Associate Software Engineer

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. Tapestry Solutions, A Boeing Company, brings over 30 years of industry experience designing, implementing, training, and supporting high-quality, cost-effective information technology and business intelligence solutions. With a dedicated team of approximately 500 professionals, we proudly serve 75 defense, commercial, and government clients across more than 50 U.S. locations and 9 countries worldwide. As a trusted partner, our employees embody our core values by consistently delivering excellence, taking full ownership, and developing innovative solutions that enable critical missions and ensure the safety of our global customers and team members. Joining Tapestry Solutions means enjoying the best of both worlds: access to the vast resources of Boeing combined with the agility and people-focused, family-oriented culture of a small business where your contributions truly matter. Tapestry Solutions, a part of Boeing Global Services BGS, is seeking an Associate Software Engineer in Maryland Heights, MO and/or Hazelwood, MO to support future franchise programs. This role involves strategic and tactical preparation for future air combat. You will advance mission planning software development, integration, and test efforts supporting the fielding of systems critical to our national defense. Advanced mission planning is a sophisticated process that employs detailed analysis and cutting-edge technologies to develop strategies for accomplishing complex objectives. This includes comprehensive planning, resource allocation, and the creation of contingency plans to ensure mission success. Our advanced planning solutions leverage AI, machine learning, and real-time data analysis to anticipate and adapt to dynamic operational conditions. These innovations will fundamentally transform how the Department of Defense conducts mission planning for the next 30 years, enhancing both strategic foresight and tactical execution. Position Responsibilities: Supports the design, development, test, and maintenance of software throughout the end-to-end lifecycle Assists Product Owner to review, analyze, and translate customer requirements into initial design of software products Supports with development, maintenance, enhancement and optimization of software products and functionalities for systems integrations Support ?development, documentation and maintenance of architectures, requirements, algorithms, interfaces and designs for software products ?Support with debugging and resolution of issues identified to ensure the reliability and efficiency of software products Troubleshoot technical issues Assists to develop, establish, monitor and improve software processes Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience): Bachelor's Degree Ability to obtain a U.S. Secret Clearance 2+ years of software development experience in languages such as C, C++, Python and/or Ada Excellent communication skills and experience collaborating with cross-functional teams including systems engineers, hardware engineers, and program managers Familiarity with software development lifecycle (SDLC) processes, including Agile methodologies Experience with unit testing, integration testing, and system-level validation in complex software environments Proficiency with version control and configuration management tools like Git, SVN, or similar Ability to document software designs, interface specifications, and test plans clearly Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience): Prior experience working on defense, aerospace, or mission-critical software programs, preferably involving OMS or open architecture systems Familiarity with OMS Core Framework, OMS Interface Control Documents (ICDs), and OMS Services specifications Understanding of cybersecurity principles and secure coding practices relevant to mission systems Experience with modular and open systems design: Ability to design, develop, and integrate modular software components that comply with open architecture principles Experience integrating software components with hardware and other subsystems using standardized interfaces Knowledge of middleware technologies (e.g., DDS, CORBA) and communication protocols used in mission systems Experience developing software for real-time, embedded, or mission-critical systems Understanding of software architecture principles, design patterns, and best practices Drug Free Workplace: We are 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: We strive to deliver a total rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of this package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. We also provide 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 and date of hire. Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualification, as well as market and business considerations. Summary base pay range $70,000 - $90,000 Applications for this position will be accepted until Dec. 20, 2025 Export Control Requirements: This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, 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 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.