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Software Engineering Manager

Houston, Texas Job ID JR2025450852 Category Engineering - Software Role Type Onsite Post Date Apr. 14, 2025
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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.

The Boeing Company is currently seeking a Software Engineering Manager to support our International Space Station Software Teams located in Houston, TX. This position will focus on supporting the Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) Software Engineering organization.

Join our dynamic team at Boeing, where innovation meets excellence in aerospace software development. As a Software Engineering Manager, you will play a pivotal role in leading safety-critical software teams that support the International Space Station. This is an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology and collaborate with international partners, all while contributing to the future of human exploration. If you are passionate about software engineering and leadership, we invite you to apply and be part of our mission to push the boundaries of aerospace technology.

Position Responsibilities: 
•    Lead the team in the full software development lifecycle.
•    Provide oversight and approval of technical approaches, products, and processes.
•    Manage, develop, and motivate employees while modeling the Boeing Behaviors.
•    Lead the team using advanced agile framework methodologies.
•    Develop and execute plans in accordance with organizational processes and procedures.
•    Develop estimates to support contract proposal activities for new human exploration endeavors.
•    Interface with both internal project management customers as well as the NASA customer.

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite in Houston, TX.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/ Experience):

•    10+ years of experience in Software Engineering
•    5+ years of experience in an engineering leadership role
•    5+ years of experience with mission/safety-critical software development
•    2+ years of experience in hardware and software integration
•    Experience with the NASA and the human space programs

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
•    Experience championing safety and quality within an organization
•    Experience leading high performing Agile teams
•    Experience leading software estimates for technical complexity, cost, and schedule
•    Experience leading contract management of technical suppliers
•    Experience cultivating leadership within the software organization leading, mentoring, and engaging individuals and teams
•    Experience implementing modern DevSecOps techniques and tools
•    Experience in communicating with all levels of management, customers, and partners

Travel: Up to 10%

Drug Free Workplace:
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 is met as outlined in our policies.

Pay & Benefits: 
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 market and business considerations.

Summary Pay Range: $141,950 - $192,050



Applications for this position will be accepted until Apr. 26, 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.

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.

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