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Software Engineering Manager, Space Launch System

Titusville, Florida Job ID JR2026495783 Category Engineering - Software Role Type Onsite Post Date Feb. 24, 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 Software Engineering Manager to support our Space Launch System (SLS) Stage Controller (SC) team located in Titusville, Florida. This position will focus on supporting the Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) Software Engineering organization. 

The SLS SC Software Integration & Test (SWIT) team represents a group of problem solvers whose primary goal is to develop and maintain software tests in support of integration and verification testing along with the hardware and software configurations required. This testing is focused on the verification of the SC software to ensure qualification of the Engineering Upper Stage (EUS) at the Green Run/Hot Fire testing to make sure the EUS is ready for delivery to NASA. The SWIT team directly supports ground-based testing of the SLS EUS vehicle for key test events.

The Software Engineering Manager will provide direct management over the software integration, verification, lab operations and software configuration management teams.  Additionally, the Manager will help bridge the gap between product development and product deployment with close ties to stakeholders in the Michoud Assembly Facility, Kennedy Space Center, Marshall Space Flight Center, and Stennis Space Center. 

At The Boeing Company, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. From the seabed to outer space, you can contribute to work that matters with a company built on shared values. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, and respectful, with great opportunity for professional growth.

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Position Responsibilities:

  • Support, lead, and efficiently delegate the project team's responsibilities and tasks through all stages of the project lifecycle.

  • Lead the establishment of common design practices, and workflows for code-generation, validation, and incorporation of these software products into a complex testing asset.

  • Manage the Titusville Development Lab (TDL) operations including development/obsolescence, maintenance, and execution of TDL Operation Plan.

  • Partner with Boeing software design, engineering, and simulation teams to ensure effective integration and testing to support the full product lifecycle.

  • Gather and interpret diverse technical information to guide comprehensive testing.

  • Develop plans, budgets; estimate timelines and resources needed for success.

  • Manage Risks, Issues & Opportunities and elevate in a timely manner to avert EAC growth.

  • Identify appropriate goals and metrics for product success and drive implementation across teams. 

  • Establish the appropriate type and level of processes to improve product quality, tester performance and experience; simplify existing complex processes as needed; nurture and grow automation into builds/deployment/ and testing.

  • Collaborate with leadership team on strategy development to leverage the engineering and assets for long term transitions with the business strategy for SLS.

  • Provide clear written and spoken communication to a variety of audiences.

  • Foster a culture that supports diversity and inclusion.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/ Experience):

  • 5+ years of experience with the Software Development Lifecycle (including Requirements Analysis, Design, Code, Integration & Test) 

  • 5+ years of experience with performing software integration, test, validation, and verification 

  • 3+ years of experience leading or performing integration & test of avionics and/or software

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

  • Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology, chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science 

  • Experience with mission/safety critical software development & verification

  • Experience in leading, managing, and growing software teams 

  • Experience developing project execution plans, schedules and budgets 

  • Experience with Earned Value Management (EVM)  

Travel: 

Minimal (up to 10%) during verification cycles

Up to 50% as required to support Qualification activities at Stennis for Green Run testing.

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. 

Relocation:

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

Conflict of Interest:

Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.

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 for Manager Level K: $160,650 - $217,350

Potential signing bonus for eligible/qualified external candidates.


Applications for this position will be accepted until Mar. 11, 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 security clearance post-start. See job description for details.

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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