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Front-Line Software Manager

Colorado Springs, Colorado Job ID JR2026497577 Category Engineering - Software Role Type Onsite Post Date Feb. 26, 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 Company is currently seeking a Front-LineSoftware Manager (Level K) to join the Phantom Works Space Team located in Colorado Springs, CO.  This position will focus on supporting the Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) business organization.

This role will report to the Phantom Works Open Architecture Systems Integrated Software (OASIS) Solutions Senior Manager. This position is responsible for overall customer satisfaction, quality, cost and schedule performance for software related development and production activity for Phantom Works Space software and related efforts. The responsibility of the Software Manager includes “day-to-day” execution, technical excellence, first time quality and delivery of software products. In this role you will directly interface with the Phantom Works OASIS Solutions Senior Manager, Program Managers and Chief Engineers, and potentially customer representatives.

This leader will also be responsible for infusing software modernization initiatives into the software being developed, including BSF and Fabric.

Additionally, this position will support the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) National Teams hiring & personnel management and may eventually assume this responsibility from the manager currently performing MDA hiring duties.

Position Responsibilities:

  • Oversee professional employees engaged in engineering and technical activities within Software specifically focusing on Avionics systems
  • Develop and execute comprehensive software project and implementation plans tailored to Avionics applications, ensuring adherence to compliance
  • Provide technical management and guidance to partners and stakeholders in the Avionics, emphasizing quality assurance throughout the development process
  • Lead and oversee technical strategies, ensuring effective development and support for Avionics software while maintaining high-quality benchmarks
  • Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with customers (both internal and external), stakeholders, peers, partners, and direct reports within Avionics
  • Most importantly, inspire, develop, and motivate team members to achieve their full potential in the context of Avionics software development, certification 

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/ Experience):

  • 5+ years of experience in the aerospace industry or similar high-tech industry 
  • 2+ years of experience in developing and maintaining relationships and partnerships with stakeholders, peers, and business partners 
  • 2+ years of experience in a leadership role leading global teams, initiatives, or projects to meet business objectives and influence change 
  • Experience in team building, coaching, leading cross-functional teams, motivating and engaging team members 

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

  • Bachelor of Science degree or higher in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or related field, ABET accredited 
  • Experience in technical management and oversight of projects and resources
  • Familiarity with FAA DO-178, DO 330, ARP 4754 certification  
  • Experience applying Software development and software life cycle 
  • Experience with Electrical engineering and integration of complex applications and software 

Travel: 10%

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.

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: $160,650 - $217,350


Applications for this position will be accepted until Mar. 16, 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

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Security Clearance

This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Top Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.

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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