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The Boeing Company Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) has an exciting opportunity for a Lead ... Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering ...

Lead Software Engineer Do you love building and pioneering in the technology space? Do you enjoy solving complex business problems in a fast-paced, collaborative, inclusive, and iterative delivery ...

The Boeing Company Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) has an exciting opportunity for a Lead ... Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering ...

The Boeing Company Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) has an exciting opportunity for a Lead ... Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering ...

Lead Software Engineer Do you love building and pioneering in the technology space? Do you enjoy solving complex business problems in a fast-paced, collaborative, inclusive, and iterative delivery ...

Lead Software Engineer Do you love building and pioneering in the technology space? Do you enjoy solving complex business problems in a fast-paced, collaborative, inclusive, and iterative delivery ...

Lead Software Engineer Do you love building and pioneering in the technology space? Do you enjoy solving complex business problems in a fast-paced, collaborative, inclusive, and iterative delivery ...

Lead Software Engineer Do you love building and pioneering in the technology space? Do you enjoy solving complex business problems in a fast-paced, collaborative, inclusive, and iterative delivery ...

Lead Software Engineer Do you love building and pioneering in the technology space? Do you enjoy solving complex business problems in a fast-paced, collaborative, inclusive, and iterative delivery ...

Lead Software Engineer Do you love building and pioneering in the technology space? Do you enjoy solving complex business problems in a fast-paced, collaborative, inclusive, and iterative delivery ...

Lead Software Engineer Do you love building and pioneering in the technology space? Do you enjoy solving complex business problems in a fast-paced, collaborative, inclusive, and iterative delivery ...

Lead Software Engineer Do you love building and pioneering in the technology space? Do you enjoy solving complex business problems in a fast-paced, collaborative, inclusive, and iterative delivery ...

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What is it like to work at Boeing?

Boeing is a company that values innovation, collaboration, and customer satisfaction, with a culture that emphasizes teamwork and a commitment to excellence. The company's diverse workforce is organized into various teams, including engineering, manufacturing, and customer support, with a focus on delivering high-quality products and services that meet the needs of its customers. Working at Boeing can offer opportunities for professional growth and development, with access to cutting-edge technology and a wide range of career paths in fields such as aerospace engineering, program management, and data analytics.

Do workers at Boeing get paid breaks?

Yes. Most people get paid breaks.
68% of people say they get paid breaks.
Based on data from 94 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.

Does Boeing pay people when they’re sick?

Yes. Most people get paid when they’re sick.
80% of people say they would get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 123 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.

At Boeing, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?

Sick days and vacation days are used from the same paid time off.
75% of people say they have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 114 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.

Is the health insurance from Boeing affordable enough for their workers?

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
98% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 117 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.

Do people get paid time off at Boeing?

Most people get paid time off work.
91% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 129 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.

How far ahead of time do people find out their work schedule?

Most people find out their schedule less than four weeks ahead of time.
  • 70% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
  • 14% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
  • 5% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
  • 11% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.

Based on data from 37 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and June 2026.

Do workers at Boeing worry about hours?

Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
93% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 102 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

Do Boeing workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Some people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
43% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 79 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

How easy is it for Boeing workers to change shifts?

Some people find it hard to change shifts.
39% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 62 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

How easy is it to get time off at Boeing?

Most people find it easy to get time off.
87% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 116 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.

Do Boeing managers change schedules at the last minute?

Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
90% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 103 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

Do jobs at Boeing spill into time workers aren’t paid for?

Rarely. The job doesn't usually spill into unpaid time.
11% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 102 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

How easy is it to take sick days at Boeing?

Most people find it easy to take sick days.
94% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 122 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.

Is a Boeing job good for students?

Most students say this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
80% of students report this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
Based on data from 40 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2026.

Is working at Boeing good if you’re a parent or caregiver?

Most parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.
83% of people who care for a child or other relative report this is a good place to work.
Based on data from 109 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and June 2026.

Do people at Boeing feel treated with respect by their managers?

Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
84% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 119 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.

Do people at Boeing get to take their breaks without interruption?

Most people get breaks without interruption.
82% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.
Based on data from 120 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.

Is it stressful to work at Boeing?

Some people feel stressed out here.
50% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
Based on data from 127 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.

