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Boeing is seeking an Application Software Engineer (Associate or Experienced) to join the Phantom Works Weapons team in Missouri. You will design, develop, and maintain embedded software across the product lifecycle, ensuring safety, security, and compliance. The role requires capable collaboration with multiple stakeholders and the ability to obtain a U.S.
Secret Clearance. The position offers growth in high-impact programs, with emphasis on interdisciplinary thinking, systems understanding,
At Boeing, we are dedicated to innovation and collaboration to improve the world around us. As a global aerospace leader, Boeing designs, manufactures, and services advanced aircraft, space systems, and defense solutions. Our commitment to fostering a welcoming, respectful, and inclusive environment provides our employees with extensive opportunities for professional growth and development. We believe that diverse perspectives drive innovation and are essential to our success. Join us to be part of a team that is shaping the future of aerospace and defense technology.
The Boeing Company is seeking an Application Software Engineer, either at the Associate or Experienced level, to join the Phantom Works Weapons team in St. Charles, Missouri, within the St. Louis area. This team supports cutting-edge future weapons programs, including the Next Generation Cruise Missile program. The role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to high-impact projects where interdisciplinary collaboration, systems thinking, and technical creativity converge to develop next-generation capabilities. The successful candidate will be involved in designing, developing, and maintaining embedded software throughout the product lifecycle, ensuring compliance with industry standards, safety regulations, and customer requirements.
This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Secret Security Clearance and Special Program Access, reflecting the sensitive nature of the work involved. The Phantom Works division is where imagination meets engineering excellence, focusing on delivering innovative solutions rapidly through prototyping, emphasizing safety, security, and reliability in demanding operational environments. The role involves working across multiple stakeholders and programs, developing software solutions to complex challenges, and continuously improving processes to enhance outcomes. Candidates who thrive in collaborative environments, take pride in customer satisfaction, and are eager to learn and apply new technologies will find this role rewarding.
The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's Degree in engineering, engineering technology, chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science. For the Associate level, candidates should have 2+ years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience, whereas the Experienced level requires at least 5+ years of related work experience or more, depending on the specific role. U.S. citizenship is mandatory, along with the ability to obtain a U.S. Secret Security Clearance, which necessitates U.S. nationality.
Technical proficiency in programming languages such as C++, Python, and C# is essential, with at least 1 year of experience in each. Experience with Linux development, version control systems like Git, and software architecture development is required. Familiarity with network architectures, especially TCP/UDP communication protocols, and open architecture software design is also necessary. Preferred qualifications include active security clearance, knowledge of host environments, and experience with software development tools, testing, validation, and verification processes. Candidates with more extensive experience and a proven track record in software engineering will be considered favorably.
At Boeing, we are committed to providing a comprehensive Total Rewards package designed to attract, engage, and retain top talent. Our benefits include competitive base pay, performance-based variable compensation, and a variety of health and wellness programs. Eligible employees can enroll in health insurance plans, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, and retirement savings plans. We also offer life and disability insurance, paid time off, and other programs supporting work-life balance. The specific benefits available may vary based on geographic location, employment status, and other factors. Additionally, we provide opportunities for relocation assistance for eligible candidates and potential signing bonuses for qualified external applicants.
Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where 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 or veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law. We believe that a diverse workforce enhances our ability to innovate and serve our global customers effectively. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply and join our team in shaping the future of aerospace and defense technology.