We value the diverse skills and experiences that can be gained away from the workforce. Whether you’re a parent, caregiver or otherwise returning from an extended absence, Boeing’s Return Flight Program provides you with a pathway to return to your career after an extended break and contribute to meaningful work that helps humanity take flight.

The Return Flight experience

Return Flight is a holistic paid workforce re-entry and support program. The program offers contract employment of varying lengths based on location that lasts for a minimum of 12 weeks. Return Flight also provides the potential for full-time employment upon successful completion of the contract period.

The program focuses on learning, development, and workplace transition. This includes a tailored onboarding and program orientation, foundational upskilling, personal coaching sessions, and professional and leadership skills development. 

You will be paired with a professional coach, mentor, and buddy to support your return to work and professional development. Together, we will help you develop your internal professional network.

Once the Return Flight program has been successfully completed, the skills you have gained and developed will give you the confidence to keep growing your career.

Eligibility requirements

  • A continuous or combined break in employment lasting at least 12 months.
  • Mid-career level of professional experience prior to the break.
  • Previous experience relevant to our areas of business, include but are not limited to: IT/software, project management, systems engineering and management, design, supply management, research, quality management, procurement, business operations, and bid writing. (See individual roles for specific skill requirements.)
  • Fluency in English. Additional fluency in the local language may be required.

How to apply

To apply to the Return Flight Program, select one of the following job links that meets your area of experience and authorized work location. Submit your resume in PDF file format and label it with, “ReturnFlight_your name”.

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