Software Engineer; Associate, Experienced or Lead
Listed on 2026-02-15
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Engineering
Systems Engineer, Software Engineer
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.
Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS) has an exciting opportunity for an Associate, Experienced, or Lead Software Engineer (Level 2, 3, or
4) to support the software development of electro-optical systems at the Starfire Optical Range on Kirtland AFB in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
This position supports the Research and Development (R&D) mission of the Air Force Research Laboratory Optics Division in their advancement of Space Domain Awareness capabilities. The site houses telescope research facilities ranging in size from 0.5m up to 3.5m with advanced optical systems. Starfire Optical Range is a world class research facility with recognized achievements, enabled by the quality, enthusiasm, and dedication of our entire team.
Our team consists of engineers and technicians in all disciplines required to plan, design, integrate, and test complex optical, electronic, quantum systems to achieve research objectives.
This engineer would work as part of a multidisciplinary team supporting the development of user interfaces, hardware interfaces, control systems, data acquisition systems, distributed system network middleware, and data analysis.
Benefits of working at Starfire Optical RangeYour contributions will directly impact the advancement of Space Domain Awareness capabilities, a critical mission for our national security
You’ll have the opportunity to work with world-class telescopes and advanced optical systems
You’ll assume ownership for the architecture, development, and long-term health of a key application
You’ll be part of a supportive enthusiastic team of experts in various fields
We are committed to the professional development of our team members and provide opportunities for learning and advancement
Develop and maintain code with integration of software components into a fully functional system. Everything from low-level device interface control and networking to sophisticated graphical user interfaces
Create and execute test procedures to ensure software products meet the highest standards of quality and performance - In addition, creating and documenting test results to contribute to continuous refinement of systems
Gather information to support software project management
Document deployed processes and tools and collect metrics
Support software research and development projects
Troubleshoots basic software issues
Integrate systems and components into the existing site‑wide distributed system
This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be re
quired to work onsite at one of the listed location options.
Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (with a focus in Electrical, Mechanical or Aeronautical), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement
2+ years of experience with procedural and object oriented software development (C, C++ or Java)
2+ years of experience with writing software for low level device interface control as well as graphical user interface applications
2+ years of experience with developing software for Windows or Linux
Must be willing to work variable shifts; including days, evenings, nights and weekends
5+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
9+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Experience developing network communication applications
Experience developing imaging sensor applications
Experience with the development, test and evaluation of hardware and software required for electro‑mechanical/optical control system implementation
Experience with Telescopes and Adaptive Optics
Strong writing and presentation skills with experience communicating to senior decision‑makers and…
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