Senior Software Engineer | Advanced Ground Architecture (AGA)

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Seal Beach, CA, USA
In-Office
161K-232K Annually
Senior level
Aerospace • Information Technology • Software • Cybersecurity • Design • Defense • Manufacturing
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The Role
Develops, integrates, tests, maintains, and supports complex Java and multi-tier software systems for space vehicle command and control. Leads architecture, requirements, design, debugging, DevSecOps, software integration, verification, validation, agile planning, user support, process improvement, and supplier or software project management. The role is fully onsite and requires active Top Secret clearance, U.S. citizenship, and up to 10% travel.
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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.
The Boeing Company has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Software Engineer to join the Advanced Ground Architecture team located in Seal Beach, California; El Segundo, California; Colorado Springs, Colorado or Herndon, Virginia. This position will focus on supporting the Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) Software Engineering organization.
The Advanced Ground Architecture (AGA) software team is dynamic group of software engineers creating the future of Ground support with the extensibility and adaptability to be used across ALL Boeing programs. The software team is executing this vision through modern software technologies (Java, C++, ReactJS, python, CI/CD pipelines) and methodologies (Scaled Agile). AGA is looking for self-motivated high performers to lead and execute the large scope of Java development needed for the program's vision.
The ideal candidates will provide software engineering functions for the design, development, and maintenance of complex, multi-tiered application software systems used to support the command and control of space vehicles. The software engineers will work day-to-day with system and test engineers to implement, test, and document new features and improvements for both web services and applications supporting distributed computing solutions. The role will also need an emphasis on Integration and Test responsibilities for the current phase of development. Ideal candidates will work integrate software products in various environments, generate and update test plans and procedures, and validate and verify requirements.
Position Responsibilities:
  • Develops software in conjunction with agile team leadership including participation at agile events
  • Assists in the execution of DevSecOps processes to deliver software baseline on sprint boundaries
  • Participates in PI planning as an agile team member
  • Engages with users and other engineers to determine solutions to technical issues
  • Coordinates the development, maintenance, enhancement and optimization of software products and functionalities for systems integrations
  • Leads activities to develop, document and maintain architecture, requirements, algorithms, interfaces and designs for software products
  • Debugs and leads resolution of issues identified to ensure the reliability and efficiency of software products
  • Leads handling of user inquiries, troubleshooting technical issues and user feedback analysis
  • Leads development, establishment, monitoring and improvement of software processes, tools and key performance metrics that align projects with organizational goals and industry benchmarks
  • Consults on software domains, system-specific issues, processes and regulations.
  • Leads the design, development, integration, test, and maintenance of non-embedded software throughout the end-to-end lifecycle that meets industry, customer, safety, and regulation standards
  • Leads review, analysis, and translation of customer requirements into initial design of software products
  • Leads software project management activities and software supplier management functions

Security Clearance:
This position requires an active U.S. Top Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active)
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):
  • Bachelor's Degree or higher
  • Experience in both Windows and Linux operating systems
  • Experience with Agile methodologies
  • 5+ years of proven experience with Java, C++, Angular/ReactJS, HTML, and CSS languages
  • 5+ years of experience in software development and configuration management tools

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
  • 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
  • Experience with software programming languages and databases and the ability to apply to the software domain. Programming languages encompass higher order languages, auto-coded languages and assembly languages
  • Experience with deriving and allocating requirements (e.g., system, sub-system, software) and show traceability throughout the product lifecycle
  • Experience with software architecture and design methodologies. Ability to synthesize software architectures and designs that meet requirements, characteristics and constraints
  • Experience with software development processes in compliance with established internal and industry standards, guidelines, and best practices in the development, testing, and deployment of software
  • Experience with implementation, validation, and verification processes, practices, and guidelines to ensure software development quality, performance, and safety
  • Experience with Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) software development

Conflict of Interest:
Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.
Work Location:
This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.
Relocation:
This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility. Note: Basic relocation will be offered for eligible internal candidates.
Travel:
Position may require travel up to 10% of the time.
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.
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.
Total Rewards:
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: USD $160,650 - $232,300
The Boeing 401(k) helps you save for your future, with contributions from Boeing that can help you grow your retirement savings. Our best-in-class retirement benefit features:
1) Best in class 401(k) plan: we'll match your contributions dollar for dollar, up to 10% of eligible pay with immediate 100% vesting
2) Student Loan Match: The Boeing 401(k) Student Loan Match allows eligible enrolled U.S. employees to have their qualified student loan debt payments counted, along with any match-eligible contributions they make, for purposes of determining the Company Match to employees' Boeing 401(k) accounts.
Applications for this position will be accepted until Dec. 01, 2026
Export Control Requirements:
This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a "U.S. Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 is required. "U.S. Person" includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.
Export Control Details:
US based job, US Person required
Education
Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Required
Relocation
This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.
Security Clearance
This position requires an active U.S. Top 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.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree or higher
  • Experience with both Windows and Linux operating systems
  • Experience with Agile methodologies
  • 5+ years of experience with Java, C++, Angular or ReactJS, HTML, and CSS
  • 5+ years of experience with software development and configuration management tools
  • Active U.S. Top Secret security clearance
  • U.S. citizenship
  • U.S. Person status to meet export control requirements
  • Bachelor of Science in engineering, engineering technology, chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science and 9+ years of related experience; or bachelor's degree and 13+ years of directly related experience; or 17+ years of related experience
  • Experience with software programming languages and databases
  • Experience deriving and allocating requirements with traceability throughout the product lifecycle
  • Experience with software architecture and design methodologies
  • Experience with software development processes, testing, and deployment standards
  • Experience with implementation, validation, and verification processes
  • Experience with Generative AI software development

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Boeing Compensation & Benefits Highlights

  • Retirement Support — Boeing says most nonunion employees receive a dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match up to 10% of pay with immediate vesting. Eligible employees may also qualify for a student-loan-related 401(k) match feature.
  • Healthcare Strength — Medical offerings include preventive care, doctor visits, hospital care, prescription drugs, and behavioral health services, alongside dental, vision, disability, and basic life insurance. This breadth is consistently described across Boeing’s published benefits materials.
  • Parental & Family Support — Eligible employees are offered 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave. Adoption and surrogacy assistance are also described, subject to program limits and eligibility rules.

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