Lead Simulation Software Architect

Boeing

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Work type: On-site
Location: El Segundo, CA
Salary: $171,700–$232,300 / yr
Posted: 4 days ago
Closes: Jul 1, 2026 (soon)
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $188k

This role $202k

$134k most similar roles pay here $243k

This role pays more than 68% of similar roles. Most pay $162,000–$213,062 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $202k versus about $188k for comparable roles.

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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 114 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $126,650–$171,350 across 113 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Lead Simulation Software Architect

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The Lead Simulation Software Architect role at Boeing Defense, Space & Security in El Segundo, CA, involves leading and contributing to the development of requirements, architectures, and simulation models for satellite subsystems. This senior-level position requires planning and executing software tasks across the entire lifecycle using modern technologies within an agile CI/CD environment. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with C/C++ programming, simulation products, infrastructure tooling like Docker and Kubernetes, and familiarity with Agile or SAFe practices. They must deliver innovative solutions to complex technical challenges while providing critical support and independent reviews for team projects, ensuring high-quality outcomes in a rapid development setting.

Skills

C/C++ Docker Kubernetes CI/CD Agile SAFe Python PostgreSQL AWS Git Jenkins Prometheus Grafana

What you'll do

Leads development of requirements, architectures, and simulation models for satellite subsystems.
Executes software development tasks across the full lifecycle using modern technologies.
Conducts trade studies, detailed designs, and verification activities independently and collaboratively.
Delivers innovative solutions to complex technical challenges in a rapid development environment.
Provides critical technical support and reviews teammates’ work products for accuracy.

What we're looking for

Bachelor’s degree or higher and 3+ years of experience with systems and software architectures.
5+ years’ experience programming in C/C++.
Experience with simulation products, including both Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) and open-source solutions.
Familiarity with Agile or SAFe practices, including daily standup, User Stories, Sprints, and Program Increment Planning.
Ability to communicate complex technical risks and advise senior leaders on impact.

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