Lead DevSecOps Software Engineer

Boeing; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 146,000 - 198,000; Full time

Job summary

Boeing in El Segundo, CA, is seeking a Lead DevSecOps Software Engineer to guide secure software pipelines for satellite systems, integrating CI/CD, automated testing, and security controls.

You will lead cross-functional DevSecOps teams, design scalable build and release processes, and ensure compliance with security standards in a fast-paced aerospace environment. This role requires active US security clearance and is 100% onsite on the 1st shift with relocation support.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years in software lifecycle and leadership.
• 5+ years leading software teams or projects.
• 5+ years DevSecOps experience and CI/CD automation.

Responsibilities

• Leads standard, efficient DevSecOps processes and metrics for CI/CD pipelines.
• Leads automation, monitoring, and troubleshooting across development and deployment.
• Collaborates with cross-functional teams to build secure pipelines.
• Implements current technologies, tools, and security regulations in DevSecOps.
• Sets up integrated software engineering environments based on DevSecOps framework.

Skills

DevSecOps

CI/CD

Test automation

Leadership

Software lifecycle

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or higher

Bachelor of Science degree in engineering/CS/related field

Tools

GitLab ecosystem

Containerization

Container orchestration

Build automation

RMF security controls

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 has an exciting opportunity for a Lead DevSecOps Software Engineer to join our dynamic team in El Segundo, CA. This position will focus on supporting the Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) Space Mission Systems Software Engineering organization. The ideal candidate is passionate about outer space and excited to work in a multi-disciplined, collaborative engineering environment that supports the design, development, and implementation of software for a new fleet of Boeing satellites. This position will lead development of the pipeline infrastructure that aids multiple software engineering teams in the execution of full life-cycle software development. In this role you will lead DevSecOps activities for satellite system software teams developing embedded/real-time satellite flight software, satellite simulation software, satellite databases, cybersecurity software, satellite ground command/control/networking software. The selected candidate will deploy multiple environments (including dev, test and prod) that meet the requirements of the program and will leverage their knowledge of DevSecOps to implement and improve a robust continuous integration and delivery (CI/CD) pipelines, integrate automated testing, integrate automated metrics generation, and integrate vulnerability & quality scanning capabilities. A continuous improvement mindset is required at all times and the candidate will be encouraged to build automated processes wherever possible.

Position Responsibilities

• Leads development, documentation and maintenance of standardized, efficient, and innovative DevSecOps processes, tools, methodologies, and performance metrics to streamline the software engineering lifecycle and enable continuous integration, delivery, and deployment of mission critical software
• Leads automation, development, monitoring, improvement, and troubleshooting across software development, tooling, testing, integration, deployment, configuration processes, and security controls
• Collaborates with cross functional teams to build and maintain robust, scalable, and secure software development pipelines
• Leads implementation of current and emerging technologies, tools, frameworks, and regulations in the software engineering DevSecOps environment
• Performs installation and configuration of an integrated software engineering environment based upon the DevSecOps framework
• Designs and develops automation processes and aids in software build and releases activities
• Performs technical support for the program and assists in satisfaction of Application Security, IT, and customer security directives and requirements
• Manages software dependencies including evaluation, acquisition & licensing, integration, and maintenance for software used by developers to execute the program
• Assists software teams and IT with server upgrades/patches, database support, and setup of virtual environments
• Supports operating system, infrastructure, and platform hardening to ensure systems are secure against cybersecurity threats
• Advises software engineering management and program leadership on software process adherence and implementation strategies to ensure engineering excellence and program success
• Leads DevSecOps training to educate software teammates about usage and implementation of DevSecOps tooling and principles.

Security Clearance

This position requires an active U.S. Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active)

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher
• 5+ years of experience in the Software Development lifecycle (including Requirements Analysis, Design, Code, Integration & Test)
• 5+ years of experience leading software teams and/or projects
• 5+ years of experience with Development Operations (DevOps) and/or Development Security Operations (DevSecOps)
• 5+ years of experience with test automation
• Experience working in Continuous Integration and Continuous Development (CI/CD) using appropriate code versioning, build and test automation tools

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 9+ years of related work experience OR Bachelor’s Degree and 13+ years of directly related work experience OR 17+ years of related, relevant experience
• Experience in the satellite software domain
• Proficient with the GitLab ecosystem
• Experience with Agile software development
• Experience with software containerization and container orchestration
• Experience in build automation
• Experience with Risk Management Framework (RMF) security controls
• Maintains a Security+ or equivalent certification
• Proficient with modern software development methodologies
• Proficient with a variety of software development languages, tools and techniques
• Experience with configuration management and deployment
• Experience leading projects and/or individuals in software development lifecycle tasks

Conflict of Interest

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

Work Location

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.

Relocation

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility. Note: Basic relocation will be offered for eligible internal candidates.

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.

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.

Total Rewards

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: USD $146,200 - $197,800

The Boeing 401(k) helps you save for your future, with contributions from Boeing that can help you grow your retirement savings. Our best-in-class retirement benefit features:

• Best in class 401(k) plan: we'll match your contributions dollar for dollar, up to 10% of eligible pay with immediate 100% vesting
• Student Loan Match: The Boeing 401(k) Student Loan Match allows eligible enrolled U.S. employees to have their qualified student loan debt payments counted, along with any match-eligible contributions they make, for purposes of determining the Company Match to employees' Boeing 401(k) accounts.

Applications

Applications for this position will be accepted until Oct. 12, 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, U.S. Person required

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent 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.