Associate Software Engineer

Boeing Company

The Boeing Company is seeking an Associate Software Engineer to join the B-52J Navigation and Displays team in Kent, Washington, supporting the B-52J CERP program within Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS). The role focuses on flight software development and avionics modernization for a long‑serving, iconic military aircraft; it is ideal for someone passionate about embedded systems and ready to go beyond basic coding while working alongside experienced engineers in a dynamic environment.

The ideal candidate will be an independent contributor who supports lifecycle activities—design, development, integration, verification, process/tool deployment, supplier and project coordination, research, and troubleshooting—under general direction from technical leads, product owners, and functional managers. This is a hands‑on, high‑impact role where you will own features, understand system architecture, tackle complex assignments, mentor junior engineers, and influence team processes; therefore, prior experience in avionics and related domains is required.

• Supports the design, development, test, and maintenance of embedded software throughout the end‑to‑end lifecycle that meets industry, customer, safety, and regulation standards.
• Assists with review, analysis, and translation of customer requirements into initial design of software products.
• Supports development, maintenance, enhancement, and optimization of software products and functionalities for systems integrations.
• Supports development, documentation and maintenance of architectures, requirements, algorithms, interfaces, and designs for software products.
• Supports debugging and resolution of issues identified to ensure the reliability and efficiency of software products.
• Participates in handling user inquiries, troubleshooting technical issues, and user feedback analysis.
• Supports implementation of current and emerging technologies, tools, frameworks, and changes in regulations relevant to software development.
• Supports development, establishment, monitoring, and improvement of software processes, tools, and key performance metrics that align projects with organizational goals and industry benchmarks.
• Supports execution and documentation of software research and development projects.
• Assists with performing software project management activities and software supplier management functions.
• Supports tracking and evaluation of software team and supplier performance to ensure product and process compliance with project plans and industry standards.

• 2+ years of professional experience in software development lifecycle—including design, development, integration, verification, process/tool deployment, supplier and project coordination, research, and troubleshooting.
• Experience in Agile software development.
• Experience with Agile workflow tools such as VS Code and platforms such as Git Lab.
• Experience developing embedded real‑time software with C, C++, Java, Python, Rust, or Ada.
• Experience working with real‑time operating systems (RTOS).
• Experience with object‑oriented analysis and design (OOAD) methodologies.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and communicate with stakeholders of different backgrounds and skill levels.

• Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering technology (including computer engineering, computer science, or software engineering).
• Knowledge of how to derive and allocate requirements (e.g., system, sub‑system, software) and show traceability throughout the product lifecycle.
• Experience with designing entire components and features following specifications/standards and aircraft/product certification systems.
• Experience taking a feature from planning to deployment without needing constant check‑ins from senior staff.
• Knowledge of software development processes in compliance with established internal and industry standards, guidelines, and best practices in the development, testing, and deployment of software.
• Knowledge of general and software development and testing tools—capability and usage; for example, compilers,…