ESS Mission Planning Associate/Experienced Software Engineer

Boeing

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Work type
On-site
Location
Seal Beach, CA
Salary
$112,500–$137,500 / yr
Posted
1 day ago
Closes
Jun 19, 2026

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Below market

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This role $125k
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Boeing is the world''s largest aerospace company and leading manufacturer of commercial jetliners, military aircraft, defense systems, and space launch vehicles for customers in 150 countries. Industry: Aerospace & Defense Manufacturing

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TL;DR · ESS Mission Planning Associate/Experienced Software Engineer

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The Boeing Company is hiring experienced Software Systems Engineers for its Evolved Strategic Satcom (ESS) program in Seal Beach, CA. This critical role involves developing and maintaining high-performance APIs between front-end and back-end software services within a fast-paced Agile environment using DevSecOps methodologies. Engineers will lead the development of key features, build CI/CD pipelines with GitLab, conduct code reviews, and support real-time geospatial visualization interfaces. The ideal candidate has 3+ years of experience in space systems and ground segments, proficiency in Python, Java, TypeScript, or FastAPI, and a strong understanding of C2 systems and mission planning requirements. Additionally, candidates should have extensive knowledge of Kubernetes, database technologies like Postgres and SQL/NoSQL, and be capable of working with open-source software projects.

Skills

Python Java TypeScript FastAPI Kubernetes PostgreSQL GitLab CI/CD Agile DevOps SQL NoSQL

What you'll do

  • Develop and maintain high-performance APIs between front-end and back-end software services.
  • Lead the development of critical features, owning the full lifecycle from design through deployment.
  • Build and consume APIs and backend services with a focus on automation, testing, and security.
  • Conduct code reviews to ensure compliance with established standards and best practices.
  • Support Agile software development activities using DevSecOps methodologies for integration.
  • Advocate for improvements in product quality, security, and performance within the team.

What we're looking for

  • Active U.S. DoD Secret Clearance or TS/SCI clearance required.
  • 5+ years of experience in software development for space systems and ground segments.
  • Proficient in Python, Java, TypeScript, FastAPI, and modern front-end frameworks.
  • Experience with designing intuitive user interfaces featuring real-time geospatial visualization.
  • Strong background in database technologies (Postgres, SQL/NoSQL) and Kubernetes tuning.
  • 5+ years of experience in CI/CD pipeline design and automated testing workflows.

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