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Software Engineering Manager - Space Mission Systems

$171.7k - $232.3k

Boeing Company

Software Engineering Manager - Space Mission Systems

Company:
The Boeing Company

The Boeing Company is looking for a Software Engineering Manager to join our Space Mission Systems (SMS) team, on the ESS/Evolved Strategic SATCOM program, in El Segundo or Seal Beach, CA . This Software Engineering manager will help lead end-to-end software development, including software architecture, design, development, and testing to meet the program software development schedule and milestones.

Be a leader in an exciting program!

These teams build the next generation products and services for the BDS business unit. Working with government customers in the development of the next-generation technologies in space and ground. Our group works all facets of engineering from technology investment, concept development, proposal writing, requirements, design, build, integration, test, and demonstration of products in their relevant environments.

Join Us. Build the Future.

This position sits in Southern California's aerospace heartbeat, with Boeing operations in the South Bay. Living near El Segundo and Seal Beach means quick access to the coast, great outdoor trails, and a laid-back, beachside vibe alongside a thriving engineering culture. You'll be a short drive from Los Angeles and Orange County, with plenty of weekend adventures just a drive away.

Position Responsibilities:
  • Manage staffing needs and grow the skills/capabilities of the organization. Set goals, develop employees, and perform annual performance reviews.
  • Perform Cost Account Management (CAM) assist duties providing, status, variances analysis, risk identifications, and recovery plan when needed.
  • Manages employees performing engineering and technical activities in Software Engineering.
  • Develop and maintain relationships with stakeholders and partners, provide oversight of technical approaches, products and processes.
  • Solve complex problems and work multiple tasks simultaneously and must be familiar with managing development projects with industry equivalent practices.
  • Support New Business activities and having the technical ability to work with the engineering community.
Boeing First-Line Leader Assessment: To be considered for this position you will be required to complete an assessment as part of the selection process. Failure to complete the assessment will remove you from consideration.

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite in El Segundo or Seal Beach, CA and will need to travel between both, as required .

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/ Experience):

  • Active US Top Secret clearance
  • 3+ years of experience with Software Development projects
  • Candidates must have at least one year of experience in a leadership role (team leader, temp manager, large scale cross functional project/program management, or formal manager experience) OR have completed the Boeing internal course "Exploring Leadership."
  • Experience with Software Engineering principles including, but not limited to, Software Configuration Management, Software Architecture and Design, and Software Life Cycle Management
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

  • Active TS/SCI clearance
  • 3+ years of experience managing and/or leading a team either formally or informally, with the ability to provide guidance, mentorship, and support to team members
  • 3+ years of experience leading projects and/or individuals in software development lifecycle tasks
  • Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, computer science, computer engineering, software engineering or equivalent experience
  • Experience with systems engineering or software development on space-based or ground-based systems
  • Experience at successfully managing and being part of a complex IPT to produce results within budget, on schedule, and to performance requirements
  • Solid understanding of Java, C++, and/or Python full stack development and object-oriented programming skills
  • Experience with DevSecOps / Continuous Integration (CI) process and tooling (GitLab)
  • Familiarity with practices such as test-driven development (TDD), agile software development, DevSecOps, and CI/CD management
Travel: Up to 10%

Relocation:

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility. Basic relocation will be offered for eligible internal candidates.

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 (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.

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: $171,700 - $232,300

Language Requirements:
Not Applicable

Education:
Not Applicable

Relocation:
This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Export Control Requirement:
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.

Safety Sensitive:
This is not a Safety Sensitive Position.

Security Clearance:
This position requires an active U.S. Top 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.

Contingent Upon Award Program
This position is not contingent upon program award

Shift:
Shift 1 (United States of America)

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