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Program Manager - Studies & Proposals
Boeing Company · 🇺🇸 USA - El Segundo, CA
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The posting rules out sponsorship or requires citizenship/clearance.
- Employer is on a government sponsor recordThe US Department of Labor certified 72 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 7 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
- The posting doesn’t mention sponsorshipSilence isn’t a refusal — ask the recruiter before investing much time.
- No salary bar for this routeH-1B has no fixed salary bar: the employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for the role and area. Cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level. Source: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/12/29/2025-23853/weighted-selection-process-for-registrants-and-petitioners-seeking-to-file-cap-subject-h-1b, rules effective 2026-02-27.
- What Boeing Company paid sponsored hires in similar roles2 certified filings for “Electrical And Electronic Engineering Manager” (Architectural and Engineering Managers) in WA: $221k–$221k, median $221k. Most were filed at wage level IV (100%) — 4 lottery entries, ≈61% projected selection odds for cap-subject employers. Source: US Department of Labor LCA disclosure data (Oct 2025 – Jun 2026).
- Citizenship requirement statedFrom the posting’s own wording.
- Security clearance mentionedFrom the posting’s own wording.
- Confirmed live todayWhen a source last listed this job as open.
US H-1B: cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level — Level I gets 1 entry, Level IV gets 4 (DHS projected selection odds ≈15% at Level I to ≈61% at Level IV). Universities and non-profit research employers are cap-exempt. The $100,000 fee for new petitions from abroad is currently blocked by a court order (appeal pending).
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The US Department of Labor certified 72 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 7 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
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About the role
Program Manager - Studies & Proposals Company: The Boeing Company Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) has an exciting opportunity for a Program Manager - Studies & Proposals , to lead the development of advanced systems and capabilities for the National Space Communications Programs (NSCP) team in El Segundo, California . This role is focused on shaping and leading the competitive study phase for a next-generation NSCP system, building on decades of Boeing heritage, expertise, and innovative technologies. The role will also contribute to a rich portfolio of space and ground terminal developments, involving a mix of on-contract execution work and pre-award new business activities. The ideal candidate is a technical and strategic leader. The position requires (1) interfacing with Boeing and government stakeholders to understand operational environments and mission needs, (2) leading multi-disciplinary teams to architect and design next-generation space and ground systems that are differentiated from the competition, (3) engaging with technology partners inside and outside of Boeing, (4) preparing and delivering presentations to senior government customers in the Washington DC area, and (5) supporting new business activities such as competitive assessments, NSCP representation at Industry Days, and proposal preparation. The ideal candidate has demonstrated the ability to work within broad and minimally-defined technical and programmatic areas and effectively lead integrated efforts. Clear and concise, written and oral communication of complex subjects to Boeing leadership and all levels of customers is required. Position Responsibilities: • Leadership : Manage, develop and motivate employees and teams. Develop and maintain relationships and partnerships with customers, suppliers, stakeholders, peers, partners, management and direct reports • Outreach : Develop and implement customer and program communications and contact plans. Maintain and advance customer relationships to proactively address future needs • Identify future business opportunities and promote the value of company portfolio and partnership • Architecture Development : Lead multi-disciplinary team through study phase culminating in System Design Review • Exceed customer expectations on technical merit, pathfinder objectives, affordability, and schedule • Provide expertise in the development of customer solutions. • Use advanced knowledge of current and future company products to initiate customer discussions • Consult with management to balance customer expectations and company resources • Technology Development : Guide internally and customer-funded research & development (IR&D/CR&D) efforts to produce differentiated solutions • Identify future R&D efforts that maximize return on investment • Maintain awareness of industry trends to support competitive assessments and advise on teaming arrangements • Advocacy : Prepare and present NSCP status, accomplishment, and future plans to government stakeholders • Apply consultative approach to help customers achieve objectives • Proposals : Coordinate inputs for new business proposals involving multiple Boeing business units, engineering functions and subsidiaries to capture and keep programs sold Boeing First-Line Leader Assessment: To be considered for this position, you will be required to complete an assessment as part of the selection process. Failure to complete the assessment will remove you from consideration. Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience): • Candidates must have at least one year of experience in a leadership role (team leader, temp manager, large scale cross functional project/program management, or formal manager experience) OR completion of the Boeing in