Experienced Embedded Software Engineer

About Boeing

Boeing innovates and collaborates to make the world a better place. The company is committed to fostering a welcoming, respectful, and inclusive environment with great opportunities for professional growth. Boeing’s Precision Engagement Systems organization in Saint Charles, MO, produces precision‑guided weapons for the United States and more than 30 allied countries, supporting Direct Attack (DA) and Cruise Missile Systems (CMS) missions.

Role Overview

The Experienced Embedded Software Engineer will work with a multi‑discipline engineering team to design and develop real‑time embedded software solutions for Direct Attack weapons (e.g., JDAM, SDB, MOP, HAAWC) and Cruise Missiles (e.g., SLAM‑ER, Harpoon). The role spans all phases of the software development lifecycle in an Agile environment and includes implementing applications, creating models and simulations, deploying DevOps methodologies, developing support tools, and maintaining software configurations.

Position Responsibilities

• Collaborate with a multi‑discipline engineering team to create and implement Operational Flight Program software solutions.
• Contribute in all phases of the software development lifecycle within an Agile development environment.
• Develop solutions using Ada, C#, and Python.
• Test software and assist with system‑level testing to verify correct functionality.
• Analyze problem reports and troubleshoot software defects.
• Develop leadership skills and gain experience working directly with United States Air Force and Navy customers.

Basic Qualifications (Required)

• 3 years of experience in real‑time embedded software development.
• 3 years of experience developing software using object‑oriented principles.
• 3 years of experience working in a team environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree (or equivalent experience) in engineering, engineering technology, chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, computer science, computer engineering, software engineering, or a related field.
• Active U.S. Secret clearance (or ability to obtain).
• Experience with Ada, Python, or C#.
• Experience working in an Agile software development environment.
• Experience with Git or a similar version‑control system.
• Experience developing and tracing software requirements.

Benefits & Compensation

• Competitive base pay with variable compensation opportunities (Level 3 pay range: $119,000 – $161,000, based on experience and market factors).
• Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance, and paid/unpaid time‑off programs.
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and flexible work environment.
• Paid parental leave and paid medical leave programs.
• Industry‑leading 401(k) matching.
• Very generous tuition assistance for advanced degrees.
• On‑site cafeteria with hot meals and grab‑and‑go options.
• Active Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) for networking, mentorship, and community engagement.
• Campus walking paths, outdoor spaces, fitness and wellness programs, and local commuter resources.

Additional Information

• Relocation: Relocation assistance is available for eligible candidates (basic relocation for internal candidates).
• Drug‑Free Workplace: Boeing conducts drug testing per company policy.
• Assessment: Completion of a CodeVue coding challenge is required for consideration.
• Security Clearance: Ability to obtain a U.S. Secret clearance (U.S. citizenship required).
• Visa Sponsorship: Boeing does not sponsor employment visas.
• Shift: First‑shift position.
• Equal Opportunity: Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment decisions are made without regard to protected characteristics.