Software Engineering Manager

Job Description
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 is seeking a highly motivated Software Engineering Manager to lead and develop Special Test Equipment (STE) Software Engineering in El Segundo, CA for Boeing Test and Evaluation (BT&E) Space Mission System (SMS) Statement of Work (SoW).
STE Software Engineering Teams is responsible for developing and maintaining Test Executives (Automated Test Controller (ATC) and Modular Test Executive (MTEX)), in-house developed automated RF performance test cases (Modular Analog Payload Software(MAPS)), embedded software products, and COTS drivers. The team's responsibilities span the full product lifecycle, from proposal, development through launch.
The Software Engineering Manager will provide technical leadership to develop, deliver and support, of software that implements test executives, test frameworks, embedded controllers, and automated test orchestration for satellite hardware and subsystem testing. This role requires deep software engineering expertise (Object-oriented design, C#, C++), embedded and real-time systems experience, DevSecOps and CI/CD competency, strong program and people leadership to lead a team of junior and senior software engineers. The Manager will develop and execute business plans, policies, technical strategies, lead process improvements, and ensure technical, cost, schedule, and quality objectives are met. They will also maintain relationships with customers, stakeholders, and peers to provide oversight and approval of technical approaches, products, and processes, and be responsible for motivating and developing employees.
Position Responsibilities:

• Manage a team of junior and senior software engineers, setting expectations, measuring performance, and fostering career development
• Provide technical leadership and oversight, delivering architecture direction, approving system architectures, engineering approaches, products, and key processes
• Translate strategy into execution: convert business and technical strategy into integrated plans, resource allocation, budgets, schedules, and measurable outcomes
• Develop and execute projects and departmental plans, policies, and procedures that align with organizational goals and objectives
• Acquire and allocate resources for programs and departmental activities, working within budgets and schedules
• Drive adoption of software engineering best practices, quality standards, and continuous process improvements across teams
• Participate in and lead cross-functional process improvement initiatives to increase productivity and product quality
• Develop and maintain stakeholder relationships across customers, partners, peers, and internal teams to align priorities and resolve issues
• Represent the organization in technical and programmatic forums and contribute to departmental strategy and long-range planning
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders and demonstrate strong leadership and people-development skills

Success measures:

• Delivery of projects and programs on schedule, within budget, meeting quality and performance targets
• Effective development and retention of software engineering leaders and critical technical talent
• Measurable improvements in engineering processes, productivity, and product/technical quality
• Strong stakeholder satisfaction and clear alignment between engineering outputs and business objectives

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):

• This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship
• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Technology), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement
• 5+ years of experience in full software development life cycle
• 3+ years of experience managing or leading a team in the software development discipline
• Willing to travel up to 10%

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Experience working with and/or coordinating across engineering disciplines to identify best practices and implement on multiple programs
• Experience in a role requiring strategic planning (project/program management)
• Experience with software requirements, software design, hardware software integration and testing
• Experience in the implementation and use of Project Management Best Practices (PMBP) along with processes and methods
• Experience in Aerospace, Space Systems, Satellite Test & Evaluation, or Avionics
• Experience with full life-cycle software development, modeling, simulation, testing, and/or analysis using C, C++, C#, Python, Java, Ada, and/or Linux
• Experience with Azure DevOps/Git or AGILE development
• Experience developing software for real-time embedded systems
• Experience working with Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS)
• Experience developing test execution scripts and using test automation tools to maximize automated testing
• Experience with the design, build and the maintenance of SIL (Software-in-the-loop) or HIL (Hardware-in-the-loop) labs
• Experience working in Continuous Integration and Continuous Development (CI/CD) using appropriate code versioning, build and test automation tools
• Experience in telemetry and command formats and timing requirements for satellite communication and processing
• Experience in telemetry and command and/or radio frequency test measurements techniques

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.
Conflict of Interest:
Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.
Shift:
This role is primarily first shift; however, there may be additional shift requirements to support mission objectives.
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: $151,300 - $204,700
Applications for this position will be accepted until Apr. 13, 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 the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or 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.