Software Engineer–Simulation (Simulation)

Boeing; West of England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Annual incentive plans

Pension plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Boeing UK is seeking a Software Simulation Engineer to contribute to simulation models, virtual environments, and related platforms across air, land, and maritime domains. You will join a growing engineering capability focused on simulation programmes with potential cross-domain opportunities.

The role emphasizes collaboration, development, and a balance between delivery and innovation, with requirements for security clearance and UK citizenship.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree or higher in engineering, 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.

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.

Skills

C++

Lua scripting

OOP principles

Education

Bachelor of Science degree or higher in engineering, engineering technology, chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science

Tools

Git

CI/CD

Testing frameworks

Job description

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.

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.

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.

Important information regarding this requisition:

This requisition is for a locally hired position in the UK. 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. Benefits and pay are determined at the local level and are not part of Boeing U.S. based payroll.

PLEASE NOTE: The successful candidate will be expected to undergo a SECURITY CHECK.

The Boeing benefits package goes above and beyond, focusing on your physical, emotional, financial and social well-being. Here’s a snapshot of what we offer:

• 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
  
  
  

Applications for this position will be accepted until Oct. 29, 2026

Export Control Requirements:

This is not an Export Control position.

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit 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)

Equal Opportunity Employer:

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not accept unlawful discrimination in our recruitment or employment practices on any grounds including but not limited to; race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military and veteran status, or other characteristics covered by applicable law.

We have teams in more than 65 countries, and each person plays a role in helping us become one of the world’s most innovative, diverse and inclusive companies. We are a Disability Confident Committed employer and welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to share with our recruitment team any accommodations required during the recruitment process. Accommodations may include but are not limited to: conducting interviews in accessible locations that accommodate mobility needs, encouraging candidates to bring and use any existing assistive technology such as screen readers and offering flexible interview formats such as virtual or phone interviews.