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Software Engineer–Systems (Associate/Experienced)

Chantilly, Virginia; and other locations
Full Time On-site

Summary

Job Description

Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

The Boeing Company is seeking a Systems Software Engineer (Associate / Experienced) to join the Space Mission Systems Software Team in Chantilly, VA,Mesa, AZ or Aurora, CO.  We are looking for a skilled, motivated, and creative software systems engineer to develop innovative solutions and support existing capabilities of an agile software program for the national intelligence community.

Develop advanced innovative software systems for the space intelligence community.  The organization executes software programs to deliver analytics, planning, scheduling, command & control, and orchestration capabilities focused on user and mission needs.

Position Responsibilities:

  • Supporting/planning software development tasks including detailed software design, coding, and unit/integration/functional/system testing of customer desired features/user stories, ensuring successful achievement of acceptance criteria.

  • Develop and sustain new and existing applications; as well as troubleshoot and resolve various software issues.

  • Customer/stakeholder presentation and reporting skills.  Briefing software designs and demonstrating software release functionality to customer/stakeholders/end users.

  • Analyzing high level customer requirements and deriving lower-level functional requirements.

  • Software development tasks including detailed software design, coding, and testing of customer desired features/user stories.

  • Briefing software designs and demonstrating software release functionality to users.

  • Develop and sustain new and existing applications; as well as troubleshoot and resolve various software issues.

  • Contribute to the creation of new distributed components and interactions that align with the future system architecture.  The existing multi-tiered system is developed on a cloud infrastructure with several consumer-facing web applications.

  • This position is contingent upon clearance verification and program/customer concurrence. Offer is contingent upon security approval for program access.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/ Experience):

  • Bachelor’s Degree

  • Active Top Secret (must be willing to sit for a CI Polygraph after start date)

  • 1+ years of experience analyzing data and/or identifying functional and systems requirements with customers

  • 1+ years of experience in systems engineering including system architecture development, systems integration, and/or hardware/software design and analysis

  • 1+ years of experience developing presentations and briefing customers

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

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

  • Level 3: 5 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience

  • 2+ years of experience leading projects and/or individuals in software development lifecycle tasks

  • Agile software development lifecycle knowledge

  • Knowledge of project planning processes and tools (i.e., project management software) to define, design, and plan projects, achieve project deliverables, optimize the contributions of internal and external resources, and accomplish desired business results

  • Effective use of Atlassian Products (e.g. Jira, Confluence, Crucible, etc.)

Travel:Occasional business travel and after-hours support may be required. 

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. 

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/Associate: $94,350 - $136,850Summary Pay Range/Experienced: $118,150 - $171,350

Applications for this position will be accepted until May. 31, 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

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Security Clearance

This position requires an active U.S. Top 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.

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.

About Boeing

Boeing

Boeing is one of the largest aerospace and defense companies in the world, supporting critical military, commercial aviation, space, and national security missions. With a long history of innovation, Boeing develops advanced aircraft, satellites, autonomous systems, defense platforms, and space technologies used by the U.S. military and allied partners worldwide. The company plays a major role in programs ranging from fighter aircraft and military helicopters to missile defense, space systems, and next-generation aviation technologies.

For job seekers, Boeing offers opportunities across nearly every area of aerospace and defense, including engineering, software development, cybersecurity, manufacturing, supply chain, program management, aviation maintenance, and defense operations. The company is especially attractive to veterans, cleared professionals, engineers, and candidates looking for mission-driven work with strong long-term career growth. Boeing also offers extensive training, leadership development, and opportunities to work on some of the most recognized aerospace programs in the world.

Unlike smaller defense firms focused on a single capability, Boeing provides employees exposure to a broad mix of commercial and defense technologies. Teams contribute to programs involving military aircraft, autonomous systems, satellites, advanced manufacturing, AI, and next-generation aerospace innovation. Employees often value the combination of large-scale engineering challenges, global impact, and the stability of a major industry leader.

As defense modernization, commercial aviation, and space investment continue to grow, Boeing remains one of the most recognized employers in aerospace and government contracting. For professionals seeking a mission-focused career with strong benefits, technical growth, and opportunities to work on world-changing technologies, Boeing continues to stand out as a leading destination in aerospace and defense.

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