Spirt Defense - Program Control Manager

Wichita, Kansas Job

ID 2026-16723

Category Finance Role Type Onsite Post Date May 13, 2026 At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We're committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that's welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us. This role is at Spirit AeroSystems, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of The Boeing Company, at Spirit's Defense Business Unit ("Spirit Defense"). Spirit Defense is an independent supplier to the defense and space marketplace. Through innovative engineering and rapid prototyping excellence, Spirit Defense provides the capabilities, technologies and support customers need to succeed in their missions.

Position Responsibilities:

Provide direct supervision activities, including completion of performance goals and reviews, assigning work scope to employees, reviewing and approving timecards, and ensuring employees operate according to company policies and procedure s Develop employee skills and evaluate employee performance on assigned responsibilities, including: Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS) implementation and analysis; support and guidance to PMs and CAMs; analysis and preparation of cost and schedule reports; development, analysis and review of EACs; variance analysis research and reporting; and reconciliations to SA P Support Integrated Baseline Reviews (IBR) and Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA) Joint Surveillance Reviews (JSR) audit s Responsible for ensuring contract deliverables are completed and submitted on a timely manner (CFSR, CSDR, IPMR, CWBS ) Focus team on achieving uncompromising quality in all products and services, accountability and team performance . Ensure team fully understands their roles and impact on financial result s Act as the primary interface with the program office, functional leadership, and external auditing agencies regarding EVMS related tasks/efforts, requirements, issues, analysis, and performance measure s Support proposal preparation, fact-finding and contract negotiations as needed to ensure cost management issues are represente d Act as primary point of contact with customer counterpart, and maintain a positive working relationship to improve communication and stay on top of any potential cost and/or schedule issue s Perform in a fast paced, frequently changing, and demand driven environmen t Ability to travel up to 10% as business needs dictat e This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at our Wichita, KS, location Basic Qualifications (Required Skills and Experience): Bachelor's degree in accounting, business, finance, or related fiel d 5+ years of related accounting, business, and/or finance experienc e 2+ years of experience developing and presenting business strategies, financial information, and/or risk assessments to leadership team s Ability to obtain a U.S. Secret Security Clearance and Special Program Access (for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship ) Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience): Active U.S. Secret Security Clearance and Special Program Acces s Master's degree in business (MBA ) Experience leading a team, either as a lead, functional manager, or matrix manage r Extensive knowledge of Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS) and financial analysi s Working knowledge of EVMS Software (i.e. MPM or Cobra), SAP, Microsoft Office Suite and Accounting principle s Strong analytical skill s Experience in Aerospace and/or Defense programs and familiarity with Integrated Program Management Report (IPMR) and/or Integrated Program Management Data and Analysis Report (IPMDAR ) Advanced proficiency in Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS) such as Deltek Cobra and MPM, and accounting systems such as SA P Experience interfacing with government audit agencies such as DCMA and DCAA, as well as Internal Audi t

Union:

This is a union-represented position.

Drug Free Workplace:

We are 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.

Pay & Benefits:

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. We also provide 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:

$95,520- $146,050

Kansas Tax Credit:

Join Spirit AeroSystems' Kansas team and you may be eligible for a $5,000 state of Kansas Aviation tax credit for up to five years. Click here for more information on the tax credit.

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.

Export Control Requirements:

Export Control Requirements:

This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a "U.S. Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 is required. "U.S. Person" includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee. 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. Your Benefits No matter where you are in life, our benefits help prepare you for the present and the future. Generous company match to your 401(k). Industry-leading tuition assistance program pays your institution directly. Fertility, adoption, and surrogacy benefits. Up to $10,000 gift match when you support your favorite nonprofit organizations. These programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other conditions, which may differ for employees of certain subsidiaries or business units, or union-represented employees depending on bargaining agreement terms. If this information conflicts with the program documents, the latter shall control. This material is informational only.