-class retirement benefit features:
Best in class 401(k) plan: we'll match your contributions dollar for dollar, up to 10% of eligible pay with Immediate 100% vesting
Student Loan Match: The Boeing 401(k) Student Loan Match allows eligible enrolled U.S. employees to have their qualified student loan debt payments counted, along with any match-eligible contributions they make, for purposes of determining the Company Match to employees' Boeing 401(k) accounts.
Pay & Benefits:
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:
Level 2: $61,200 - $82,800
Level 3: $73,100 - $98,900
Applications for this position will be accepted until Jul. 24, 2026
Export Control Requirements:
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.
Export Control Details:
US based job, US Person required
Relocation
This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.
Security Clearance
This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.
Visa Sponsorship
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
Shift
This position is for 1st shift
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
