Software Quality Engineer (Associate, Experienced or Senior)

Boeing; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Boeing Defense, Space, & Security (BDS) in El Segundo, CA, is seeking a Software Quality Engineer (Associate, Experienced or Senior) to join our Software Quality Engineering team. This on-site role focuses on quality across software life cycle processes and risk management.

The candidate should hold a BS in a relevant field and 1+ year in software quality, with knowledge of AS9100/AS9115 and SDLC, QA audits, and toolchains like Git/Jira. Strong communication and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science.
• 1+ year of experience working in a project where various software development methodologies are being utilized.
• 1+ year of experience in a Software Quality role.
• 1+ year of experience developing, modifying and documenting actions to assure problem resolution and/or to implement corrective action and/or preventive action.

Responsibilities

• Maintains software quality engineering program plans.
• Uses established criteria to review, comment and recommend approval of software life cycle documents and program products.
• Conducts limited audits of software engineering processes and associated support functions.
• Assists in configuration management activities such as software product release and change control board.
• Assists with review of deviations and waivers to the software baseline.
• Improves products and processes and manage risk.
• Verifies pre-test set up.
• Witnesses test activity to established test plans and procedure.
• Verifies test results to performance requirements.
• Performs final reconciliation of simple software data products.
• Assists in verifying the acceptability of segments of the supplier's software quality systems.
• Assists with software acceptance and delivery activities for low risk procurements.
• Identifies non-conformances and issues corrective actions.
• Reviews and approves corrective and preventive action plans.
• Assists in verification of effectiveness of corrective and preventive action plans.
• Works under general supervision.

Skills

Software quality fundamentals

Quality standards

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor of Science degree in engineering/related fields

Tools

Git

Jira

Collaborator

Bitbucket

DevOps tools

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.

Boeing Defense, Space, & Security (BDS)

has an exciting opportunity for a Software Quality Engineer (Associate, Experienced or Senior) to join our Software Quality Engineering team in El Segundo, CA.

This position will be located primarily in El Segundo, but may require additional support in Seal Beach, CA.

As a member of this BDS Software Quality team, you have the autonomy and responsibility to work with programs to assure the required processes are used for developing, controlling, and verifying software products, whether developed by Boeing or provided by suppliers.

The successful candidate for this position will have a broad background in software development practices, tools and processes combined with a passion for advocating First Time Quality strategies. Experience and knowledge of quality standards (e.g. AS9100 / AS9115) is strongly preferred.

The ideal candidate will be a team player, self-motivated, and able to quickly learn the responsibilities of the position. Strong written and verbal communication skills, as well as strong interpersonal skills, are crucial for success. Candidates should possess resilience and the ability to provide and receive constructive feedback. The ideal team member will also demonstrate the capacity to assertively communicate their boundaries while fostering a collaborative and supportive team environment.

Position Responsibilities

• Maintains software quality engineering program plans
• Uses established criteria to review, comment and recommend approval of software life cycle documents and program products
• Conducts limited audits of software engineering processes and associated support functions
• Assists in configuration management activities such as software product release and change control board
• Assists with review of deviations and waivers to the software baseline
• Improves products and processes and manage risk
• Verifies pre-test set up
• Monitors or witnesses test activity to established test plans and procedure
• Assists with verification of test results to performance requirements
• Uses established procedures and methods to perform final reconciliation of simple software data product
• Assists in verifying the acceptability of segments of the supplier's software quality systems and programs
• Assists with software acceptance and delivery activities for low risk procurements
• Identifies non-conformances and issues corrective actions
• Reviews and approves corrective and preventive action plans
• Assists in verification of effectiveness of corrective and preventive action plans
• Works under general supervision

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work on-site at one of the listed location options.

Basic Qualifications (Required 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
• 1+ year of experience working in a project where various software development methodologies are being utilized
• 1+ year of experience in a Software Quality role
• 1+ year of experience working independently to develop, modify and document actions to assure problem resolution and/or to implement corrective action and/or preventive action

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• Level 3: More than 3 years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Level 4: More than 5 years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience in Quality Management Systems (QMS) auditing
• Software Quality Engineering experience supporting software with AS9115, DO-178, and/or MIL-STD-882E requirements
• Experience with the full software development lifecycle (SDLC) is highly preferred
• Experience with configuration management and collaboration tools such as (or similar to) Git, Jira, Collaborator, Bitbucket and Beyond Compare
• Software development experience in a collaborative team environment using agile principles and a structured development process including code reviews and automated DevOps processes/tools

Travel

Position may require travel up to 10% of the time.

Conflict of Interest

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

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:

Associate (Level 2): $94,500 - $136,500

Experienced (Level 3): $113,400 - $163,800

Senior (Level 4): $138,600 - $200,200

Applications for this position will be accepted until Sept. 08, 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

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Security Clearance

This position requires an active U.S. Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active)

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.