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Job Description

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The Boeing Company is currently seeking a Principal Software Engineer-Systems to support our Advanced Design and Prototype Solutions (ADaPS) team located in Huntsville, Alabama. This position will focus on supporting the Boeing Defense Services (BDS) business organization.

This person will direct development and maintenance of air and missile defense architectures across an array of programs and domains. The candidate will be responsible to identify and drive commonality; guide the adoption of DevSecOps principles in program execution and enable new capabilities via software-driven solutions.

IAMD programs currently include PAC3 SBV, PAC3 Block III / IV, IFPC, and ABMD. Common aspects include seeker software architectures, GNC architectures, and applications of the Weapons Open Systems Architecture (WOSA) standard. Common aspects also exist in the factory testing equipment, including construction and testing of thermal, shock and vibe, sensor, GNC, and power systems.

The IAMD business area is looking to address two business needs : (1) The need to plan, coordinate, and drive updates in software development approaches for both flight and ground to allow for more rapid deployment to the field and higher production rates at the factory across the whole IAMD portfolio; (2) A single software technical lead that aligns with IAMD Chief Engineers to coordinate / execute decisions, trade studies, communication, and technical approaches to resolve system issues across the set of programs.

A significant business goal will be to identify and enable factory automation leading to less rework and / or to factory capacity improvements. This is the number one priority of our Army customer and will require changes in SW test, automated deployment, introduction of robotics, and the possible use of AI concepts. These responsibilities will be performed on site.

Position Responsibilities :

• The IAMD Programs SW Lead Engineer will be responsible for creating and leading implementation of architecture roadmaps for the factory and electronics (embedded) software products and represent the SW team as part of the Chief Engineer's leadership team.
• Directs software system-level analyses to identify risk, issues and opportunities; consults on integration and deployment of mitigation actions throughout the software lifecycle. Also, directs monitoring and reviewing test completion, verification processes and issue resolution for software systems.
• Coordinate and provide direction to technical software leaders from each program who are themselves senior engineers. This position will also be expected to interact with Program Management on program planning, and to interact with Army and prime customers.

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

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills / Experience) :

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills / Experience) :

Travel : less than 10%

Drug Free Workplace :

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace (DFW) where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Pay & Benefits :

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.

The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary pay range for Principal Level : $181,050 - $244,950

Applications for this position will be accepted until Oct. 31, 2025

Export Control Requirements : This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a "U.S. Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. 120.15 is required. "U.S. Person" includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Export Control Details : US based job, US Person required

Relocation

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Security Clearance

This position requires an active U.S. Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active)

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

This position is for 1st shift

Equal Opportunity Employer :

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military / veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.