.jpg)
Lead software engineering for P-8A AAS mission systems: design, integrate, and test real-time algorithms and sensor-control software, mentor engineers, perform system architecture and performance analysis, and support deployment and verification in a defense environment.
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 currently seeking a Senior Software Engineer-Developer to join theSpecial Projects Dallas (SPD) P-8A Advanced Airborne Sensor (AAS) Mission Systems Software Engineering team located in Richardson, TX. This position will focus on supporting the Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) business organization.
The candidate will provide technical leadership of software engineering activities in support of multiple product lines. The candidate will conduct software development and implementation activities of scientific applications & algorithms, real-time sensor control and sensor data product exploitation, and integrate advances in mission planning and support the implementation of emerging machine learning technologies. The candidate in this role coordinates algorithm development efforts with the software engineering solution by guiding the implementation team and representing the Boeing company at industry events that shape the future of technology insertion into fleet products. The candidate will provide critical senior leadership in integrating real time algorithm components into the mission systems software baselines and will support the development and maintenance of algorithm description design information and documentation for current and next generation capabilities.
Position Responsibilities:
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
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.
Shift:
This position is primarily for 1st shift; however, alternate shifts may be required to meet program objectives.
Travel:
This position requires less than 10% travel.
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
Applications for this position will be accepted until Aug. 05, 2026
Export Control Requirements:
This is not an Export Control position.
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.
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 currently seeking a Senior Software Engineer-Developer to join theSpecial Projects Dallas (SPD) P-8A Advanced Airborne Sensor (AAS) Mission Systems Software Engineering team located in Richardson, TX. This position will focus on supporting the Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) business organization.
The candidate will provide technical leadership of software engineering activities in support of multiple product lines. The candidate will conduct software development and implementation activities of scientific applications & algorithms, real-time sensor control and sensor data product exploitation, and integrate advances in mission planning and support the implementation of emerging machine learning technologies. The candidate in this role coordinates algorithm development efforts with the software engineering solution by guiding the implementation team and representing the Boeing company at industry events that shape the future of technology insertion into fleet products. The candidate will provide critical senior leadership in integrating real time algorithm components into the mission systems software baselines and will support the development and maintenance of algorithm description design information and documentation for current and next generation capabilities.
Position Responsibilities:
- Partnering with hardware, software, operator machine interface, and systems engineering to design, develop, troubleshoot, and test P-8A AAS mission systems software
- Lead the team on the system software architecture & design, integrating applications and performing engineering activities in a complex computing environment.
- Provide on-site/in-person software systems support, including troubleshooting, analysis of test results, and related configuration management activities.
- Analyze and implement requirements to ensure system complies with system & sensor performance objectives.
- Evaluation of design and analysis results related to system performance challenges and technical risks.
- Effective communication & collaboration with senior management and technical leaders in the Boeing company and in the scientific algorithm community in support of AAS mission.
- Leads basis of estimate preparations and conducts software research and trade studies in analysis of alternative solutions.
- Contribute as a lead subject matter expert in development of software and integration of complex software components into a fully functional software system, and the development of system verification plans, test procedures and test environments.
- Analyzes results from system test execution of performance testing and documentation of test results to ensure software system requirements are met or exceeded.
- Serves as a subject matter expert for software domains, system-specific issues, processes and regulations.
- Tracks and evaluates the software team performance and industry-partner participation to ensure product and process conformance to project plans and industry standards.
- Trains and mentors others
- Works under consultative direction
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):
- Bachelor's Degree
- 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).
- 12+ years' experience in software development
- 7+ years' experience using Java
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
- 12+ years' experience with development of Jave, C/C++ and/or Linux Operating Systems
- Experience in AGILE/DevOps methodologies
- Experience in Real-Time Algorithm implementation
- Experience in Development, documentation and maintenance of software architecture requirements, interfaces and designs for software systems
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.
Shift:
This position is primarily for 1st shift; however, alternate shifts may be required to meet program objectives.
Travel:
This position requires less than 10% travel.
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
Applications for this position will be accepted until Aug. 05, 2026
Export Control Requirements:
This is not an Export Control position.
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.
Similar Jobs at Boeing
Aerospace • Information Technology • Software • Cybersecurity • Design • Defense • Manufacturing
Lead design, development, validation, and integration of high-fidelity sensor simulation models and training system software for the P-8A AAS. Oversee architecture, testing, verification, performance analysis, legacy modernization, cross-functional integration, stakeholder engagement, and mentor team members while supporting training devices and customer site retrofits.
Top Skills:
Agile/DevopsCC++JavaLinuxReal-Time Algorithms
Aerospace • Information Technology • Software • Cybersecurity • Design • Defense • Manufacturing
Lead design, development, validation, and integration of high-fidelity sensor simulation models and training system software for the P-8A AAS. Oversee architecture, testing, verification, performance analysis, legacy modernization, cross-functional integration, stakeholder engagement, and mentor team members while supporting training devices and customer site retrofits.
Top Skills:
Agile/DevopsCC++JavaLinuxReal-Time Algorithms
Aerospace • Information Technology • Software • Cybersecurity • Design • Defense • Manufacturing
Lead shipside engineering execution and supplier integration for VC-25B interiors. Manage teams, develop and execute project/process plans, approve technical approaches, drive metrics and process improvements, and coordinate with IPTs, customers, and suppliers. Ensure change management and supplier oversight while supporting milestone delivery.
Top Skills:
Earned Value Management
What you need to know about the Calgary Tech Scene
Employees can spend up to one-third of their life at work, so choosing the right company is crucial, not just for the job itself but for the company culture as well. While startups often offer dynamic culture and growth opportunities, large corporations provide benefits like career development and networking, especially appealing to recent graduates. Fortunately, Calgary stands out as a hub for both, recognized as one of Startup Genome's Top 100 Emerging Ecosystems, while also playing host to a number of multinational enterprises. In Calgary, job seekers can find a wide range of opportunities.