Do people at Boeing enjoy their jobs?

Most people enjoy their job.
85% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 104 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.

Do people at Boeing recommend working with their team?

Only some people recommend working with their team.
38% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 130 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at Boeing?

Most people got enough training when they started.
67% of people report they got enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 124 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.

Do people get support to advance at Boeing?

Most people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 72% of people report being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 114 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.

Do people think Boeing’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
72% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 115 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how Boeing is doing?

Most people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
74% of people feel that they are kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 110 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2025 and June 2026.
Infographic showing various Lead Software Engineer job openings at Boeing in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 98% Full Time, 1% Part Time, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 96% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution.
Software Systems Engineer (Senior/Lead)

Software Systems Engineer (Senior/Lead)

Boeing

El Segundo, CA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement

Posted 12 days ago


Boeing rating

8.5

Company rating: 8.5 out of 10

Based on 598 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

34th of 521 rated manufacturers


Job description

Software Systems Engineer (Senior/Lead)

Company:

The Boeing Company

The Boeing Company is looking for multiple Software Systems Engineers (Senior / Lead) to join the Ground Software Engineering team located in El Segundo, CA. This position will focus on supporting the Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) Satellite Systems Software Engineering organization.

Our team creates the software tools and services for the world's highest performing satellite/ground systems for USG and Commercial customers. We work with space customers in the development of the next generation ground systems.

This is an opportunity to work in a rapid development environment using modern technology, architecture, and tools. Our team works within an agile methodology using a CI/CD environment; integrated with automated testing, vulnerability, & quality scanning capabilities. Your skills and interests will be matched to available roles within the program IPT inclusive of Product Owner and Team Lead.

This senior position requires proven experience within the software ecosystem, a unique background of project experience, and the clear exhibition of superior judgment and decision making to engineer new solutions and capabilities. Critical thinking and troubleshooting skills are required!

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 where diversity, equity and inclusion are shared values. 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.

Position Responsibilities:
Develop and maintain requirements, architecture, algorithms, interfaces, and design for high-performance Command and Control (C2) software solutions.
Lead software development activities in the scaled agile methodology utilizing a DevSecOps environment. Supporting software development activities and integrating completed software components into a fully functional software system.
Support progress demonstration presentations to customer representatives and program/IPT leadership.
Perform day-to-day activities in the areas of Product Owner/Technical Leadership, Architecture, Design and Direction of software product(s)

Support IPT by implementing a structured approach to defining and meeting a development and integration schedule alongside a rigorously managed cost baseline.

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):


Bachelor's Degree

Requires the ability to obtain a DoD Secret Clearance (interim prestart, final post-start)
5+ years of experience with systems engineering or software development on space-based or ground-based systems
3+ years of experience leading software development projects

3+ years of experience with software development using either Java, C++, or Python
Experience with Flight Dynamics / Orbital Analysis or Satellite Management Systems or Ground control management

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

Level 4: 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 and 9+ years of related work experience OR Bachelor's Degree and 13+ years of directly related work experience OR 17+ years of related, relevant experience

Level 5: 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 and 14+ years of related work experience OR Bachelor's Degree and 18+ years of directly related work experience OR 22+ years of related, relevant experience

Experience as a Product Owner/Technical Lead
Experience with database technologies (SQL/NoSQL), messaging systems (e.g., Kafka, ActiveMQ), and data streaming technologies (e.g., CCSDS).
Familiarity with containerization tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) and orchestration platforms.
Experience designing and implementing CI/CD pipelines in GitLab to automate testing, builds, and deployment workflows.
Experience with various formal acceptance testing activities (e.g., Formal Qualification Test -FQT, Factory Acceptance Test - FAT, Site Acceptance Test - SAT)
Active TS/SCI or DoD Top Secret clearance

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.

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.

Relocation:

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

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 / Senior: $158,500 - $213,900
Summary Pay Range / Lead: $190,400 - $257,600

Language Requirements:

Not Applicable

Education:

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent

Relocation:

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Export Control Requirement:

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.

Safety Sensitive:

This is not a Safety Sensitive Position.

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.

Contingent Upon Award Program

This position is not contingent upon program award

Shift:

Shift 1 (United States of America)

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