Software Architect

The Boeing Company; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 250,000 - 338,000; Full time

Job summary

The Boeing Company in Long Beach, CA is seeking a Software Architect to lead the Embedded Systems Software Architecture Team within the AvionX Mission Systems organization.

You will direct software design for embedded devices, guide compatibility with hardware, and drive DO-178C certified development while collaborating across multiple engineering disciplines to deliver safe, reliable flight software. This role demands strategic technical leadership and clear communication across stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Active U.S. Security Clearance eligibility or ability to obtain.
• 10+ years leading software development; 10+ years leading or supporting trade studies/SOW management.

Responsibilities

• Direct software design, development, test and maintenance for embedded devices/systems.
• Translate customer requirements into software architectures for embedded platforms.
• Lead and mentor teams; influence hardware/software integration and compliance with standards.

Skills

Team leadership

Software architecture

Embedded systems

Communication

Security clearance eligibility

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering

Tools

C++

MATLAB/Simulink

DO-178C

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.

The Boeing Company is currently seeking a Software Architect to lead the Software Architecture Team for the AvionX Mission Systems Software organization located in Long Beach, CA.

Our engineers create systems to help pilots navigate through complex and nuanced situations to safely achieve their mission. We accomplish this by solving difficult problems in optimal path planning, estimation, and control, as well as autonomous fault protection.

We strive to work from first principles and develop powerful abstractions to maximize capability while minimizing complexity. We're looking for team members who will collaborate with humility and curiosity.

Position Responsibilities

• Directs the design, development, test, debugging and maintenance of software that is integrated into embedded devices and systems and meets industry, customer, safety and regulation standards
• Directs the review, analyses, and translation of customer requirements into the design of software products for embedded devices and systems
• Consults on code for embedded systems software to run on specific specialized hardware
• Provides consultation on integration of embedded software with hardware components
• Oversees analyses, monitoring and improvement of the efficiency and stability of embedded software systems
• Directs testing and debugging of software for embedded devices and systems
• Influences current and emerging technologies, tools, frameworks, and changes in regulations relevant to software development and hardware technologies
• Influences company approach regarding software and hardware integration domains
• Oversees tracking and evaluation of internal and supplier software team performance to ensure product and process compliance to project plans and industry standards
• Provides technical leadership for embedded software project management functions
• Advises management on a wide range of topics related to the embedded software engineering environment

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/ Experience)

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Ability to obtain an active U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship
• 10+ years of experience leading software development
• 10+ years of experience leading or supporting trade studies, business case development, work transfers, and/or statement of work management

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study in computer engineering or similar engineering discipline
• Ability to effectively lead, communicate and collaborate with key stake holders across multiple organizations
• Experience with software architecture and design methodologies. Ability to synthesize software architectures and designs that meet requirements, characteristics and constraints
• Experience with flight management systems and/or civil navigation
• Experience with certifying software in alignment with DO-178C
• Experience developing software for motion planning, estimation, and/or control
• Experience developing software or simulations with MATLAB and/or Simulink
• Experience developing software or simulations with C++
• Ability to independently identify and solve problems encountered by the team using both creativity and established engineering principles
• Experience with domains, characteristics, constraints and products that require real-time software and influence architecture, requirements, interfaces, designs, and integration/test approaches

Travel

5%

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.

Conflict of Interest

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

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 for Senior level (Level 6): $249,900-$338,100

Applications for this position will be accepted until Sept. 02, 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

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

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.