Experienced R&T Portfolio Specialist

Company:

Boeing Aerospace Spain, SL

Boeing Technology Innovation - Europe is seeking an Experienced R&T Portfolio Specialist to support the seamless execution and integration of BTIE’s research portfolio within Boeing’s global research organization. This role is critical in ensuring operational efficiency, maintaining rigorous program management controls, and fostering effective communication across teams. The ideal candidate will play a key role in coordinating with the technical managers to avoid budget overruns and secure timely project delivery, thereby contributing to the continuity of program management execution and supporting ongoing business-critical activities. This position requires both analytical capabilities and interpersonal skills to engage successfully with a variety of stakeholders across the organization.

Hiring details:

• This requisition is for a locally hired position in Madrid. Benefits and pay are determined at the local level and are not part of Boeing U.S. based payroll

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

Position Responsibilities

Program Management – Cost & Time Control

• Ensure proper and timely budget allocation for projects, monitoring and controlling program budgets, schedules, and resource allocation

• Support technical managers in managing financial forecasts, actuals, and variance analysis

• Provide timely and accurate reporting on program cost and timeline performance

Program Management – Scope & Quality Control

• Support the definition and tracking of project scope and deliverables, ensuring adherence to program objectives, milestones, and quality standards

• Assist with continuous improvement initiatives and ensure compliance with internal procedures

• Coordinate quality reviews and post-project evaluations

Technology Integrator Activities

• Contribute to the integration of technology portfolios and collaboration tools

• Support alignment of technical content across functions

• Facilitate interactions between engineering teams and business operations for cross-functional consistency

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Strong proficiency in data analytics tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, Excel, Python)

• Solid understanding of project lifecycle, budget management, and timeline tracking

• Effective communicator with a proactive approach to solving problems

• Rights to work in Spain

• Fluency in English

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree or higher from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), mathematics, data science, or computer science or related field

• Familiarity with project management methodologies and tools (e.g., MS Project, Jira)

• Experience in developing or supporting cloud-based and on-premises tools (e.g. Azure Dev Ops) or websites

• Background in aerospace, R&D, or technology integration environments

• Knowledge of quality and continuous improvement systems

Key Competencies

• Analytical Thinking: Ability to interpret data and translate it into meaningful insights

• Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills across diverse teams

• Collaboration: Experience working in matrixed, international environments

• Adaptability: Comfortable with ambiguity and shifting priorities in a fast-paced setting

• Strong Communicator: Contribute to information sharing across geographies

Language Requirements:

Not Applicable

Education:

Not Applicable

Relocation:

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this 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:

Not a Shift Worker (Spain)