About this position
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 has an exciting opportunity for aSenior Software Engineer Mission Systems Software Developer
(Level 5) to join Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) in
Daytona Beach, Florida . BDS is a global leader in the development, production, maintenance and enhancement of fixed-wing and rotary wing aircraft, commercial and government satellites, human spaceflight programs and weapons. Key markets include aeronautics, space and weapons. Core capabilities are in development, production and mission enabling upgrades of integrated solutions. BDS delivers the most digitally advanced, simply and efficiently produced and intelligently supported solutions to its customers.
Daytona Beach is the company's newest state-of-the-art facility focused on engineering excellence. Florida offers no state income tax and a variety of other desirable personal and financial benefits.
This position will include developing software and software tests throughout all phases of the software development life cycle (requirements, architecture, implementation, and verification). The software engineer will develop software in a Continuous Integration / Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) DevSecOps software build pipeline using an agile methodology focused on code quality, security and automation.
Position Responsibilities: Develop Participates in use case development of software requirements
Ability to lead activities to develop, document and maintain software architecture, requirements, algorithms, interfaces and designs for mission systems software
Leads development of code and integration of complex Mission Systems software components into a fully functional software system
Provides technical leadership for software projects and leads less experienced software engineers
Acts as an independent set of eyes and ears for Program Managers and the customer, highlighting potential best practices on the team, as well as areas for improvement
Actively participates in program activities, from initial proposal and planning to delivery
Supports the identification and analysis of program/project software quality metrics to improve software quality and manage risk
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/ Experience): Bachelor’s Degree
Ability to acquire a U.S. Secret Security Clearance (Post-Start)
10 years of experience with full life-cycle software development, modeling, simulation, testing, and/or analysis using C, C++, C#, Python, Java, Ada, and/or Linux
10 years of experience with version control systems such as Git, ClearCase, or Subversion
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience): 14 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience or non-US equivalent qualifications
Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study, in Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science or other technical degree
Strong decision-making skills and the ability to work independently but also lead and guide smaller teams of less experienced software engineers.
Team leadership experience
Software development experience in a collaborative team environment using agile principles and a structured development process including code reviews and automated DevOps processes/tools
Experience using team collaboration tools including Git, Bitbucket, JIRA, and Confluence
Experience in software development using languages such as C, C++, Java, Ada, and/or Python
Experience working on an Agile team in a collaborative environment
Travel: May be required up to 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.
Conflict of Interest: Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.
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: $184,450 - $249,550
Applications for this position will be accepted until
Sept. 21, 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 Education Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Required Relocation Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this 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 and/or 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.
Location and commute
Daytona Beach, FL 32198.
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How to apply
Review the vacancy and complete the application on the employer or recruitment partner’s website. Requisition ID: WJ-3007835718.