Senior Systems Software Engineer
Company: Boeing
Location: Kent
Posted on: March 17, 2026
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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 Senior Systems Software Engineer to join
the P-8 Missions System Software Engineering team in Kent,
Washington. The P-8 Mission Systems Software Operating Systems (OS)
team needs a strong software architect on-site to lead a variety of
products including the Virtual Integration Platform (VIP). The P-8
Poseidon program is the premier Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW)
platform for the US Navy and several international partners.
Candidates will belong to an Agile software engineering development
team that supports operating system, hardware, platform, and
application development. This engineer shall lead, oversee, and
direct design, development, analysis, and maintenance of software
systems, possess applicable domain experience, and work with
internal and external teams across the P-8 Program to support
Operating Systems development. Duties include but are not limited
to: developing requirements, creation of design documentation
inputs/formatting, technical coordination/cross-training, software
development, and software validation and testing. Position
Responsibilities: - Lead and oversee the design, architecture,
development, and maintenance of P-8 Operating Systems products
including the Virtual Integration Platform (VIP) and P-8 Trainer
variants - Lead and oversee the design, architecture, prototyping,
and development of mission computing and software modernization -
Partner with software and hardware stakeholders to inform system
definition and oversees translation of system-level requirements
into software requirements to meet Navy customer capability
requests - Provide cross-team architecture level guidance for P-8
Mission Systems Software including estimation of new business and
opportunities - Mentor junior engineers and provide cross-training
within the team by implementing and documenting standard design,
test, and execution processes and procedures for the OS and VIPs
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 - 10 years of experience with C, C++, C#, Python,
Java, or Ada - Experience with requirements analysis, management,
and decomposition - Experience with standard engineering tools such
as MBSE/PLE, Cameo, DOORS and common collaboration tools (Jira,
Confluence, Git) Preferred Qualifications (Desired
Skills/Experience): - 20 years related work experience or an
equivalent combination of technical education and experience -
Advanced degree (MS/PhD) in engineering, engineering technology
(includes manufacturing engineering technology), chemistry,
physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science -
Experience with mission systems, avionics, command & control
architectures, embedded systems, sensor systems, or related
defense/space programs. - Prior work on software-in-the-loop,
hardware-in-the-loop, flight test, or distributed system
integration. 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. CodeVue Coding
Challenge: To be considered for this position you will be required
to complete a technical assessment as part of the selection
process. Failure to complete the assessment will remove you from
consideration. 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:
$190,400-$257,600 Applications for this position will be accepted
until Mar. 26, 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.
Keywords: Boeing, Edmonds , Senior Systems Software Engineer, IT / Software / Systems , Kent, Washington
