Senior Software Engineer | Rocky Program

Boeing; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 198,000 - 286,000; Full time

Job summary

Boeing seeks a Senior Software Engineer to lead end-to-end software development for the Rocky program in Albuquerque, NM (onsite) or El Segundo, CA. You will own software design, implementation and testing practices, shaping architecture strategy for space mission systems ground solutions.

Requires 10+ years in CS, TS clearance, and experience with Java, C++, Python, and modern frameworks. Travel up to 20% may be required, with relocation available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 10+ years of foundational CS knowledge and OO design.
• Experience with space-based or ground-based systems.
• Experience with Software Engineering principles including configuration management, architecture/design, and lifecycle management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee design, development, and analyses of software systems.
• Translate software requirements and models to meet customer and performance requirements.
• Oversee software analyses to identify risk and opportunities.
• Lead software team to complete code reviews aligning with requirements and standards.
• Review product and process for alignment with project plans and industry standards.
• Research and oversee implementation of current and emerging software technologies, tools, and frameworks.

Skills

Java

C++

Python

JavaScript frameworks

REST

OpenAPI

Spring Framework

Hibernate

RDBMS

MongoDB

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Git

Jenkins

Maven/Gradle

OpenLayers/React/JQuery UI

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.

The Boeing Company has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Software Engineer to support the Space Mission Systems (SMS) Rapid Space Capabilities (RSC) portfolio, focused on the Rocky program in Albuquerque, NM or El Segundo, CA. This is a Technical Leadership position focused on high-impact delivery, cross-team influence, and often hands-on development. This Software Engineering leader will drive end-to-end software development for the Rocky program, owning software design, implementation, and testing processes and best practices to meet program schedules and milestones. The role also shapes organization-wide software architecture strategy for current and future Space Mission Systems ground solutions. These teams design and deliver the next generation of products and services for the Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) business unit, partnering with commercial, government, and proprietary customers to advance space and ground technologies. Our group spans the full engineering lifecycle — from technology investment and concept development through proposal writing, requirements, design, build, integration, test, and operational demonstration — ensuring solutions are robust, mission-ready, and proven in their intended environments.

Position Responsibilities

• Oversees the design, development, and analyses of software systems
• Partners with appropriate stakeholders to oversee translation of software requirements and models that meet customer, operational and performance requirements
• Oversees completion of software system-level analyses to identify risk, issues and opportunities
• Leads software team to successfully complete code reviews to ensure alignment to requirements and standards
• Oversees review of product and process for alignment with project plans and industry standards
• Researches and oversees implementation of current and emerging software technologies, tools, and frameworks
• This position is expected to be 100% onsite in Albuquerque, NM (e.g. development, design, review preparation, customer coordination, closed area development, etc.)

Security Clearance

This position requires an active U.S. Top 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
• 10+ years' experience in foundational Computer Science knowledge and object-oriented design and software patterns
• Experience with systems engineering or software development on space-based or ground-based systems
• Experience with Software Engineering principles including, but not limited to Software Configuration Management, Software Architecture and Design, and Software Life Cycle Management

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 14+ years of related work experience OR Bachelor’s Degree and 18+ years of directly related work experience OR 22+ years of related, relevant experience
• An Active Top Secret/SCI U.S. Security Clearance
• Experience with one or more of the following: Java, C++, Python, JS frameworks (REACT, jQuery UI, Open Layers, etc.), Spring Framework, Hibernate, RDBMS, MongoDB, REST, and OpenAPI
• Experience using dependency management and automation services (e.g. Ivy, Maven, Gradle, Git, Jenkins, etc.)
• Experience using cloud-based infrastructure (e.g. AWS, Azure, etc.)
• Familiarity with practices such as test-driven development (TDD), agile software development, DevSecOps, and CI/CD management
• Experience as a Technical Lead Engineer (TLE), Software Lead, Software Architect, and/or Chief Engineer on a complex software development project/program
• Experience with software for one or more of the following: control systems, embedded FPGA, low latency deterministic, operator interfaces, and/or control gimbals, ground antennas, optical sensors

Conflict of Interest

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

Relocation

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

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.

Travel

Position may require travel up to 20% of the time.

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 $198,050 - $286,350

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 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, US 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.