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Software Engineer - Secure Network & Protocols (Experienced/Senior)

Titusville, Florida Job ID JR2025447932 Category Engineering - Software Post Date Mar. 20, 2025
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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 looking for a Software Engineer - Secure Network &Protocols (Experienced / Senior) to join the Space Launch System - Exploration Upper Stage - Stage Controller Cyber Security team located in Titusville, Florida.  This position will focus on supporting the Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) Software Engineering organization.  

This position supports computer labs at multiple sites for engineering software development, integration and testing of the Stage Controller software for the new Exploration Upper Stage component (EUS) of the Space Launch System (SLS) rocket on the NASA Artemis program.  The stage controller will be used to control the rocket during a ground test of the SLS rocket motors.  This position requires background checks for approval for access to NASA information and sites.  

Position Responsibilities
•    Partners with stakeholders to identify and review product security requirements.  
•    Conducts performance analysis, testing, monitoring and software assessments of networking protocol software to assess, identify and address risks, weaknesses and vulnerabilities.  
•    Provides input on secure network and protocols throughout the end-to-end lifecycle development of software products.  
•    Researches and implements current and emerging networking protocols, software security trends, vulnerabilities, and technologies.  

This position is expected to be 100% onsite.  The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.  


Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience): 


•    5 + years of experience in conducting Information Assurance risk and vulnerability assessments
•    Experience with LINUX and Windows commands, developing scripts using shell programing with Bash or PowerShell, and additional scripting languages like Python and Java Script
•    NASA Access: This position requires the ability to obtain access to a National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) facility


Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):


•    Experience with the SLS, EUS-SC project or other NASA project(s)
•    Relevant Certifications (ex. CompTIA ITF+, CompTIA Tech+, CompTIA A+, CompTIA Network+, CompTIA Security+, CompTIA CySA+, GIAC Security Essentials, Systems Security Certified Practitioner, Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control, Certified Information Systems Security Professional)
•    Experience executing National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) cybersecurity risk management requirements and practices.
•    Bachelor of Science degree or equivalent from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science.  
•    Knowledge of the practical application of network technologies.  Ability to solve difficult network problems like Quality of Service, multi-level security, network protocol conversion, network management problems and application optimization.  
•    Knowledge of programming languages used for networking problems.  Knowledge of computing equipment and multiple operating systems.  Knowledge of communications, networking protocols.  Knowledge of software development and testing tools capability and usage.  Ability to integrate hardware and software components into a functional system.  

Typical Education/Experience: 
Experienced (Level 3)
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 5 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience (e.  g.  PhD, Master+3 years' related work experience).  In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard
Senior (Level 4)
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: Occasional travel may be required but would be less than 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.  

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 / Experienced: $107,100 - $144,900
Summary Pay Range / Senior: $127,500 - $172,500



Applications for this position will be accepted until Apr. 04, 2025


Export Control Requirements: 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

Relocation

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

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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