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Lead Software Engineer

Colorado Springs, Colorado; Schriever AFB, Colorado Job ID 00000436097 Category Security Clearance Post Date Sep. 03, 2024 Security Clearance Required
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Job Description

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The Boeing Company is currently seeking a Lead Software Engineer to join our team located in Colorado Springs, CO or Schriever AFB, CO. This position will focus on supporting the Boeing Defense Services (BDS) business organization.

This position will support and lead software engineering activities for these critical national defense programs and work directly with and assist the Boeing Red LAN Program Lead Engineers and program senior SEIT leadership.

The Red LAN program supports the United States Space Force by providing Space Domain Awareness data to end users which is critical to the execution of US space operations.  In addition, our Space and Launch Team creates the next generation products and services for the BDS business unit.  We work with proprietary customers in the development of the next generation technologies in space.  Our group works all facets of engineering from technology investment, concept development, proposal writing, requirements and design, build, integration, test, and demonstration of products in their relevant environments.

The Lead Software Engineer will be a part of a highly skilled team that manages multiple critical projects for the Red LAN customers. You will develop, implement, test, and maintain an infrastructure adhering to Risk Management Framework (RMF) requirements, Configuration Management (CM), and customers’ requirements for the Red LAN program.  The Red LAN team offers a collaborative environment where you have the opportunity to learn from or lead others.

Position Responsibilities:

  • Utilize Python and Java software languages to develop satellite ground control systems
  • Agile Development within a cross-discipline team
  • Continuous integration, testing, and delivery within a CI/CD pipeline
  • Utilize microservice containerized software architecture
  • Utilize Kubernetes, Docker
  • Decompose complex requirements and capabilities into executable discrete user stories

This position is expected to be 100% onsite.  The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at the Colorado Springs, CO location and as needed for operational support at Schriever Space Force Base (SSFB).

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). A final U.S. Top Secret/SCI Clearance Post-Start is required.

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.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/ Experience):

  • Active U.S. Top Secret Security Clearance
  • 5 + years of experience utilizing Python for software development
  • 3 + years of experience utilizing Java development processes
  • 2 + years of experience in developing software unit tests and automated functional testing

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
  • Active U.S. Top Secret Security Clearance with SCI
  • 5+ years of experience with open-source software development experience
  • 5+ years of experience with fine tuning Kubernetes and the underlying host OS for optimal performance in a low-latency environment
  • 5+ years of experience troubleshooting software and network integration during platform deployments
  • Leadership and customer facing skills
  • Proven ability to plan, schedule, and deliver quality software
  • Experience and ability to support Government security requirements and best practices for software delivery involving system accreditation
  • Experience with Red Hat/Linux
  • Experience working in an Agile software development environment utilizing Atlassian Suite (Jira, Confluence, Bitbucket, etc.) or similar tools

Typical Education/Experience:

Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 9 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience (e.g. PhD+4 years' related work experience, Master+7 years' related work experience). In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.

Travel:

10%

Shift Work:

First

Relocation:

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.  Basic relocation will be offered for eligible internal candidates.

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.

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.

Salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. 

Summary Pay Range: $127,500 - $172,500

Applications for this position will be accepted until September 18, 2024.


Export Control Requirements: U.S. Government Export Control Status: This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Export Control Details: US based job, US Person required

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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