Technical Computing Architect (Senior or Lead)

The Boeing Company; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 153,000 - 249,550; Full time

Job summary

The Boeing Company in Herndon, VA, is seeking a Technical Computing Architect (Senior or Lead) to lead a multi-disciplinary team across software, DevOps, systems, and admin roles. You will guide design, testing, deployment, and operations for mission-critical platforms, with cloud and on-premises computing, security, and modern tooling.

Requirements include an active TS/SCI clearance with Full Scope Polygraph, a relevant engineering degree, 8+ years in software/solutions/architecture, and strong

Qualifications

• Security clearance: active TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph is required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years in related work (Level 4) and 8+ years in Software/Solutions Architect/Cloud Engineering or SysAdmin.
• Strong knowledge of systems, architecture principles and methodologies.
• Experience with hardware/software integration and system design.
• Familiarity with computing platforms, operating systems and networking concepts.
• Proficiency in relevant programming or scripting languages.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Understanding of security principles and compliance in system architecture.

Responsibilities

• Promote and lead the program's technical vision with the Portfolio Chief Engineer.
• Ensure consistent design and implementation across features.
• Coordinate and document epics, tasks, and sub-tasks in Jira.
• Resolve the hardest technical issues and document debugging steps.
• Design, implement, test, train and deploy projects.
• Support Project and Program Management in partnership with the Chief Engineer.
• Stay current with technologies, trends, and security practices.

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 Defense, Space & Security (BDS) organization is seeking a Technical Computing Architect (Senior or Lead) to join our Mission Operations team in Herndon, VA.

Our team focuses on delivering complex solutions in some of the most challenging environments on Earth. We provide support for our Mission Operations Portfolio area which design, build, test, deploy, operate, and maintain a wide variety of mission critical platforms and systems for commercial and government customers.

The Technical Lead/Solutions Architect will provide hands‑on technical leadership of a multi‑disciplinary team of Software Engineers, DevOps engineers, Systems Engineers, and System Administrators. The Technical Lead/Solutions Architect will create new solutions to hard technical problems and provide system support using best practices with modern and innovative tooling. The Technical Lead/Solutions Architect will also support the design, validation and configuration management of computing systems, both on‑premises and in the cloud.

Position Responsibilities

• Promote and lead implementation of the overall program's technical vision, in partnership with the Portfolio Chief Engineer
• Promote the established Portfolio's engineering processes and best practices
• Ensure consistent design and implementation across features
• Be responsible for coordination and documentation of the epics, tasks, and sub‑tasks documented in Jira
• Help resolve the hardest technical issues and document the debugging steps and solutions
• Be responsible for project design, implementation, testing, training and deployment
• Support Project and Program Management, in partnership with the Portfolio Chief Engineer
• Staying up to date with the latest technologies, industry trends, and security practices, and continuously improving skills and knowledge

Required Experiences

• Experience managing and maintaining cloud environments, servers, workstations, related infrastructure components, and software systems
• In‑depth knowledge and experience with networking, cloud, software, and various versions of Windows and Linux servers
• Experience with Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, and other core system/network services
• Advanced troubleshooting skills and problem‑solving abilities and able to diagnose and resolve complex technical issues
• Strong knowledge of security best practices
• Familiarity with on‑premises virtualization technologies such as VMware, Hyper‑V, ProxMox, and/or AHV

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

• This position requires an active TS/SCI U.S. Security Clearance and current Full Scope Polygraph (FSP) (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active.)
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related technical field
• Level 4: 5+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• 8+ years of experience in Software, Solutions Architect, Cloud Engineering, and/or Systems Administration
• Strong knowledge of systems, architecture principles and methodologies
• Experience with hardware/software integration and system design
• Familiarity with computing platforms, operating systems, and networking concepts
• Proficiency in relevant programming or scripting languages
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Understanding of security principles and compliance requirements related to system architecture

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• Level 5: 10+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Expertise in on‑premises virtualization (AHV, VMWare ESXi, Hyper‑V, etc.) and/or cloud expertise (AWS or Azure)
• Experience with documenting technical details in Confluence and task tracking in Jira
• Cloud, INFOSEC, and/or any recent IT certifications Applicable and appropriate educational/certification credentials from an accredited institution and/or equivalent experience is required.

Conflict of Interest

Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) 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 are met as outlined in our policies.

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 4): $153,000.00 - $207,000.00

Summary pay range for Lead (Level 5): $184,450.00 - $249,550.00

Applications Deadline

Applications for this position will be accepted until Jul. 21, 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.

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Security Clearance

This position requires an active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) U.S. Security Clearance with an adjudicated Counterintelligence or Full Scope Polygraph (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.