Senior Software EngineerVehicle Management Systems (Hiring Immediately)

Job Description

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The Boeing Company is currently seeking a Senior Software EngineerVehicle Management Systems to join the Air Dominance division located in Berkeley, MO . This position will focus on supporting multiple fighter programs (including F-15, F / A-18) for the Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) business organization.

The VMS Software Team is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to support the development and maintenance of flight and subsystem control software for multiple fighter programs. The successful candidate will work with an existing team of real-time embedded software engineers; guidance, navigation and control (GNC) engineers; and hardware engineers to develop safety critical software on the F-15, F / A-18. VMS software integrates flight control laws, aircraft surface command, aircraft sensor signal processing and subsystem control to ensure controlled flight. The software developed will include application layer software and low-level infrastructure software which will require close collaboration with hardware / firmware vendors. The senior software engineer will not only take part in software development but will participate in the full development lifecycle; including requirements development, desktop test, lab test and support of flight test

Position Responsibilities :

Direct the implementation, deployment, and maintenance of safety critical software systems for LOR1 VMS applications.

Define and implement VMS architectures that align with customer needs and Boeing standards.

Direct verification and validation for VMS in compliance with internal (Design Practices) and industry standards and regulations (LOR1, 516C, DO-178, 882e).

Investigate and resolve VMS software-related issues reported by users or that occur during system operation.

Advise and partner with cross-functional engineering teams to identify, review, and inform requirements and specifications for VMS.

Provide technical leadership on the development of VMS and direct the integration of externally-generated functions into VMS.

Architects next generation VMS common application architecture for future updates to current models of the F / A-18 and F-15 fighter aircraft

Leads modernization roadmaps for legacy VMS solutions

Serves as the primary technical interface for AD VMS including advising management, shaping enterprise approaches, and working closely with customer counterparts.

Oversee the development and maintenance of software documentation, including design documents, user manuals, and technical specifications.

Influence research and implementation of current and emerging technologies, tools, frameworks, and methods in VMS software development.

Actively teach, mentor and share knowledge that helps further the growth and development of the organization

Security Clearance and Export Control Requirements :

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

Basic Qualifications :

10 years of experience with C, C++, and / or Python

10 years of experience with Version Control Software

Preferred Qualifications :

Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study, in Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science or other technical degree

Strong decision-making skills and the ability to work independently but also lead and guide smaller teams of less experienced software engineers.

Team leadership experience

Software development experience in a collaborative team environment using agile principles and a structured development process including code reviews and automated DevOps processes / tools

Experience using team collaboration tools including Git, Bitbucket, JIRA, and Confluence

Experience in software development using languages such as C, C++, Java, Ada, and / or Python

Experience working on an Agile team in a collaborative environment

Drug Free Workplace :

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace 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.

CodeVue Coding Challenge :

To be considered for this position you will be required to complete a technical assessment as part of the selection process. Failure to complete the assessment will remove you from consideration.

Total Rewards & Pay Transparency :

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 Senior Level : $156,400.00 - $211,600.00

Applications for this position will be accepted until Nov. 07, 2025

Export Control Requirements : This is not an Export Control position.

Relocation

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Security Clearance

This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim U.S. Secret Clearance Pre-Start and final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.

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.