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The Boeing Company is looking for a Software Development Engineering Manager to join the E-7 Software Development team located in Tukwila, WA. This position will focus on supporting the Mobility, Surveillance, and Bombers (MS&B) division within the Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) business organization.
This position will manage one or more teams of software engineers that are responsible for software development activities of the mission systems software used on or with the E-7A Wedgetail. In addition to production software, this management position may include oversight of research and development, as well as internal applications development programs that are relevant to the platform.
Position Responsibilities:
Manages employees performing engineering and technical activities in the area of Software Engineering
Develops and executes project and process plans, implements policies and procedures and sets operational goals
Acquires resources for projects and processes, provides technical management of suppliers and leads process improvements
Develops and maintains relationships and partnerships with customers, stakeholders, peers, partners and direct reports
Provides oversight and approval of technical approaches, products and processes
Manages, develops and motivates employees
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/ Experience):
5+ years of experience in software engineering
2+ years of experience leading or managing software engineering activities
Experience with software architecture and software implementation
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Able to travel 10 of the time
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science
A strong, influential leadership style that moves people to act, motivates and inspires excellence and innovation
Ability to proactively and quickly make sense of complex issues
Gains the trust of others by demonstrating openness and honesty, behaving consistently, and acting in accordance with moral, ethical, professional, and organizational guidelines
Experience with mentoring, coaching, and growing software engineering teams
Knowledge of and experience working in embedded software engineering aerospace environments
Drug Free Workplace:
Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.
Total Rewards & Pay Transparency:
At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.
The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.
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 spanet and business considerations.
Summary pay range for Managers: $141,950.00 - $192,050.00
Applications for this position will be accepted until Nov. 07, 2025
Export Control Requirements: This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. 120.15 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.
Export Control Details: US based job, US Person required
Relocation
This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.
Security Clearance
This position requires an active U.S. Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active)
Visa Sponsorship
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
Shift
This position is for 1st shift
Equal Opportunity Employer:
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.
