Lead Software Test & Verification Engineer, Phantom Works

Boeing; South Carolina; On-site; USD 127,000 - 171,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

The Boeing Company in Berkeley, MO is seeking a Lead Software Test & Verification Engineer to join the Phantom Works Software Team. Lead a group of verification engineers, design test plans and automate testing for state-of-the-art defense software in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidate has 5+ years in Agile software development, Python, and test frameworks like GoogleTest, with strong DevSecOps/CI/CD experience. U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field is required.
• 5+ years of experience in an Agile software development environment.
• 5+ years of Python development experience.
• 5+ years of experience with software testing frameworks such as GoogleTest.
• 5+ years of experience with DevSecOps and CI/CD tools and execution.

Responsibilities

• Lead a group of software verification engineers responsible for design, development, and completion of test and verification of software products to ensure quality, reliability, and functionality.
• Design test plans, cases, and scenarios to meet software requirements and specifications.
• Execute test cases and scenarios to verify functionality, performance, and safety of software systems, identifying and reporting defects and vulnerabilities.
• Provide test results and feedback to resolve defects and improve software design.
• Develop and maintain automated test scripts and frameworks to improve testing efficiency.

Skills

Agile development

Python

Test frameworks

CI/CD

Automation testing

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

GoogleTest

CI/CD tools

Job description

Lead Software Test & Verification Engineer, Phantom Works

Jul 20, 2026

$126,650 - $171,350/year

Lead Software Test & Verification Engineer, Phantom Works

Company:

The Boeing Company

Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) is seeking a Lead Software Test & Verification Engineer to join the Phantom Works Software Team in Berkeley, MO (St. Louis area). Boeing Phantom Works is building the next generation of combat aircraft and the infrastructure required to test and validate designs; we’re looking for enthusiastic software engineers to join us on that journey.

As part of the Electromagnetic Verification Facility (EMVF) team, you’ll provide engineering leadership to direct the software verification activities, including reviewing requirements from the verification point of view, developing test processes and tools in accordance with Boeing Design Practices, and leading a team of verification engineers to develop requirements-based test cases. The successful candidate will work with program management to ensure verification activities are accomplished in accordance with the program schedule and budget.

Join Us. Build Next-Gen Flight Systems.

Are you a meticulous verification lead who thrives on fast-paced teams and rises to the challenge of delivering safe, high-quality software? Join a collaborative engineering organization where you’ll lead a team of testers who work closely with software developers, systems engineers, cross-functional stakeholders, and support teams to release production-ready code for state-of-the-art systems. In this role, you will be able to make an immediate impact on systems where reliability and safety are mission-critical, work in a fast-paced Agile environment, and shape and improve test strategy, automation, and verification for cutting-edge defense software.

Position Responsibilities:

Leads a group of software verification engineers responsible for design, development, and completion of test and verification of software products to ensure quality, reliability, and functionality.

Designs test plans, cases, and scenarios to meet software requirements and specifications.

Execute test cases and scenarios to verify functionality, performance, and safety of software systems, identifying and reporting defects, issues, and potential vulnerabilities found during testing processes including formal qualification testing of all software.

Provides test results and feedback on software design and functionality to resolve defects, issues, and potential vulnerabilities.

Develops and maintains automated test scripts and frameworks to improve efficiency and effectiveness of testing processes.

Basic Qualifications: (Required Skills/ Experience)

Bachelor’s Degree

Ability to Obtain U.S. Secret – Final Post Start & Special Program Access

5+ years of experience working in an Agile Software Development Environment

5+ years of experience of Python development experience

5+ years of experience using software testing frameworks such as GoogleTest and other end-to-end testing frameworks

5+ years of experience in DevSecOps and Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) tools and execution

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

Active U.S. Secret Security Clearance

Knowledge of specification format requirements, guidelines, and change control processes. Understanding of relationship between specifications/standards and aircraft/product certification systems

Knowledge of various engineering disciplines such as software, electrical, mechanical, and systems

The ability to communicate with technical personnel from multiple skill areas and functions to evaluate technical information and issues impacting design, production, and support of products, services, or other deliverables

Knowledge of how to derive and allocate requirements (e.g., system, sub-system, software) and show traceability throughout the product lifecycle

Ability to design and develop automation of software tests, execute automated tests, track results, manage test data, and utilize results to improve software quality

Knowledge of implementation of software test frameworks, tools and simulations. Knowledge of internal and external software test frameworks, architectures, best practices and application in industry

Knowledge of software practices (e.g., configuration control, change management, problem reporting, software design, peer review, testing, and T&E specific practices), programming languages, operating systems and computing technology applicable to laboratory and flight test systems, including real-time, non-real-time, network-centric, monitoring and control applications

Knowledge of test program design (e.g., design of experiments, test plan development, validation)

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.

Travel:

Occasional travel may be required (Up to 10%)

Relocation:

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

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.

Conflict of Interest:

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

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 Senior level: $126,650 - $171,350

Potential signing bonus for eligible/qualified external candidates.

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

Team growth

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

Footprint

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