Entry-Level Software Engineer–Developer

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Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) has an exciting opportunity for an Entry Level Software Engineer – Developer to join the Special Projects Dallas (SPD) P-8A Poseidon Maritime Patrol Aircraft Advanced Airborne Sensor (AAS) team in Richardson, TX
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The Boeing SPD AAS team provides the mission systems software that runs on the P-8A to provide the warfighter the ability to perform mission and tactic planning, interface with the sensor, display sensor data to the operator, and replay missions. The team also provides the capability to train fleet operators on the AAS mission by adding simulations to the baseline P-8 Training system.

In this role, you will execute the full lifecycle development, including software engineering life-cycle design, development, integration and maintenance support for the P-8A AAS Mission Systems contracts.

• Partners with hardware, software, and systems engineering to design, develop, troubleshoot, and test P-8A AAS Mission Systems and Training Systems software.
• Assists with the development, documentation and maintenance of architectures, requirements, algorithms, interfaces and designs for software systems.
• Develops and maintains code and integrates software components into a fully functional software system.
• Assists with test procedures and documents test results to ensure software system requirements are met.

• Active U.S. Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required) – a clearance active in the past 24 months is considered active.
• Bachelor’s Degree.
• Experience in software development.
• Experience using Java.

• Bachelor of Science degree in an accredited engineering, engineering technology, chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science program, or Bachelor’s Degree with 4+ years of directly related work experience, or 8+ years of related relevant experience.
• Active U.S. Top Secret Clearance.
• Experience with development of C/C++ and/or Linux Operating Systems.
• Experience with development of OpenGL.
• Experience in Agile/Dev Ops methodologies.
• Experience in Real-Time Algorithm implementation.
• Experience in development, documentation and maintenance of architectures, requirements, interfaces and designs for software systems.

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace (DFW) where post-offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria are met as outlined in our policies.

This position may require travel up to 25% of the time domestically (intermittent for remote installations).

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.

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain top talent. Elements of the package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. 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: USD $83,300 - $112,700.

Applications for this position will be accepted until Jul. 28, 2026
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This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. As a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. 120.62, the role requires a U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

US based job, U.S. Person required.

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent required.

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

This position requires an active U.S. Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). A clearance active in the past 24 months is considered active.

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

This position is for 1st shift.

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.