The Boeing Company
Defense, Space & Security
SoftwareSystemsEngineer(Senior/Lead)
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“Software Systems Engineer (Senior/Lead) at The Boeing Company. Skills: Software Systems Engineering, Command and Control (C2) software solutions, Scaled agile methodology, DevSecOps environment, Product Owner/Technical Leadership. Develop and maintain requirements, architecture, algorithms, interfaces, and design for high-performance Command and Control (C2) software solutions. Lead software development activities in the scaled agile methodology utilizing a DevSecOps environment”
Industry & Context.
Critical thinking; Troubleshooting
Ability to obtain a DoD Secret Clearance (interim prestart, final post-start), 10% Travel, Must meet U. S. export control compliance requirements (U. S. Person), Technical assessment as part of the selection process, Relocation based on candidate eligibility, 100% onsite
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's Degree, Requires the ability to obtain a DoD Secret Clearance (interim prestart, final post-start), 5+ years of experience with systems engineering or software development on space-based or ground-based systems, 3+ years of experience leading software development projects, 3+ years of experience with software development using either Java, C++, or Python, Experience with Flight Dynamics / Orbital Analysis or Satellite Management Systems or Ground control management
Nice to Have
Level 4: 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, Level 5: 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 14+ years of related work experience OR Bachelor’s Degree and 18+ years of directly related work experience OR 22+ years of related, relevant experience, Experience as a Product Owner/Technical Lead, Experience with database technologies (SQL/NoSQL), Experience with messaging systems (e.g., Kafka, ActiveMQ), Experience with data streaming technologies (e.g., CCSDS), Familiarity with containerization tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes), Familiarity with orchestration platforms, Experience designing and implementing CI/CD pipelines in GitLab to automate testing, builds, and deployment workflows, Experience with various formal acceptance testing activities (e.g., Formal Qualification Test -FQT, Factory Acceptance Test - FAT, Site Acceptance Test - SAT), Active TS/SCI or DoD Top Secret clearance
What You'll Do.
Develop and maintain requirements
and design for high-performance Command and Control (C2) software solutions
Lead software development activities in the scaled agile methodology utilizing a DevSecOps environment
Support software development activities and integrating completed software components into a fully functional software system
Perform day-to-day activities in the areas of Product Owner/Technical Leadership
Design and Direction of software product(s)
Implement a structured approach to defining and meeting a development and integration schedule alongside a rigorously managed cost baseline
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Progress demonstration presentations to customer representatives and program/IPT leadership; Support IPT by implementing a structured approach to defining and meeting a development and integration schedule alongside a rigorously managed cost baseline
Communication Scope
Progress demonstration presentations
Process & Methodology
Leading software development projects, Scaled agile methodology, DevSecOps environment, Development and integration schedule management, Cost baseline management
Full Job Description
Software Systems Engineer (Senior/Lead) **Company:** The Boeing Company The Boeing Company is looking for multiple **Software Systems Engineers (Senior / Lead)** to join the Ground Software Engineering team located in **El Segundo, CA**. This position will focus on supporting the Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) Satellite Systems Software Engineering organization. Our team creates the software tools and services for the world’s highest performing satellite/ground systems for USG and Commercial customers. We work with space customers in the development of the next generation ground systems. This is an opportunity to work in a rapid development environment using modern technology, architecture, and tools. Our team works within an agile methodology using a CI/CD environment; integrated with automated testing, vulnerability, & quality scanning capabilities. Your skills and interests will be matched to available roles within the program IPT inclusive of Product Owner and Team Lead. This senior position requires proven experience within the software ecosystem, a unique background of project experience, and the clear exhibition of superior judgment and decision making to engineer new solutions and capabilities. Critical thinking and troubleshooting skills are required! At The Boeing Company, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. From the seabed to outer space, you can contribute to work that matters with a company where diversity, equity and inclusion are shared values. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us. **Position Responsibilities:** • Develop and maintain requirements, architecture, algorithms, interfaces, and design for high-performance Command and Control (C2) software solutions. • Lead software development activities in the scaled agile methodology utilizing a DevSecOps environment. Supporting s
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