Senior Software Engineer

Senior Software Engineer

Company:
The Boeing Company

The Boeing Company is currently seeking a Senior Software Engineer to support our KC-46 Software Engineering team located in Tukwila, Washington. This position will focus on supporting the Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) Software Engineering organization.

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In this role, the individual will lead the Aerial Refueling Software team on Vision/Human Interface software with a focus on leadership, quality, process improvement, tool improvement.

We are seeking an individual that is passionate about aerospace and excited to work in a multi-disciplined, collaborative engineering environment that supports the design, development, and implementation of software for existing and emerging government and international programs.

This exciting position requires demonstrated experience as a Software Test engineer, knowledge of the full software development life cycle (requirements, design, code, test and certification), and the clear exhibition of superior judgment and decision making to engineer new solutions and support existing capabilities for multiple programs and customers. Demonstrated critical thinking and troubleshooting skills are required.

The Boeing KC-46 "Pegasus" is the new US Air Force aerial refueling tanker aircraft designed to support multi-role missions including refueling, cargo/passenger transport, and medevac airlift. The KC-46 is a military commercial derivative aircraft based on the Boeing 767-2C aircraft and modified per US Air Force specifications for the primary mission of aerial refueling US and Allied aircraft. The KC-46 is equipped with self-protection, defensive and communication systems making it more survivable in a contested environment.

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 to project plans and industry standards.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/ Experience):

• Bachelor's Degree in an engineering discipline
• 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).
• 5+ years of experience in graphics/human interface software
• 10+ years of experience in hardware and software integration
• Experienced with Machine Learning (ML) vision processing algorithm
• Experienced with DO-178B/C certification process

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 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
• Experienced with Software Engineering principles including, but not limited to, Software Architecture and Design, and Software Life Cycle Management
• Experienced in Tanker Software
• Experienced in Autonomous Air to Air Refueling Software
• Experience as a Technical Lead Engineer (TLE), Software Lead, and/or Software Architect on a complex software development project/program

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.

Union:

This is a union-represented position.

Shift:

This position is primarily for 1st shift; however, alternate shifts may be required to meet program objectives.

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.

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: $211,650 - $286,350

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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