Full-Time

Business Operations Specialist

Posted on 7/13/2026

Deadline 7/27/26
The Boeing Company

The Boeing Company

10,001+ employees

Global aerospace leader: aircraft, defense, space

Compensation Overview

$118.2k - $159.8k/yr

No H1B Sponsorship

North Charleston, SC, USA

In Person

On-site role; 1st shift.

Bachelor's, Master's

Category
Business & Strategy (1)
Required Skills
Power BI
Tableau
Data Analysis
Excel/Numbers/Sheets

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Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, Economics, Engineering, Operations Research, or a closely related discipline is required.
  • 10+ years' of progressive experience in business operations, program control, financial planning & analysis, sourcing strategy, or relevant related roles.
  • 5+ years' experience operating at a senior/senior-analyst or director-level capacity driving cross-functional decision-making and approvals.
  • 5+ years; demonstrated experience building and defending multi-year business cases, approval packages and governance-ready decision materials.
  • 5+ years experience collaborating with senior leaders and complex stakeholder networks (finance, PMO, sourcing, engineering, analytics, commercial) to drive alignment and execution.
  • 5+ years' hands-on experience in risk identification, scenario modeling, mitigation planning, and quantifying cost-to-complete and benefits realization.
  • 5+ years experience in strong data analysis and modeling skills; to include Excel
  • 5+ years' business intelligence / visualization experience (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) and familiarity with centralized program management systems.
  • Prior leadership/mentorship experience with a record of developing less-experienced staff.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication — ability to synthesize complex analyses into concise executive presentations.
Responsibilities
  • Lead development and integration of information management across organizations, change management, strategies, cost imperatives and deployment plans to meet multi-year business goals.
  • Deliver executive-ready presentations and decision materials; present recommendations to senior leadership and governance boards to obtain commitment and funding.
  • Prepare, validate and refine business cases and investment proposals by combining quantitative analysis, scenario modeling, and qualitative risk assessment.
  • Coordinate cross-functional review and alignment with Fulfillment, supply chain, manufacturing, program management, quality, engineering, and more to define scope and secure approvals.
  • Identify, quantify and prioritize risks and opportunities; develop and track mitigation plans and contingency actions.
  • Provide implementation direction for work, tracking commitments and ensuring downstream teams understand deliverables, timelines and acceptance criteria.
  • Establish and maintain management system data flows: collect, validate and report status of programs, customer/supplier commitments and compliance metrics.
  • Drive issue resolution to closure — escalate when appropriate and ensure lessons learned are incorporated into process improvements.
  • Mentor and coach less-experienced analysts; lead or contribute to initiatives that raise team capability and analytical rigor.
  • Champion continuous improvement and standardization of tools, templates and processes across the organization.
Desired Qualifications
  • Master’s degree (MBA, MS) preferred
  • PMP, PgMP, or similar program management certification.
  • Six Sigma/Lean certification (Green Belt or Black Belt).
  • Experience with SQL, Python, or other data tools for analysis is highly valued.
  • Financial Certification: CFA level or other advanced finance credentials a plus.

Boeing designs, builds, and sells airplanes, defense systems, and space vehicles for commercial, government, and space customers. Its products include commercial airliners like the 737, 747, 767, 777, and 787 families, as well as military aircraft (F-15, F/A-18, AH-64 Apache) and space programs (including contributions to the International Space Station and the Artemis program). Boeing’s offerings work by turning engineering designs into physical aircraft and spacecraft, supported by services such as maintenance, upgrades, and cybersecurity or autonomous systems to help customers operate more safely and efficiently. The company differentiates itself with a global manufacturing and service footprint, long-standing customer relationships, and a broad portfolio that spans civil aviation, defense, and space. Its goal is to help customers move people, goods, and ideas safely and reliably, while advancing aerospace technology and maintaining a robust international presence.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Arlington, Virginia

Founded

1916

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What believers are saying

  • Q2 2026 revenue reached $24.56 billion, with 631 million free cash flow.
  • Boeing delivered 171 aircraft in Q2 2026, its highest quarterly total since 2018.
  • Production is rising toward 47 monthly 737s, supporting stronger 2027 cash generation.

What critics are saying

  • Air Force One overruns exceeded $3.1 billion; Boeing absorbs every fixed-price loss.
  • 777X remains uncertified in 2026, delaying cash and risking customer defections to Airbus.
  • 2026 layoffs and 787 engineering shifts to South Carolina signal persistent operational strain.

What makes The Boeing Company unique

  • Boeing's 715.3 billion backlog and 2026 737-7 certification deepen customer lock-in.
  • FAA certification for 737-7 unlocks deliveries after nearly a decade of delays.
  • Commercial, defense, and space segments diversify Boeing beyond single-program dependence.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account

401(k) Retirement Plan

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

-3%

1 year growth

-3%

2 year growth

-3%
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