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Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) is has an exciting opportunity for a Software Quality Engineer (Mid-Level or Senior) to join our Software Quality Engineering team in Ridley Park, PA!
As a member of this Boeing Software Quality team, you have the autonomy and responsibility to work with programs to assure the required processes are used for developing, controlling, and verifying software products, whether developed by Boeing or provided by suppliers. This position will support programs within the BDS Vertical Lift division.
The successful candidate for this position will have a broad background in software development practices, tools and processes combined with a passion for advocating First Time Quality strategies. Experience and knowledge of quality standards (e.g. AS9100 / AS9115) is strongly preferred.
The ideal candidate will be a team player, self-motivated and able to quickly learn the responsibilities of the position. Strong written and verbal communication skills, as well as strong interpersonal skills, are crucial for success. Candidates should possess resilience and the ability to provide and receive constructive feedback. This position will also require the ability to demonstrate and assertively communicate their boundaries while fostering a collaborative and supportive team environment.
Position Responsibilities:
- Defines and maintains program-level software quality engineering processes, resources, and infrastructure.
- Actively participates in program activities, from initial proposal and planning to verification/certification and delivery.
- Performs process and product audits to verify software lifecycle activities and products comply with approved software processes, plans, and standards.
- Supports program milestone and formal review meetings, occasionally preparing and presenting information.
- Participates in configuration management activities.
- Plans software quality test activities and completion of test readiness activities.
- Ensures integrity of the test process and verifies test results.
- Works with regulatory agencies and other functions to develop criteria and procedures for software delivery activities.
- Performs final reconciliation of software data products.
- Identifies process or product non-compliances; supports root cause analysis and implementation of corrective actions and other defect investigation/prevention activities.
- Teams with equipment managers of supplier products to monitor and evaluate supplier software development performance.
- Acts as an independent set of eyes and ears for Program Managers and the customer, highlighting potential best practices on the team, as well as areas for improvement.
- Supports the identification and analysis of program/project software quality metrics to improve software quality and manage risk.
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/ Experience):
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, and/or Chemistry
- 3+ years of experience working in a project where various software development methodologies are being utilized
- 3+ years of experience in a Software Quality role
- 3+ years of experience working independently to develop, modify and document actions to assure problem resolution and/or to implement corrective action and/or preventive action
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
- 5 or more years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Experience in Quality Management Systems (QMS) auditing
- Software Quality Engineering experience supporting software with AS9115, DO-178, and/or MIL-STD-882E requirements
- Experience with the full software development lifecycle (SDLC) is highly preferred
- Experience with configuration management and collaboration tools such as (or similar to) Git, Jira, Collaborator, Bitbucket and Beyond Compare
- Software development experience in a collaborative team environment using agile principles and a structured development process including code reviews and automated DevOps processes/tools
- Active U.S. Security Clearance
Conflict of Interest:
Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process
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.
Shift:
This position is for 1st shift.
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 for mid-level (Level 3): USD $107,100 - $144,900
Summary pay range for senior level (Level 4): 130,900 - $177,100
Applications for this position will be accepted until Jun. 15, 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. Top 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.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, and/or Chemistry
- 3+ years experience working in projects using various software development methodologies
- 3+ years experience in a Software Quality role
- 3+ years working independently to develop, modify and document actions to assure problem resolution and implement corrective/preventive actions
- U.S. Person required (U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee) to meet export control requirements
- Ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance (interim and/or final Top Secret post-start)
- Experience with AS9100 / AS9115 quality standards
- Experience in Quality Management Systems (QMS) auditing
- Software Quality Engineering experience supporting DO-178 and/or MIL-STD-882E requirements
- Experience with configuration management and collaboration tools such as Git, Jira, Collaborator, Bitbucket and Beyond Compare
- Software development experience in collaborative teams using agile principles, code reviews, and automated DevOps processes/tools
- Active U.S. Security Clearance
Boeing Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Retirement Support — Boeing states a dollar‑for‑dollar 401(k) match on the first 10% of pay for most nonunion U.S. employees with immediate vesting and an annual true‑up, and a student‑loan match feature lets qualified loan payments count toward earning the company match. Union agreements specify strong but different retirement contributions (e.g., automatic company contributions plus matching under IAM terms).
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Parental & Family Support — The company advertises 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave for birth, adoption, surrogacy, or foster placement, alongside adoption and surrogacy reimbursement programs. Back‑up family care resources are also highlighted in benefits materials.
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Healthcare Strength — Comprehensive health and insurance benefits are emphasized, with eligibility generally beginning the first day of the month after hire. Many teammates are eligible for several programs on day one.
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