Software Design Engineer

Boeing

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Quick summary

Work type
Remote
Location
Kent, WA
Salary
$126,650–$171,350 / yr
Posted
3 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live yesterday
Closes
Sep 22, 2026

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Salary context

Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $174k
This role $149k
$117k most similar roles pay here $217k

This role pays less than 78% of similar roles. Most pay $150,499–$197,750 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $149k versus about $174k 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 39 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $118,150–$159,850 across 34 roles with salary data.

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At a glance

TL;DR · Software Design Engineer

Experienced Software Design Engineer (P-8 Mission Systems) joins the P-8 Mission Systems Software team to support the Boeing Defense, Space and Security Services organization. This role involves defining requirements, developing architecture and system level designs, performing code reviews, and managing software projects and suppliers. The engineer will translate system-level requirements into software models, perform risk analyses, and develop user documentation while ensuring compliance with safety and certification standards. Key technical skills include experience in software systems architecture, requirement writing, interface design, and troubleshooting hardware and software issues in complex environments. Preferred technical proficiencies include scripting languages such as XML, Perl, and Python, along with use case development and weapons integration on military platforms. The role focuses on the P-8 Poseidon program, which serves as a primary anti-submarine warfare platform for the US Navy and international partners.

What you'll do

  • Define system requirements and translate them into software requirements and models with clear traceability.
  • Design, develop, and maintain software systems that meet safety, security, and certification standards.
  • Perform system-level analyses to identify risks and implement mitigation actions throughout the lifecycle.
  • Conduct code reviews to ensure alignment with technical requirements and industry standards.
  • Monitor and review test completion, verification processes, and issue resolution for software systems.
  • Create user documentation and training materials to educate end users on software products.
  • Manage software projects and oversee performance of internal teams and external suppliers.
  • Implement emerging technologies and tools while ensuring compliance with relevant government regulations.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor of Science degree in engineering, engineering technology, mathematics, data science, or computer science.
  • 3 or more years of engineering work experience.
  • U.S. Citizenship required.
  • Ability to obtain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance.
  • Experience in Software Systems Architecture and writing software requirements.
  • Experience with interface design and control documents.
  • Troubleshooting H/W and S/W issues in complex environments (preferred).
  • Export Control Requirement: This position.

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