Lead Programmer Analyst

Boeing; Hazelwood (MO); On-site; USD 160,000 - 216,000; Full time

Job summary

Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS) is seeking a Lead Programmer Analyst to support the Information Technology team in Hazelwood, Missouri. The role focuses on leading design, development, and optimization of enterprise applications that enable MRP/ERP and manufacturing processes across ACC domains.

You will provide technical leadership, mentor engineers, and drive improvements in system reliability, security, and end‑to‑end integration with enterprise systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent.
• 5+ years' experience with enterprise/IT architecture frameworks.
• 5+ years writing architecture guidelines, roadmaps and design principles (SOA / EA).
• 5+ years Oracle PL/SQL development.
• 5+ years supporting Windows services using Perl Script backends.
• Strong leadership, cross-functional collaboration and communication.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, development, testing, implementation and maintenance of complex applications.
• Translate end-user requirements into scalable technical solutions.
• Define architecture specs, security and operational needs.
• Design architecture and integrate software with databases.
• Write and review code; enforce standards.
• Provide escalation support and root-cause analysis.
• Lead teams and mentor engineers across priorities.
• Develop training materials and drive process improvements.
• Support API and file-based integrations across enterprise systems.

Skills

Leadership

Cross-functional leadership

Communication

Architectural frameworks

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Oracle PL/SQL

Perl Script

Windows Services

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.

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.

Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS) is seeking a Lead Programmer Analyst to support the Information Technology team in Hazelwood, Missouri! This role will support the Aerospace Composite Center (ACC). The Aerospace Composite Center has state‑of‑the‑art enabled capabilities and operates to support Boeing's Fighter Programs.

We are seeking a skilled information and application developer to join our team supporting the diverse Information Technology ecosystem within the ACC domain. This role is a critical enabler for work supporting the production of several of Boeing's key defense products.

As the lead developer, you will design, develop, and support a portfolio of enterprise applications that enable MRP/ERP and manufacturing operations - spanning requirements and end‑user process analysis, application architecture, coding, integration, testing, implementation, documentation, and production support. The successful candidate will provide technical leadership across a diverse application suite and partner closely with end users to improve business processes, system reliability, and application security.

Position Responsibilities

• Lead and perform the design, development, testing, implementation, documentation, and maintenance of highly complex computing applications and software system architectures
• Initiate and lead analysis of end‑user processes to define application requirements; translate business needs into scalable, supportable technical solutions
• Define application and architecture specifications, including software compatibility parameters, security requirements, and operational support needs
• Design application architecture and integrate application software with database and delivery subsystems for specific solutions
• Write, compile, and review highly complex code based on documented designs; establish and enforce coding, documentation, and quality standards
• Provide escalation support for complex application and architecture issues; lead root‑cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions
• Lead and coordinate teams that develop and maintain a diverse suite of applications; mentor engineers and drive execution across priorities
• Lead development of training materials and user enablement; identify and deliver continuous improvements to system architecture and support processes
• Support and implement API and file‑based integrations across enterprise systems

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent
• 5+ years' experience with architectural frameworks covering enterprise architecture, business architecture or IT architecture
• 5+ years' experience do you have in searching out and writing principles, reference architectures, roadmaps, design guidelines, best practices in the area of Enterprise Architecture, Service Oriented Architecture (SOA), Application Integration or a closely related field
• 5+ years of experience Oracle PL/SQL development
• 5+ years of experience supporting Windows services that leverage Perl Script backends
• Strong leadership skills, including cross‑functional leadership, collaborative problem solving, building lasting relationships & proficiency in written and verbal communication

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• Working knowledge of Oracle administration tasks, including development and test system refreshes
• Ability to diagnose system and database‑related problems in support of applications and batch processing
• Experience supporting operational utilities such as batch "menu" tools used to start/stop/restart batch processes and/or scheduled tasks.
• Exposure to Manufacturing Quality Systems (QMS), Workforce Management and/or Time & Attendance applications
• Strong documentation skills (technical design/writing, operational runbooks, user/support documentation)

Conflict of Interest

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

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 for Lead: $159,800.00 - $216,200.00.

Applications Deadline

Applications for this position will be accepted until Sept. 21, 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

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this 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.

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.