Job Description
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The Boeing Company is currently seeking a Chief Software Engineer to join the T-7 System Software team located in Berkley, MO. This position will focus on supporting the Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) business organization.
The successful candidate will have a passion for working with people and for delivering exceptional products and services to our customers. The candidate will be responsible for full life-cycle software development of the Mission Systems and Vehicle Management software products to meet T-7 program milestones. In addition to the completion of the Engineering Manufacturing Development contract, this role is also responsible for the execution of work on future T-7 contracts. This position in the software organization is an existing position on the program.
The T-7 Red Hawk is a state-of-the-art trainer being developed for the U.S. Air Force. This all-new training platform brings advanced training capabilities to prepare pilots for fifth-generation combat. The T-7 delivers leading-edge technology that will revolutionize pilot training.
The successful candidate for this role will drive the execution of real-time embedded C++ and Ada software for the T-7 Vehicle Management Systems Computers (VMSC) and the T-7 Mission Management Processors (MMP). The candidate will collaborate and coordinate with internal partner teams and with external customers. This position requires project, people, and technical leadership excellence; customer engagement; championing Lean-Agile best practices; process alignment and adherence; metrics development; and consistent collaboration and coordination to meet program milestones.
Position Responsibilities:
Oversees the design, development, test, and maintenance of non-embedded software throughout the end-to-end lifecycle that meets industry, customer, safety, and regulation standards
Oversees the review, analysis, and translation of customer requirements into initial design of software products
Reviews the development, maintenance, enhancement and optimization of software products and functionalities for systems integrations
Oversees development, documentation and maintenance of architectures, requirements, algorithms, interfaces and designs for software products
Oversees debugging and resolution of issues identified to ensure the reliability and efficiency of software products
Oversees handling of user inquiries, troubleshooting technical issues and user feedback analysis
Oversees research and implementation of current and emerging technologies, tools, frameworks and changes in regulations relevant to software development
Leads development, establishment, monitoring and improvement of software processes, tools and key performance metrics that align projects with organizational goals and industry benchmarks
Reviews planning, execution and documentation of software research and development projects
Consults on software domains, system-specific issues, processes and regulations
Oversees software project management activities and software supplier management functions
Oversees tracking and evaluation of software team and supplier performance to ensure product and process compliance with project plans and industry standards
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/ Experience):
Bachelor’s Degree
Ability to obtain a U.S. Secret Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. Ability to obtain Secret U.S. Security clearance (Post-Start)
15+ years of Software Engineering experience
10+ years of experience developing embedded real-time software
3+ years of programming experience in C++
Experience with Agile software development
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
Level 5 / 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 14+ years of related work experience OR Bachelor’s Degree and 18+ years of directly related work experience OR 22+ years of related, relevant experience
Experience leading small (5+ people) teams for embedded software projects
Experience leading avionics supplier-developed projects
Experience in all phases of the software development life cycle
Experience working with software version control tools such as Git
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.
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 Chief: $198,050.00 - $267,950.00.
Potential signing bonus for eligible/qualified external candidates.
Applications for this position will be accepted until Jun. 17, 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.