Lead Simulation Software Systems Architect

Boeing Co.; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 212,000 - 286,000; Full time

Job summary

The Boeing Company is seeking a Lead Simulation Software Systems Architect to design, implement, and maintain real-time models and system simulators for high-performance satellite systems in El Segundo, CA. This role emphasizes rapid, agile CI/CD development in collaboration with a multi-disciplinary team.

You will lead architecture efforts, review requirements, and drive full life-cycle development from concept through qualification, ensuring alignment with security and program objectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher required.
• Ability to obtain Top Secret U.S. Security Clearance after start; U.S. citizenship required.
• 5+ years in developing simulation related software.
• 10+ years full life-cycle software development, modeling, simulation, testing, and/or analysis using C, C++, C#, Python, Java, Ada, and/or Linux.

Responsibilities

• Review, analyze, translate, and implement customer requirements for software-based simulation products.
• Design simulation product architecture and lead implementation framework development.
• Design, integrate, modify, test, and debug simulation models and scenarios.
• Execute full life-cycle development activities from requirements to qualification.
• Interface with a diverse user community and a multi-disciplined integrated product team.
• Develop software verification plans, test procedures and environments.
• Lead trade studies and detailed designs; deliver innovative solutions.

Skills

Real-time programming

Simulation software

Programming languages

Linux

Git

Docker

Agile/Scrum

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Master/PhD in technical field

Tools

Git

Docker

Linux environments

CI/CD tooling

Containers

Job description

Lead Simulation Software Systems Architect

Company: The Boeing Company

Our team builds software and hardware-based satellite simulators and emulators in support of the world’s highest-performing satellite systems for U.S. government and commercial customers.

The Boeing Company is currently seeking a Lead Simulation Software Systems Architect to support our Simulation Team in support of Strategic Space Communications Programs in El Segundo, CA. This position will support the Boeing Defense Services (BDS) business unit.

In this role you will design, implement, test, and maintain real-time software models and system-level simulators that reproduce operational conditions (i.e., simulated scenarios) to enable mission rehearsals and spacecraft operator training. This is an opportunity to create innovative solutions and support multiple software-based projects in a rapid, agile CI/CD environment using modern technologies and tools. We’re looking for a skilled developer who thrives in collaborative, multi-disciplinary teams, likes to try new things, and isn’t afraid of a challenge.

Position Responsibilities

Review, analyze, translate, and implement customer requirements for software-based simulation products. Design simulation product architecture and lead implementation framework development. Design, Integrate, modify, test, and debug simulation models and scenarios. Execute full life‑cycle development activities, including requirements definition and analysis, software architecture, design, coding, unit test, integration, documentation, and formal qualification. Interface with a technically diverse user community and a multi-disciplined integrated product team (systems and software). Develop software verification plans, test procedures and test environments. Work independently and collaboratively to complete trade studies and detailed designs. Lead and deliver innovative, high-impact solutions to complex technical challenges.

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at El Segundo, CA.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/ Experience)

• Bachelor’s degree or higher
• Ability to obtain Top Secret U.S. Security Clearance post‑start for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship
• Experience with implementing algorithms in real time systems
• 5+ years of experience in developing simulation related software
• 10+ years of experience full life‑cycle software development, modeling, simulation, testing, and/or analysis using C, C++, C#, Python, Java, Ada, and/or Linux

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• Bachelors degree from an accredited course of study in Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics or other technical degree
• Master or Doctorate of Science degree from an accredited course of study in Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics or other technical degree
• Active Top Secret Clearance
• Experience with Git, building/deploying application containers (Docker), developing within Linux environments, and working in an Agile/Scrum team.
• Space Domain Knowledge: Direct experience modeling satellite subsystems or working with flight software.
• Experience virtualizing processors.
• Experience with implementing infrastructure and deployment environment related software/tools (e.g., containerization, message brokering, software APIs, etc.)
• Experience running large‑scale simulation workloads using cloud infrastructure (AWS or Azure)
• Experience developing real‑time, time‑deterministic simulations

Travel

No travel is anticipated for this position.

Relocation

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

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 (DFW) 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.

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

$211,650 - $286,350

Language Requirements

Not Applicable

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent

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. Top Secret Clearance Post‑Start is required.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Contingent Upon Award Program

This position is not contingent upon program award.

Shift

Shift 1 (United States of America)

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Boeing is committed to protecting, connecting and exploring our world and beyond, safely and sustainably. From the seabed to outer space, you can contribute to work that matters with a company where diversity, equity and inclusion are shared values. We’re committed to fostering an environment that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive of every teammate, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.