The Boeing Company Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) has an exciting opportunity for a Lead Software Architect to support the E-7A mission team in Tukwila, WA This role requires a strong ...

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The Boeing Company Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) has an exciting opportunity for a Lead Software Architect to support the E-7A mission team in Tukwila, WA This role requires a strong ...
The Boeing Company Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) has an exciting opportunity for a Lead Software Architect to support the E-7A mission team in Tukwila, WA This role requires a strong ...
The Boeing Company Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) has an exciting opportunity for a Lead Software Architect to support the E-7A mission team in Tukwila, WA This role requires a strong ...
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Company:
The Boeing CompanyBoeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) has an exciting opportunity for a Lead Software Architect to support the E-7A mission team in Tukwila, WA
This role requires a strong partnership with stakeholders to translate system-level requirements into software requirements and models, ensuring traceability and alignment with the customer's operational, and performance needs. The motivated and talented individual will develop next generation Open Mission Software (OMS) Battle Management Command & Control (BMC2) Software primarily for USAF E-7A, but also support other Airborne Surveillance, Command and Control (ASC2) programs like E-3 AWACS, 767 AWACS, and other 737 Airborne Early Warning & Control Aircraft. These aircraft represent the world's standard for airborne early warning and control systems, filling the need for both command-and-control functions for tactical and air defense forces, take a look at our video: https://youtu.be/nqzG2ORPJgI?si=KpBHcojc3CE7Rgsq
The ideal candidate will be a leader in software lifecycle activities; this includes but not limited to document reviews, risk analysis, and Program Increment planning. You will also oversee product and process alignment with project plans and industry standards, and champion the adoption of emerging development technologies and techniques. This is in support of multiple customers and air platforms.
Position Responsibilities:
Leads design, development, and maintenance of software systems meeting stringent quality, safety, security, and certification standards
Collaborates with stakeholders to define system requirements and translate them into software requirements and models
Conducts and reviews software system-level analyses to identify risks, issues, and opportunities; leads mitigation efforts
Leads code reviews ensuring compliance with requirements and standards
Oversees test completion, verification processes, and issue resolution
Develops program documentation as needed
Monitors product and process alignment with project plans and industry standards
Leads software project management and assists with supplier management activities
Implements current and emerging technologies, tools, and frameworks relevant to software development
This position is expected to be 100%onsite. The selected candidate will be required to workonsiteat one of the listed location options.
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):
Bachelor's Degree
Active Secret U.S. Security Clearance (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active.)
9+ years' experience with software development processes
5+ years' experience designing and developing software using Python, C/C++, C# and/or Java
3+ years' experience in software architecture and open architectures
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
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 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
Experience as an organization spokesperson on advanced projects and programs
Experience acting as advisor to management and customers on advanced technical concepts
Experience with MIL-STD-6016 systems and standards
Experience with MIL-STD-6040 systems and standards
Experience in software systems engineering within defense or aerospace sectors
Understanding of software development lifecycle and quality assurance
Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills
Conflict of Interest:
Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.
Travel:
Position may require travel up to 10% of the time.
Drug Free Workplace:
Boeingis 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.
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.
Union:
This is a union-represented position.
Total Rewards:
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.
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Summary Pay Range: USD $171,700 - $232,300
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Bachelor's Degree or EquivalentRelocation:
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.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:
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