Manufacturing Operations Analyst (Executive Assistant) – Production Control & Materials Management

Manufacturing Operations Analyst (Executive Assistant) – Production Control & Materials Management

Company:

The Boeing Company

Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS) has an exciting opportunity for a Manufacturing Operations Analyst (Executive Assistant) to support our Production Control and Materials Management team in Berkeley or Hazelwood, Missouri or Mesa, AZ

The Manufacturing Operations Analyst Executive Assistant will support the Materials Management leadership team by managing the executive operating rhythm, driving cross-functional priorities, and ensuring high-quality, confidential executive communications. Act as a trusted partner to synthesize data, lead organizational initiatives, and enable fact-based decision making.

Position Responsibilities:

• Own the executive operating rhythm: schedule and coordinate leadership forums, reviews, and recurring meetings; prepare agendas and ensure follow-up on actions
• Develop and present concise status updates on key priorities, commitments, and metrics to senior leadership
• Plan and execute organizational events, town halls, and leadership off-sites
• Lead and manage multiple, concurrent projects on behalf of the organization; maintain project schedules and ensure timely delivery
• Review, synthesize, and visualize data to inform recommendations and executive decisions
• Prepare high-quality, confidential executive communications, briefings, and presentations
• Model and drive accountability across teams through clear metrics, action tracking, and escalation when needed
• Drive cross-functional collaboration to align stakeholders and remove roadblocks
• Foster a problem-solving and continuous-improvement culture through coaching and process enhancements
• Build trusted relationships with business partners, peers, and direct reports; serve as a mentor and connector
• Ensure first-time quality for executive materials and protect the confidentiality of messaging and sensitive information

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options. 

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• 5+ years’ experience in executive support, chief of staff, program/project management, or operations in a production, manufacturing, or supply-chain environment
• Proven experience coordinating executive operating rhythms and preparing executive-level briefings
• Strong analytical skills with experience synthesizing quantitative and qualitative data for leadership
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; polished presentation development and storytelling
• Demonstrated ability to lead multiple projects concurrently and drive results across teams
• High level of discretion and experience handling confidential information

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Experience in aerospace, manufacturing, or complex supply-chain organizations
• Project management certification (PMP, Scrum Master) or Lean/Six Sigma training
• Advanced degree (MBA or related) or equivalent experience
• Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) and advanced Excel skills

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 is met as outlined in our policies. 

Additional Information:

• This position requires travel up to 25% of the time

Shift:

• This role is primarily first shift; however, there may be additional shift requirements to support program objectives

Relocation:

• Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense

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.  

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