Software Engineer

About The Company

Boeing is a globally recognized leader in aerospace manufacturing and innovation, dedicated to advancing the future of flight. With a rich history spanning over a century, Boeing designs, manufactures, and services commercial airplanes, defense systems, space exploration equipment, and related technologies. The company is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and collaborative work environment that encourages professional growth and innovation. Boeing’s mission is to connect, protect, explore, and inspire the world through cutting-edge aerospace solutions, making a significant impact on global transportation, defense, and space exploration sectors.

About The Role

Boeing is seeking experienced Software Engineers specializing in Simulation to join our Simulation Frameworks, Services, and Tools Deployment team based in Berkeley, Missouri. This role is pivotal in supporting our Software Fabric and Boeing Emulation, Simulation, Test, and Analysis Framework (BESTAF) business organization. The successful candidate will play a key role in developing and maintaining simulation software that supports a broad range of applications, including software verification, hardware testing, flight trainers, and warfare scenario simulations. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work at the forefront of aerospace simulation technology, collaborating with cross-functional teams and engaging in innovative projects that impact both commercial and defense sectors. This role involves participating in small, agile development teams and sometimes working independently to implement complex requirements. The candidate should be comfortable with agile methodologies such as sprint planning, scrums, retrospectives, and demonstrations. The position requires a collaborative mindset, a commitment to customer satisfaction, and a passion for process improvement. The ideal candidate will be adaptable to new environments and technologies, eager to learn, and capable of solving complex problems with ingenuity and innovation. This is an excellent opportunity for software engineers at various experience levels, including experienced and senior roles, to contribute to high-impact aerospace projects.

Qualifications

Candidates should possess a minimum of 4 years of experience in software programming with proficiency in C, C++, C#, and .NET frameworks, including debugging and development. Additionally, at least 2 years of experience with Python programming is required. A bachelor’s degree in engineering, engineering technology, chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science from an accredited institution is essential. For more senior roles, candidates with 5 or more years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience are preferred. Preferred qualifications include experience with Rust programming language, active security clearance, embedded software, hardware interfacing, and working across software interface boundaries involving hardware, firmware, and software. Familiarity with avionics and Ethernet communication protocols, Agile methodologies, Git, Continuous Integration, and cloud computing technologies is highly desirable. Candidates should demonstrate decision-making abilities, multitasking skills, and experience in software development environments such as Visual Studio.

Responsibilities

• Design, architect, and develop simulation models, visualizations, virtual environments, and frameworks to improve test performance, safety, and durability throughout the product lifecycle.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather and analyze simulation requirements, understanding the dynamics of systems being modeled.
• Perform design, modeling, simulation, testing, and analysis to optimize system performance and capabilities.
• Collect, process, and analyze data for use in simulations, ensuring accuracy and relevance.
• Validate, verify, and refine simulation software, models, and test procedures by executing tests and documenting results against real-world data, benchmarks, or other models.
• Maintain comprehensive technical documentation, including code, algorithms, specifications, and descriptions of simulation models.
• Partner with cross-functional engineering teams to enable seamless integration of simulation software with hardware systems and devices.
• Implement current and emerging technologies, tools, and frameworks within the simulation environment to enhance capabilities.
• Modernize and migrate legacy simulation software to align with new operating systems and technological standards.
• Manage simulation software projects, ensuring timely delivery and quality standards are met.

Benefits

Boeing offers a comprehensive Total Rewards package designed to attract and retain top talent. This includes competitive base salary, variable compensation opportunities, and a wide range of benefits such as health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance, and paid time off. The company promotes a healthy work-life balance and provides opportunities for professional development through training and career advancement programs. Specific benefits may vary based on geographic location, employment status, and other factors. The pay range for this position varies depending on experience and level, with Associate, Experienced, and Senior levels offered.

Equal Opportunity

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 or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. The company values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees can thrive and contribute to the company’s success.