Production Test Team Lead

Company: Boeing
Location: North Charleston
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

Production Test Team Lead Company: The Boeing Company Boeing Commercial Airplanes (BCA) is currently seeking a Production Test Team Lead to join the B-Deck Final Assembly Team in North Charleston, South Carolina on 2nd shift. The Team Lead will be performing tasks in the following areas: pre-shift planning, crew meetings FOD Walk, team status updates, labor loss, production control, training, process improvement, Compliance and Lean/BPS (Boeing Production System). The candidate must have Testing Experience (SME) and maintain all necessary certifications to perform the job. Position Responsibilities: Performs complex production testing on parts and equipment, both mechanical and electrical, subassemblies and aircraft systems, equipment and accessories using manual or automated testing tools Building effective resource plans by coordinating with peer team leads to mitigating and managing schedule/building conflicts Identifies and communicates risks to First Line Leader. Updates and communicates BPS metrics Identify KPI improvement actions Able to work pre and post shift overtime as required to assess status of build, assign daily work, cover for labor loss, in times of surge and rework Leads team in daily safety check-in Monitors and reports daily progress to plan Works with support organizations and First Line Leader to mitigate performance risk Documents and communicates shift turnover Establishes overtime requirements and staffing. Responsible for monitoring and controlling FOD, 5S and Tools Utilizes Rapid Problem Solving (RPS) and coordinates with Line Side Control Center (LSCC) to address issues Create standardized work instructions Support teammates to improve their job performance, including identifying training Responsible for BPS process improvements Leads Kamishibai audits and Gemba walks Exhibits Boeing Behaviors Must maintain all necessary certifications to perform the job Daily plans submitted in Digital Full Kit (DFK) This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at North Charleston, SC (BSC) Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status. Aerospace Technician and Mechanic Aptitude Virtual Job Tryout: To be considered for this position you will be required to complete a technical assessment as part of the selection process. Failure to complete the assessment will remove you from consideration. Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience): 5 years of aerospace, fabrication, or manufacturing experience 5 years of formal and/or informal leadership experience 2 years operations process involving the 787 Airplane Program 2 years utilizing Velocity, REDARS and other Boeing specific applications 2 years of experience in IVT (Visual tracker) 2 years of experience working Plan of Action Milestone (POAM) writing, tracking, and management 2 years of experience in system troubleshooting and diagnosing 2 years of experience using Microsoft tools (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) Willing to work 2nd shift as required by the position Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience): 3 years of experience in a leadership role 3 years of experience in EPLAN 3 years of structures experience 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 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. Shift This position is for 2nd shift. 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: $72,000-$76,000 Language Requirements: Not Applicable Education: Not Applicable Relocation: Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position. Export Control Requirement: This is not an Export Control position. Safety Sensitive: This is not a Safety Sensitive Position. Security Clearance: This position does not require a Security Clearance. Visa Sponsorship: Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status. Contingent Upon Award Program This position is not contingent upon program award Shift: Shift 2 (United States of America) Stay safe from recruitment fraud! 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