Chief Software Engineering Manager
At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. 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. Tapestry Solutions, A Boeing Company, brings over 30 years of industry experience designing, implementing, training, and supporting high-quality, cost-effective information technology and business intelligence solutions. With a dedicated team of approximately 500 professionals, we proudly serve 75 defense, commercial, and government clients across more than 50 U.S. locations and 9 countries worldwide. As a trusted partner, our employees embody our core values by consistently delivering excellence, taking full ownership, and developing innovative solutions that enable critical missions and ensure the safety of our global customers and team members. Joining Tapestry Solutions means enjoying the best of both worlds : access to the vast resources of Boeing combined with the agility and people-focused, family-oriented culture of a small business where your contributions truly matter. We are seeking a dynamic and visionary Chief Software Engineering Manager in Swansea, IL or Maryland Heights, MO to lead our technology strategy and oversee both software development and information technology (IT) services to serve our team and meet the demands of our government and commercial clients. This leader will play a critical role in shaping the technological direction of the company, ensuring that our offerings are aligned with industry standards, government regulations, and best practices in IT management. This is an exciting opportunity to help lead our business into the future, focused on serving as a trusted partner to our customers, providing exceptional software products and services in support of U.S. and foreign military defense operations.
Position Responsibilities :
- Develop and execute the technology vision and strategy for Tapestry, ensuring alignment with overall business objectives and government requirements
- Drive innovation in software development practices, methodologies, and technologies to enhance product offerings and improve service delivery
- Lead the technical requirements and resource allocation in support of capture activities, including proposal development and solution design
- Oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of our IT infrastructure, ensuring it supports the software development lifecycle and meets the operational needs of the organization
- Establish and enforce cybersecurity policies and practices to protect sensitive government data and ensure compliance with federal regulations
- Lead and mentor a team of software engineers, IT professionals, and technical staff, fostering a culture of collaboration, continuous learning, and high performance
- Collaborate with government and commercial clients, partners, and internal stakeholders to understand their needs and translate them into technical solutions
- Oversee the technology budget, ensuring efficient allocation of resources including vendor relationships to support development initiatives, IT operations, and infrastructure needs
- Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and competitive landscape to identify opportunities for growth and innovation in both software and IT services
- Identify potential risks associated with technology initiatives and develop mitigation strategies to address them
- Manage and provide developmental opportunities for employees and mid-level managers
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills / Experience) :
10+ years of leadership experience in software development, with a focus on government contracting and servicesA demonstrated track record of managing technical teams and driving successful projects5+ years of budget responsibility3+ years of experience providing technical software development direction in support of capture and business development activitiesIn-depth knowledge of the entire SDLC process including software development methodologies (Agile, DevOps, etc.)Familiarity with government regulations and compliance standards related to software development and cybersecurityExcellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders at all levels internally and externallyStrong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a strategic mindsetExperience with budget management and resource allocationPreferred Qualifications (Desired Skills / Experience) :
Prior experience as a Chief Technology Officer5+ years of experience in IT operations management, with a focus on government contracting and services including government regulations and compliance standards related to IT operationsKnowledge of best practices in IT infrastructure managementExperience working within a subsidiary of a large companyApplications for this position will be accepted until Nov. 01, 2025