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Associate P-8 Software Developer Engineer

Kent, Washington Job ID JR2026496252 Category Engineering - Software Role Type Onsite Post Date Feb. 19, 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 an Associate Software Developer Engineer to support our P-8 Mission Systems Software team located in Kent, Washington. This position will focus on supporting the Boeing Defense, Space and Security Services (BDS) Software Engineering organization.

In this position, you will be responsible for designing and developing Mission Systems software, testing, and supporting system functionality including operational support. This position will focus on supporting the Boeing Defense, Space and Security Services (BDS) Software Engineering organization.

You’ll be an integral part of supporting the Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS) P-8 Poseidon program, which is the premier Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW) platform for the US Navy and several international partners. Upcoming contract awards have enabled team expansion and growth. This franchise program is anticipated to continue to be a stable program for the foreseeable future.

We are seeking a mid career engineer that is passionate about aerospace and excited to work in a multi-disciplined, collaborative engineering environment that supports the design, development, and implementation of software for existing and emerging government and international programs.

This exciting position requires demonstrated experience as a Software Developer Engineer, knowledge of the full software development life cycle (requirements, design, code, test), and the clear exhibition of superior judgment and decision making to engineer new solutions and support existing capabilities for multiple programs and customers.  Demonstrated critical thinking and troubleshooting skills are required.

Position Responsibilities:

  • Supports the design, development, test, and maintenance of non-embedded software throughout the end-to-end lifecycle that meets industry, customer, safety, and regulation standards.

  • Assists with review, analysis and translation of customer requirements into initial design of software products.

  • Supports development, maintenance, enhancement and optimization of software products and functionalities for systems integrations.

  • Supports development, documentation and maintenance of architectures, requirements, algorithms, interfaces and designs for software products.

  • Supports debugging and resolution of issues identified to ensure the reliability and efficiency of software products.

  • Participates in handling user inquiries, troubleshooting technical issues and user feedback analysis.

  • Supports implementation of current and emerging technologies, tools, frameworks and changes in regulations relevant to software development.

  • Supports development, establishment, monitoring and improvement of software processes, tools and key performance metrics that align projects with organizational goals and industry benchmarks.

  • Supports execution and documentation of software research and development project.

  • Assists with performing software project management activities and software supplier management functions.

  • Supports tracking and evaluation of software team and supplier performance to ensure product and process compliance to project plans and industry standards.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

  • US Citizenship required

  • Ability to obtain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance

  • Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology, mathematics, data science, or computer science with 1 or more years of engineering work experience.

  • 1 or more years of engineering work experience in:

    • Java (preferred), C++ or C programming language experience

    • Linux or Windows development environments

    • Agile software development processes

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

  • Software Architecture experience

  • Software Requirements experience

  • Interface design and control document experience

  • Troubleshooting H/W and S/W issues in a complex environment

  • Scripting languages: XML, Pearl, Python

  • Exposure to Object Oriented Design

  • Use case development

  • Supporting contractual deliverables

  • Development of User Interface design

  • Experience in Weapons Integration on military platforms

  • Experience in engineering discipline(s) (e.g., electrical, mechanical, software engineering) applied to product related systems throughout the product development life cycle, from concept development to deployment

  • Experience with implementation, validation, and verification processes, practices, and guidelines to ensure software development quality, performance, and safety

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.

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: $106,250 - $143,750


Applications for this position will be accepted until Mar. 06, 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 U.S. Secret Clearance Pre-Start and final U.S. 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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