Interiors Certification Engineering Manager (K Level)
Boeing · Charleston, SC
- Level
- Manager
- Team
- Manufacturing
- Base pay
- $138k–$186k
- Degree
- Required
- Experience asked
- 7+ years
- Industry
- Aerospace & defense
- Posted
- 3 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A management manufacturing role at Boeing (aerospace & defense) in Charleston, SC. Oversee a team of Payloads Engineering Unit Members (E-UMs)*, E-UMs in training, and support staff.
- They ask for
- 7+ years · degree required
- Tools it names
- Value stream mapping
- Base pay
- $138k–$186k
Read from the posting. The full description is below.
From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026
Manufacturing Engineer roles in South Carolina: typical posted base $100k–$125k. This one lists $138k–$186k.
Median of the low and high ends of 7 live postings that list pay, out of 25 manufacturing engineer openings in South Carolina, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
South Carolina plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →
How this role compares
Against 24 other live manufacturing postings in South Carolina.
- Base pay
- About 44% above similar roles
- Experience asked
- More than usual (7+ vs 5+)
Typical $100k–$125k, from 6 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- Lean 60%
- Tooling 52%
- New product launch 36%
- Root cause 36%
- FMEA 32%
- Kaizen 28%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
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Responsibilities
- ◆Oversee a team of Payloads Engineering Unit Members (E-UMs)*, E-UMs in training, and support staff. Payloads E-UMs are delegated by the FAA to find compliance in one or more of the following areas: Interior Arrangements, Physical Security, Oxygen Systems, Water & Waste Systems, Evacuation Systems, Cargo Systems, Galley Mechanical Equipment, Fire Containment, Fire Protection, and Flammability.
- ◆Manage team assignments to support Boeing commitments.
- ◆Coordinate with design, certification, and production teams to remove roadblocks.
- ◆Provide coaching and development opportunities that enable team performance and quality.
- ◆Facilitate resolution of technical or interpersonal issues.
- ◆Mitigate risk of interference as described by 14 CFR § 183.57 (c) and Title 49 USC § 44742.
- ◆Recruit and manage the development of new E-UMs to maintain a healthy population.
- ◆Support maintenance of E-UM credentials through performance reviews, training schedules, & adherence to approved policies/processes.
- ◆Promote an open, respectful, and collaborative culture across the value stream.
- ◆Lead and contribute to initiatives that improve the certification system.
- ◆Support an excellent working-together relationship with our regulators.
- ◆Support the E-UM Administrator in resolving issues and communicating regulatory policy.
(Required Skills and Experience)
- ✓Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (with a focus on Mechanical, Civil, Aerospace Aeronautical or Material Sciences)
- ✓7+ years of experience in engineering roles with design, integrations and/or certification responsibilites
- ✓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 have completed the Boeing internal course “Exploring Leadership.”
- ✓Demonstrated ability to build consensus among stakeholders with differing perspectives
- ✓Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including experience presenting to leadership
(Desired Skills and Experience)
- ✓5+ years of experience within the aerospace industry
- ✓Exceptional problem solving and technical skills
- ✓Extensive project management skills
- ✓Experience working in Payloads or Interiors Engineering design, certification, or integration teams
- ✓Experience working with E-UMs or other FAA representatives
- ✓Knowledge of Boeing certification processes
- ✓Familiarity with Organization Delegation Authorization (ODA) & the Boeing Procedures Manual (BPM)
Requirements
Not Applicable
Education
Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent
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Interiors Certification Engineering Manager (K Level)
Company
The Boeing Company
Boeing Commercial Airplanes (BCA) is seeking an Interiors Certification Engineering Manager (K Level) to lead a high-performing team ensuring the safety and certification of commercial airplane products in North Charleston, South Carolina .
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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.
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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: $137,700 - $186,300
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Relocation
This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.
Export Control Requirement
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.
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Security Clearance
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Contingent Upon Award Program
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