C++ Software Engineer

Boeing; Fleet; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan

Company paid medical plan

Annual incentive plans

Learning opportunities

Flexible time off

Wellbeing programs

Job summary

Boeing Defence United Kingdom Limited in Fleet, England, is seeking a C++ Software Engineer to join the Simulation Programmes team. You will design, develop and maintain high‑fidelity simulation models and related software in a fast-paced, collaborative environment that values safety, quality and openness.

The role offers opportunities across Defence domains, including autonomous systems and training simulations, with security clearances and UK work eligibility required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree or higher in engineering or computer science.
• Ability to obtain security clearance.
• Proficiency in C++, Lua scripting, or similar languages.
• Familiarity with physics-based modelling and simulation principles.

Responsibilities

• Design, architecture, and development of simulation models and visualization frameworks.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to identify simulation requirements and system dynamics.
• Model, simulate, test, and analyze to optimize overall system performance.

Skills

C++

Lua scripting

OOP & design

Security clearance eligibility

Education

Bachelor of Science or higher in engineering / CS

Tools

Git

Bitbucket

DevOps

Job description

C++ Software Engineer

Company: Boeing Defence United Kingdom Limited

At Boeing, we are all innovators on a mission to connect, protect, explore and inspire. 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 team

The Software Engineering and Systems Integration team in the UK is actively working across Boeing Defence, Commercial Airplanes, Global services and Uncrewed technologies. The Software Engineering team works in the development of Synthetic Environment Sub-systems, Mission Systems Capability, Autonomous Behaviours, enhancement of Ground Control Systems, Technical Publications and various in-house proprietary tools for the Defence platforms. The team is also contributing to Commercial Modification of aircrafts, development of Onboard Network Systems, Cabin Interiors and supporting Supplemental Type Certification effort.

About the role

You’ll support Defence and Security domains at Boeing locations and Customer sites across the UK, including Autonomous Systems, Training and Simulation, Cyber, Space, Intelligence and Security. You will join a rapidly growing Engineering Capability with a culture for development, collaboration and success. Initially you will be assigned to our Simulation Programmes, which operate across the Air, Land and Maritime domains, with future opportunity to develop your interests across the breadth of the Software Engineering portfolio. We work in an exciting, faced-paced and dynamic environment, but your wellbeing is important to us and we strive to find a healthy life balance and with an ethical team culture and strong emphasis on openness, collaboration, innovation, safety and first time quality.

Position Responsibilities

• Supports the design, architecture, and development of simulation models, simulation visualizations, virtual environments/platforms and frameworks to enhance test performance, safety, and durability of software and hardware systems throughout the entire product lifecycle.
• Supports partnership with stakeholders to review and identify simulation requirements and dynamics of the systems being simulated.
• Supports designing, modeling, simulation, testing, and analysis to assess and optimize overall system performance and capabilities.

Basic Qualification / Skills

• Bachelor of Science degree or higher from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science
• Ability to obtain security clearance
• Proficiency in C++, Lua Scripting or one of the similar programming languages
• Familiarity with Physics based Modelling and Simulation system Engineering principals

Preferred Qualifications / Skills

• Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git, BitBucket etc).
• Knowledge of Agile development methodologies.
• Familiarity with DevOps, Automation and CICD concepts.
• Understanding of testing frameworks and unit testing practices.
• Experience working as a Software Simulation Engineer or a similar role
• Experience across Software Development Lifecycle and Software standards such as ISO9001.
• Understanding of the distributed interoperability simulation protocols used within defence collective training (e.g., DIS and HLA).
• Understanding and experience of the COTS simulation and training environment development, execution, verification, validation and deployments
• Strong understanding of object-oriented programming (OOP) and software design principles.

Location

The primary locations for our Engineering teams is Fleet, with the general expectation of minimum 3 days a week in the office to foster collaboration and team efficiency. We will also consider applicants who may prefer to be based out of our Bristol offices, and potentially others dependent on the suitability of the candidate.

CANDIDATES MUST BE A UK CITIZEN AND HAVE CURRENT LEGAL AUTHORIZATION TO WORK IN THE UK.

BOEING WILL NOT ATTEMPT TO OBTAIN IMMIGRATION AND LABOR SPONSORSHIP FOR ANY APPLICANTS.

Relocation is not available for this position.

Security Clearance: This position requires the ability to obtain United Kingdom Security Check.

Visa Sponsorship: Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift: Not a Shift Worker (United Kingdom)

Contingent Upon Award Program This position is not contingent upon program award

Benefits and pay

• Competitive salary and annual incentive plans
• Continuous learning - you’ll develop the approach and skills to navigate whatever comes next
• Success as defined by you - we’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way
• An inclusive culture - you’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs
• Excellent Adoption and Parental leave options 23 days plus UK public holidays and a Winter Break between Christmas and New Year
• Pension Plan with up to 10% employer contribution
• Company paid BUPA Medical Plan
• Short Term Sickness: 100% pay for the first 26 weeks
• Long Term Sickness: 66.67% of annual salary from 27th week 6x annual salary life insurance
• Learning Together Programme to support your on-going personal and career development
• Access to Boeing’s Well Being Programs, tool and incentives

Boeing is committed to protecting, connecting and exploring our world and beyond, safely and sustainably. 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 that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive of every teammate, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.