Lead Simulation Software Architect

Company:

The Boeing Company

Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) has an exciting opportunity for a Lead Simulation Software Architect to join our Simulation and Testbeds Team in El Segundo, CA. This position will focus on supporting the Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) Software Engineering organization.  

Our team builds software and hardware-based satellite simulators and emulators in support of the world’s highest performing satellite systems for the United States Government (USG) and Commercial customers. We are looking for a skilled and motivated software architect/developer to create innovative solutions and support existing capabilities for multiple software-based projects. This is an opportunity to work in a rapid development environment using modern technologies and tools. Our team works within an agile methodology in a CI/CD environment. We are looking for people who like to try new things and aren’t afraid of a challenge!

Position Responsibilities:

• Leads and actively contribute to the development of requirements, architectures, and simulation models for various satellite subsystems

• Plans and execute software development tasks across the full software development lifecycle, including requirements, design, coding, integration, testing, and deployment, in accordance with product specifications

• Works independently and collaboratively to complete trade studies, detailed designs, and verification and validation activities

• Delivers innovative, high-impact solutions to complex technical challenges

• Provides critical technical support and independent review of teammates’ work products

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor’s degree or higher

• 3+ years’ experience with systems and software architectures

• 5+ years’ experience programming in C/C++

• Experience communicating complex technical risks, translating impact, and advising senior leaders

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 simulation products, including both Commercial Off-The-Shelf

•  (COTS) and open-source solutions.

• Experience with infrastructure tooling (Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD pipelines)

• Familiarity with Agile or SAFe practices, including daily standup, User Stories, Sprints, and Program Increment Planning

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.

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 $171,700 - $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.  

Language Requirements:

Not Applicable

Education:

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent

Relocation:

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Export Control Requirement:

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.

Safety Sensitive:

This is not a Safety Sensitive Position.

Security Clearance:

This position requires an active U.S. 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.

Contingent Upon Award Program

This position is not contingent upon program award

Shift:

Shift 1 (United States of America)

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