Flight Simulation Software Engineers (Associate, Experienced, and Senior)

Boeing; Berkeley (CA); On-site; USD 94,000 - 217,000; Full time

Job summary

The Boeing Company in Berkeley, MO is seeking Flight Simulation Software Engineers across Associate, Experienced, and Senior levels to join the Flight Simulation Labs team. You will design, develop, and demonstrate avionics solutions and support simulation infrastructure across projects.

These roles involve creating core simulation infrastructure, developing tools to simulate, monitor, and capture messages between subsystems, and integrating software components into a fully functional system

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required; ability to obtain U.S. Secret Security Clearance.
• 2+ years in C, C++, C#, Python, Java, or Ada; 2+ years as a Software Engineer.
• Experience in defense/avionics and working on Agile teams preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develops, documents and maintains architecture, requirements, algorithms, interfaces and designs for software systems.
• Develops and maintains code and integrates components into a fully functional system.
• Supports simulation environments for testing by Mission Systems engineers.
• Works on an Agile team to achieve goals; executes R&D projects.

Skills

C/C++/C#

Python

Java

Ada

Software engineering

Jira

Agile

Team collaboration

Communication

Secret clearance

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Jira

Job description

Flight Simulation Software Engineers (Associate, Experienced, and Senior)

Aug 26, 2026

$94,450 - $217,350/year

Flight Simulation Software Engineers (Associate, Experienced, and Senior)

Company:

The Boeing Company

The Boeing Company is currently seeking Flight Simulation Software Engineers (Associate, Experienced, and Senior) to join the Flight Simulation Labs team located in Berkeley, MO.This position will focus on supporting the Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) business organization.

Our teams are currently hiring for a broad range of experience levels including; Associate, Experienced, and Senior Level Software Engineers.

Our Air Dominance software engineers design, develop, and demonstrate avionics solutions for the platforms we build and upgrade. Your efforts will assist in integration of innovative technologies to maintain our platform’s dominance over the battlefield for many decades to come. Additionally, our software engineers support the Flight Simulation products associated with our platforms.

The roles will involve software development for tools that support simulation infrastructure across Flight Simulation Labs. Selected candidates will be aligned to a statement of work that best suits their interests and skillset, some of which could include:

Creating core simulation infrastructure to serve as a jumping-off point for programs developing flight simulation capabilities

Developing tools to simulate, monitor, and capture messages between subsystems in a lab environment

Modeling various aircraft capabilities, including the ability to run constructive scenarios in a testing environment

Position Responsibilities:

Develops, documents and maintains architecture, requirements, algorithms, interfaces and designs for software systems

Develops and maintains code and integrates software components into a fully functional software system

Supports development of simulation environments to support testing performed by Mission Systems engineers

Works on an agile team in order to accomplish team goals

Executes and documents software research and development projects

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/ Experience):

Bachelor’s Degree

Ability to obtain a U.S. Secret Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. Ability to obtain Secret U.S. Security clearance (Post-Start)

2+ years of experience programming in C, C++, C#, Python, Java, or Ada (or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience)

2 + years’ experience as a Software Engineer

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

Level 3 : 5 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Level 4 : 9 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Active Secret Clearance or higher

Experience in the defense or avionics industry

Knowledge of basic networking principles

Experience working on an Agile team using Agile methodologies and tools such as Jira

Strong coordination and communication skills

Ability to work in a multi-tasking environment while supporting multiple concurrent activities

Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment

Conflict of Interest:

Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.

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.

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.

Total Rewards & Pay Transparency:

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 for Associate: $94,450.00 - $134,550.00.

Summary pay range for Experienced: $126,650.00 - $171,350.00.

Summary pay range for Senior: $160,650. 00 - $217,350.00.

Language Requirements:

Not Applicable

Education:

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent

Relocation:

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

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:

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.

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

This position is not contingent upon program award

Shift:

Shift 1 (United States of America)

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.

Boeing is a leading global aerospace company that designs, manufactures, and services commercial airplanes, defense products, and space systems for customers worldwide.

Aviation & Aerospace

Company size 10,001+ employees

Company type Public company

Total funding $39.2B Post IPO Debt

Momentum

Team growth

Momentum

13% in 12 mo

129,566 employees on LinkedIn

Feb 23 May 26

Employee experience

What it’s like inside

3.6

20,521 reviews

72% would recommend

Culture & values

Culture & values 3.4

Work-life balance

Work-life balance 4.0

Career opportunities

Career opportunities 3.7

Compensation & benefits 3.9

Capital

Funding history

Post IPO Debt$3B

Aug 2025

Post IPO Debt$24.3B

Oct 2024

Post IPO Debt$10B

May 2024

Jan 2023

Where they work

929 Long Bridge Drive, Arlington, VA 22202, US 100 N. Riverside, Chicago, IL 60606-1596, US 499 Boeing Blvd SW, Huntsville, AL 35824, US 460 Herndon Pkwy, Herndon, VA 20170, US 3455 Airframe Dr, North Charleston, SC 29418, US 45 O'Connor St, Ottawa, ON K1P 1A4, CA 320 Wooten Rd, Colorado Springs, CO 80916, US 15059 Conference Center Dr, Chantilly, VA 20151, US Avenida Sur del Aeropuerto de Barajas, 38, Madrid, Community of Madrid 28042, ES 30 Changi North Rise, Singapore, Singapore 498780, SG 3265 160th Ave SE, Bellevue, WA 98008, US 6200 James S McDonnell Blvd, Berkeley, MO 63134, US N 6th St, Renton, WA 98057, US 5905 Legacy Drive, Ste. 325, Plano Texas 75024, US

Aviation & Aerospace