Experienced Simulation Software Engineering Team Lead

The Boeing Company; Oklahoma City (OK); Hybrid; USD 109,650 - 148,350; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Flexible shift options

Work-from-home on as-needed basis

Job summary

The Boeing Company seeks an Experienced Simulation Software Engineering Team Lead to join the B-52J Simulation Software team in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. The role centers on leading the testing effort, guiding a test team, and collaborating with the larger software organization supporting the B-52.

You will drive improvements in test plans, workflows, and automation. Expect leadership in Agile environments, experience with automated testing platforms, and readiness to work on-site with potential

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and the ability to obtain a U.S. Secret clearance.
• Strong knowledge of Agile software development and SDLC.
• Experience leading test teams and coordinating test activities.
• Experience with Linux and command-line interfaces.

Responsibilities

• Test, analyze, and maintain software systems for quality and safety.
• Partner with stakeholders to define requirements and models.
• Conduct system-level analyses to identify risks and opportunities.
• Perform code reviews of test tools to ensure testing needs meet requirements.
• Monitor test completion, verification, and issue resolution.
• Review user documentation and training materials for end users.
• Track team performance and ensure alignment with project plans.
• Implement automated testing and AI accelerators in workflows.

Skills

Agile leadership

Software testing concepts

Linux environments

Test automation

Mentoring

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Cypress

Mocha

Chai

GitLab

Jira

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.

The Boeing Company is currently seeking an Experienced Simulation Software Engineering Team Lead to join the B-52J Simulation Software team located in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

This position will focus on supporting the Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) Software Engineering organization.

The B-52J CERP program will upgrade the B-52 with modern engines, avionics, and support equipment. The CERP Simulation Software team is responsible for enhancing the existing B-52 simulation software to support the simulation of the new engine system components. These simulations support the test of the flight software and hardware in a laboratory environment, which will eventually operate on the B-52.

A candidate selected for this position will join an experienced simulation software team and collaborate with the larger software organization supporting the B-52. They will participate in leadership activities as the Agile product owner or Scrum Master of a test team, depending on their preference and skills, and help guide testing efforts under the direction of a senior simulation software lead. The candidate is expected to bring fresh perspectives to identify process improvements in existing test plans and workflows, including new automation techniques, integration of artificial intelligence accelerators, and other enhancements.

The standard work schedule for this position is a 9/80 schedule, meaning nine hours per day Monday through Thursday, eight hours on alternating Fridays, and every other Friday off. The position is primarily on-site in Oklahoma City but can support remote work as needed, with a preference for working at an appropriate Boeing site in the candidate’s home city or nearby (rather than from home). Additionally, Boeing supports flexible shift options, including evenings, weekends, and work-from-home (WFH) arrangements on an as-needed basis.

Cover letters are optional but welcomed. A resume is required for the application. I prefer resumes to be 1 to 2 pages, though longer resumes will still be considered. Please include relevant education, technical skills, career experience, and any applicable awards, extracurricular activities, and/or hobbies.

Position Responsibilities

• Tests, analyzes, and maintains software systems to ensure compliance with industry, customer, and internal quality, safety, security, and certification standards.
• Partners with appropriate stakeholders to understand system definitions, system-level requirements, and software requirements and models, validating that the software system meets customer and operational needs.
• Conducts software system-level analyses to identify risks, issues, and opportunities, and integrates mitigation actions throughout the software lifecycle.
• Performs code reviews of test tools to ensure alignment with the testing needs of the software system.
• Monitors and reviews test completion, verification processes, and issue resolution for software systems.
• Supports the review of user documentation and training materials to educate end users on software product usage.
• Reviews products and processes for alignment with project plans and industry standards by tracking and evaluating team performance.
• Implements current and emerging technologies, tools, frameworks, and regulatory changes relevant to software development, including automated testing and artificial intelligence (AI) applications.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Ability to Obtain U.S. Secret – Final Post-Start (U.S. Citizenship Required)
• Strong familiarity with software testing concepts and software/hardware systems, including the ability to review detailed software test procedures and software design documents
• Comfortable following Agile software development methodologies and software development lifecycle
• Comfortable working in Linux environments and using terminals/command line interfaces
• Comfortable leading or coordinating a test team or test activities, including task delegation, mentoring, and progress tracking

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 5+ years of related work experience OR Bachelor’s Degree and 9+ years of directly related work experience OR 13+ years of related, relevant experience
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) for status reporting and test documentation
• Experience with automated test platforms such as Cypress, Mocha, Chai, and their associated programming languages (e.g., JavaScript)
• Experience using conversational AI and other AI capabilities to accelerate development (with careful review and healthy skepticism of AI results)
• Experience managing test schedules, resources, and priorities in a laboratory or simulation environment
• Experience with test management and defect tracking tools, such as Gitlab or Jira
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to facilitate team collaboration and stakeholder reporting
• Comfortable collaborating with cross-functional teams (software developers, systems engineers, etc.)
• Comfortable and willing to train and mentor junior test engineers

Drug Free Workplace

Boeing is 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.

Shift

This position is primarily for 1st shift; however, alternate shifts may be required to meet program objectives.

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: $109,650 – $148,350

Applications for this position will be accepted until Jul. 20, 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

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

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.

Contingent Upon Program Reward

The position is contingent upon program award

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.