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Associate Software Engineer– Secure Networks & Protocols

Richardson, Texas Job ID JR2026494817 Category Security Clearance Role Type Onsite Post Date Feb. 18, 2026 Security Clearance Required
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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 Defense Space and Security (BDS) Mobility, Surveillance and Bombers (MS&B) is seeking a highly motivated candidate for a Software Engineer- Secure Networks & Protocols to join the SPD Training Software team in Richardson, TX.  The position is full-time onsite and will work primarily in a lab environment.

The candidate must be comfortable working independently in a challenging, fast-paced environment. This position requires a lot of collaboration with other teams and the customers, requiring strong communication and interpersonal skills. The candidate will support the training devices in Richardson as well as retrofitting the training devices at customer sites.

Position Responsibilities:

  • Maintain P-8A AAS training devices in a predominantly Linux environment.

  • Engineer new processes, scripts, methodologies, and solutions to provide a better product for our customers.

  • Integration of locally developed software into training devices.

  • Integration and troubleshooting of software from outside entities, requiring external support for configuration and troubleshooting.

  • Install and configure Windows and Linux physical and virtual machines to meet cyber security requirements; install and test monthly patches on the operating systems.

  • Troubleshoot hardware, software, and network problems to find root cause and collaborate with the functional teams to find resolutions.

  • Perform scheduled lab maintenance operations and continuous cyber monitoring activities in the labs.

  • Integration, configuration, and verification of databases.

  • Develop and maintain scripts used to install, integrate, and configure software products.

  • Verify device functionality after software integration and cyber updates.

  • Support testing of training system devices.

  • Participate in scrum meetings and use Agile tools for task tracking.

  • Develop and maintain documentation for troubleshooting procedures, software configuration and installation, and standard operating procedures.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

  • Active Top-Secret Clearance

  • 5+ years of experience and competency in troubleshooting, analysis and problem- solving strategies

  • 5+ years of experience in Linux OS administration

  • 5+ years of experience on Windows/Windows Server OS administration

  • DoD 8570 certification at IAT Level II or higher (Security+, GSEC, SCNP, SSCP, CISSP, CISA, GSE, SCNA, CASP)

  • Ability to obtain an Operating System (OS) Certification after employment (Linux+, CCNA, Server+, etc.)

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

  • Extensive Linux knowledge

  • Linux administration, usage, and concepts

  • Red Hat Linux 8

  • Bash scripting

  • Windows Active Directory/DHCP/DNS

  • Windows GPOs

  • Windows 10/11/Server

  • Powershell Scripting

  • Cisco/Nexus IOS/NXOS

  • PCoIP

  • InfiniBand networking

  • Security+ certified

  • STIG/ACAS scanning

  • NetApp NAS/SAN experience

  • iSCSI concepts

  • Atlassian Jira/Confluence

  • Gitlab/git

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:

This position requires 25% of the time domestically (intermittent for remote installations).

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: $101,150 - $136,850


Applications for this position will be accepted until Mar. 05, 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

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.

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