Embedded Software Engineer

Boeing

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Quick summary

Work type
On-site
Location
Huntsville, AL
Salary
$126,650–$171,350 / yr
Employment
Full-time
Posted
9 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live yesterday
Closes
Oct 8, 2026 (soon)

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Salary context

Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $178k
This role $149k
$116k most similar roles pay here $225k

This role pays less than 71% of similar roles. Most pay $142,437–$214,000 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $149k versus about $178k for comparable roles.

Based on 240 similar postings.

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About Boeing

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

Boeing currently has 43 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $111,350–$159,850 across 37 roles with salary data.

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At a glance

TL;DR · Embedded Software Engineer

The Experienced Embedded Software Engineer joins the ADaPS organization to support critical programs including Space Launch Systems, Satellite Efforts, and Advanced Missile Defense projects like the Patriot Advanced Capability. In this role, you will develop and maintain tactical software for the PAC3 RF Seeker system while analyzing requirements, algorithms, and designs. You will be responsible for executing and documenting software tests, establishing modern development environments with formalized processes, and performing research and trade studies. The daily work involves troubleshooting issues, mentoring junior engineers, and managing supplier performance to ensure conformance to industry standards. Required technical skills include experience with embedded real-time software, Windows or Linux systems, and DevOps toolchains involving Artifactory and Gitlab. Preferred expertise includes GNU toolchains, real-time operating systems, and working within small, agile teams on fast-paced, customer-funded programs.

What does a Embedded Software Engineer earn?

Median $155976 from 78 postings across 16 companies.

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What you'll do

  • Develop and maintain tactical software for the PAC3 RF Seeker system.
  • Analyze, test, and document software requirements, algorithms, and designs.
  • Execute and document software tests to verify system requirements.
  • Establish and maintain a modern software development environment with formalized processes.
  • Develop and deploy tools and processes to support project goals.
  • Perform software research and trade studies to inform technical decisions.
  • Troubleshoot complex software issues and provide technical content to stakeholders.
  • Mentor junior engineers and lead team members in project execution.

What we're looking for

  • Must be a U.S. Person as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62.
  • Must be a U.S. citizen and able to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance.
  • Bachelor's Degree or higher.
  • 3+ years of experience automating software builds, unit tests, integration tests, deployment, and installations using Artifactory and/or Gitlab.
  • 3+ years of experience with software development on Windows or Linux.
  • 1+ years of experience with embedded real-time software development.
  • Experience with GNU toolchains and build products (preferred).
  • Export Control Requirement: This position.

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