Boeing
Defense, Space & Security
LeadSoftwareSystemsEngineer
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“Lead Software Systems Engineer at Boeing. Skills: Software Systems Engineering, Open Mission Software (OMS) Battle Management Command & Control (BMC2) Software development, Agile methodologies. Lead software lifecycle activities. Translate system-level requirements into software requirements and models”
What You'll Achieve.
Ensure traceability and alignment with the customer’s operational, and performance needs; Meet stringent quality, safety, security, and certification standards; Monitor product and process alignment with project plans and industry standards
Industry & Context.
Risk analysis; Mitigation efforts; Issue resolution
Active Secret U. S. Security Clearance, U. S. Citizenship Required, Travel up to 10% of the time, Must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process, Required to complete a technical assessment as part of the selection process, Union-represented position, Export Control Requirement: U. S. Person as defined by 22 C. F. R. §120. 62 is required., Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's Degree, Active Secret U. S. Security Clearance, 9+ years’ experience with software development processes, 5+ years’ experience designing and developing software using Python, C/C++, C# and/or Java, Experience with tactical data links (e.g. , Link-16), Experience with integrated ground and flight command, control, and communication systems, Experience in a Customer-Facing role, Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Nice to Have
Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science and 9+ years of related work experience OR Bachelor’s Degree and 13+ years of directly related work experience OR 17+ years of related, relevant experience, Hands-on experience with Multifunctional Information Distribution System (MIDS) and Joint Tactical Radio System (JTRS), including: TTNT and TDMA technologies., MIDS integration with Link 16 network experience, Command and Control (C2) instances, Experience with MIL-STD-6016(aka Link 16) systems and standards, Proficiency in Information Exchange Requirements (IER), with the ability to trace from J message to requirements (and vice versa), Experience in software systems engineering within defense or aerospace sectors, Understanding of software development lifecycle and quality assurance, Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills
What You'll Do.
Lead software lifecycle activities
Translate system-level requirements into software requirements and models
Develop next generation Open Mission Software (OMS) Battle Management Command & Control (BMC2) Software
Lead software lifecycle activities as an Agile Product
Program Increment planning
Oversee product and process alignment with project plans and industry standards
Champion the adoption of emerging development technologies and techniques
and maintenance of software systems meeting stringent quality
and certification standards
Collaborates with stakeholders to define system requirements and translate them into software requirements and models
Conducts and reviews software system-level analyses to identify risks
and leads mitigation efforts
Leads code reviews ensuring compliance with requirements and standards
Oversees test completion
verification processes
Develops program documentation as needed
Monitors product and process alignment with project plans and industry standards
Leads software project management and assists with supplier management activities
Implements current and emerging technologies
and frameworks relevant to software development
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Partnership with stakeholders to translate system-level requirements into software requirements and models; Collaborates with stakeholders to define system requirements and translate them into software requirements and models
Communication Scope
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills
Process & Methodology
Agile Product, Program Increment planning, Software project management
Full Job Description
Lead Software Systems Engineer **Company:** The Boeing Company **Boeing Defense, Space & Security** (BDS) has an exciting opportunity for a **Lead Software Systems Engineer** to support the E-7A Mission team in **Tukwila, WA.** This role requires a strong partnership with stakeholders to translate system-level requirements into software requirements and models, ensuring traceability and alignment with the customer’s operational, and performance needs. The motivated and talented individual will develop next generation Open Mission Software (OMS) Battle Management Command & Control (BMC2) Software primarily for USAF E-7A, but also support other Airborne Surveillance, Command and Control (ASC2) programs like E-3 AWACS, 767 AWACS, and other 737 Airborne Early Warning & Control Aircraft. These aircraft represent the world’s standard for airborne early warning and control systems, filling the need for both command-and-control functions for tactical and air defense forces, take a look at our video: [https://youtu.be/nqzG2ORPJgI?si=KpBHcojc3CE7Rgsq](https://youtu.be/nqzG2ORPJgI?si=KpBHcojc3CE7Rgsq) The ideal candidate will lead software lifecycle activities as an Agile Product Owner; this includes but not limited to code reviews, risk analysis, and Program Increment planning. You will also oversee product and process alignment with project plans and industry standards, and champion the adoption of emerging development technologies and techniques. This is in support of multiple customers and air platforms. **_Position Responsibilities:_** * Leads design, development, and maintenance of software systems meeting stringent quality, safety, security, and certification standards * Collaborates with stakeholders to define system requirements and translate them into software requirements and models * Conducts and reviews software system-level analyses to identify risks, issues, and opportunities; leads mitigation efforts * Leads code reviews ensuring compliance with requirements an
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