Software Engineering Manager (Level K)

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 F-15 Mission Systems Software (MSS) Team is currently seeking a Software Engineering Manager (Level K) in Berkeley, MO to lead a group of 20 software engineers within up to three (3) scrum teams on the F-15 Mission Systems Agile Release Train. The successful candidate will enable the F-15 Program to continue to expand its domestic and international business base, and participate in advancing fighter aircraft technology.

This team develops real-time embedded Operational Flight Program (OFP) software that resides in the heart of the F-15 Weapon System, the Advanced Display Core Processor (ADCP) Mission Computer and soon to be Mission Computer Architecture (MCA). The software written by these up to three scrum teams enhances the F-15 aircraft's mission capability by utilizing the aircraft many different sub-systems as well as the integration with the many weapons on the aircraft. The team is responsible for the design, code implementation, and the various levels of testing of the OFP software as well as supporting the development of the system and subsystem requirements.

The team develops products for both USAF and International customers. Current and future USAF work includes Suite upgrade programs and work on the F-15EX new build aircraft for the USAF. International customers currently include Qatar, Saudi, Japan, and Korea with the potential for additional sales and upgrades in the near future.

At Boeing, we are all innovators on a mission to connect, protect, explore and inspire. From the seabed to outer space, you'll learn and grow, contributing to work that shapes the world. Find your future with us.

Position Responsibilities

• Accountable for delivery of program software products within cost and schedule
• Responsible for coordination with program management, suppliers, and other Boeing teams
• Provide technical guidance to team members
• Perform all managerial HR functions
• Perform Cost Account Manager duties for the team's control accounts
• Successful candidate will need to lead effectively through the SAFe paradigm
• Develops and executes integrated departmental plans, policies and procedures and provides input on departmental business and technical strategies, goals, objectives
• Develops and maintains relationships and partnerships with customers, stakeholders, peers, partners and direct reports

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.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/ Experience):

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

• Bachelor's Degree

• 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"
• 5 or more years of experience with the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC)

Preferred Qualifications (Desired 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
• Experience with Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe)
• Experience in aircraft, avionics, flight controls, and/or other electronics
• Experience in object-oriented software development
• Experience in the following: Ada, C/C++, Python, GIT, JIRA, GitLab, and DOORS
• Experience in Earned Value Management (EVM) techniques

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 is met as outlined in our policies.

Total Rewards & Pay Transparency:

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 Manager Level K: $160,650 - $217,350

Potential signing bonus for eligible/qualified external candidates.

Applications for this position will be accepted until Jun. 01, 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

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

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.