Senior Java Software Engineer – Space & Defense Platform

Boeing; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 172,000 - 232,000; Full time

Job summary

Boeing is seeking Java Software Engineers – Developer (Experienced and Senior) for the Advanced Ground Architecture team. Positions span Herndon, VA and other U.S. locations, focusing on multi‑tier Java/React-based software for space vehicle command and control in distributed environments.

Ideal candidates have strong Java/C++, Angular/React experience, Linux/Windows, cloud deployment, and Agile experience. Security clearance is required for consideration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and Top Secret clearance required.
• Experience with Java, C++, Angular/React, HTML, CSS ecosystems.
• Experience with cloud environments and software development tools.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and distributed teams.

Responsibilities

• Designs, develops, tests, and maintains software in an Agile lifecycle.
• Translates customer requirements into design and software products.
• Develops, maintains, and enhances software for system integrations.
• Documents architectures, requirements, interfaces, and designs.

Skills

Java

C++

Angular/React

HTML/CSS

Agile

Windows

Linux

Cloud

Top Secret Clearance

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Top Secret Clearance

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Git

GitLab

Maven

Kubernetes

Helm

AWS

MongoDB

Job description

Boeing is seeking Java Software Engineers – Developer (Experienced and Senior) for the Advanced Ground Architecture team. Positions span Herndon, VA and other U.S. locations, focusing on multi‑tier Java/React-based software for space vehicle command and control in distributed environments.

Ideal candidates have strong Java/C++, Angular/React experience, Linux/Windows, cloud deployment, and Agile experience. Security clearance is required for consideration.