Software Engineer-Systems (Mid-Level or Lead)

Software Engineer-Systems (Mid-Level or Lead)

Company:
The Boeing Company

The Boeing Company is currently seeking a Software Engineer-Systems (Mid-Level or Lead) to support our Environmental Control Systems (ECS) Software team located in Everett, Washington. This position will focus on supporting Boeing Commercial Airplanes (BCA) Software Engineering organization.

This role is paramount in ensuring that our aircraft not only meet but exceed the rigorous safety standards set forth by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). The Lead Software Certification Engineer will play a vital role in fostering a culture of safety and excellence, making significant contributions to the certification process that underpins the trust of our customers and the flying public.

As a member of this team, you have the autonomy and responsibility to work with programs to assure the process for developing, controlling, and verifying software products is planned and executed,effectively improving the quality of our software products - whether developed by Boeing or provided by suppliers.

The Lead Software Certification Engineer will have a broad technical background and extensive experience in the software development life cycle. The position will require strong leadership, analytical skills, teamwork, and excellent communication skills. The lead role is responsible for identifying resource requirements and assigning responsibility for specific work, including deadlines and performance expectations to the team. This role is crucial in ensuring that our aircraft not only meet the regulatory standards set by the FAA but also embody the highest levels of safety and reliability.

Our teams are currently hiring for a broad range of experience levels including Mid-Level and Lead Level Software Engineers.

Position Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage a team of engineers focused on the certification of design, analysis, and testing of aircraft systems and components, with an unwavering commitment to safety.
• Lead process improvement activities and work with leadership team to establish process improvement goals.
• Leads development of program specific software certification requirements for flow down to suppliers.
• Lead and monitor project progress and performance, ensuring that engineering solutions are delivered on time and meet all safety and certification milestones.
• Partners with appropriate stakeholders to inform system definition and reviews translation of system-level requirements into software requirements and models that meet customer, operational and performance requirements and have clear traceability to design, code and test artifacts.
• Develop and implement engineering strategies that emphasize safety and reliability, aligning with Boeing's commitment to delivering the highest quality aircraft. Cultivate a safety-first mindset.
• Serve as the primary liaison for FAA representatives, facilitating transparent communication and collaboration throughout the certification journey.
• Collaborate closely with the FAA to navigate the complex certification process, ensuring that all aircraft designs comply with stringent regulatory requirements and safety standards.
• Oversee the preparation and submission of comprehensive technical documentation required for FAA certification, ensuring that all materials reflect the highest standards of accuracy and thoroughness.
• Mentor and develop engineering staff, instilling a deep understanding of safety protocols and certification processes to enhance their professional growth and technical expertise.
• Analyze and resolve complex engineering challenges with a focus on safety, leveraging data-driven decision-making and industry best practices.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/ Experience):

• 3+ years of experience in leading embedded software development, verification, or compliance finding activities.
• 3+ years of experience in RTCA DO-178(B/C) Software Considerations in Airborne Systems and Equipment Certification.
• 5+ years of experience in working with software development life cycle 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.
• Level 3: 5 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Level 4: 9 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• 5+ years related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Current Designated Engineering Representative (DER) or Technical Standard Order (TSO) Certification Specialist.
• Experience in software development life cycles, configuration management and best agile software engineering practices.
• Experience leading software development projects, including activities to develop, document and maintain architectures, requirements, algorithms, interfaces and designs for software systems.
• Experience leading development, selection, tailoring and deployment of processes, tools and metrics.
• Skill and ability to collect, organize, synthesize, and analyze data; summarize findings; develop conclusions and recommendations from appropriate data sources.
• Knowledge of how to derive and allocate requirements (e.g., system, sub-system, software) and show traceability throughout the product lifecycle.
• Knowledge of software development processes in compliance with established internal and industry standards, guidelines, and best practices in the development, testing, and deployment of software.
• Knowledge of implementation, validation, and verification processes, practices, and guidelines to ensure software development quality, performance, and safety.

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.

Travel:

15%

Union:

This is a union-represented position.

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 for Experienced Level (Level 3): $124,100 - $167,900

Summary pay range for Senior Level (Level 4): $151,300 - $204,700

Language Requirements:
Not Applicable

Education:
Not Applicable

Relocation:
This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

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 does not require a Security Clearance.

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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