Mission Systems Software Test Architect

Boeing

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Work type
On-site
Location
Berkeley, MO
Salary
$177,650–$240,350 / yr
Posted
10 days ago
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This role $209k
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This role pays more than 77% of similar roles. Most pay $147,681–$204,762 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $209k versus about $176k for comparable roles.

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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 · Mission Systems Software Test Architect

The Mission Systems Software Test Architect joins the Air Dominance Software Team to provide engineering leadership in developing automated test products and toolsets for advanced avionics systems. This role involves leading a team of software test engineers to integrate automated test frameworks, improve development efficiency using AI/ML agents, and ensure the functionality, performance, and safety of mission-critical software. The architect will collaborate with program management and cross-functional stakeholders to develop comprehensive test plans from development through formal qualification testing. Key technical requirements include experience with C, C++, C#, Python, Java, Ada, and Linux environments. Candidates should possess expertise in AI/ML model deployment, computer vision, and real-time embedded software for aircraft platforms. The role addresses the complex challenge of verifying high-reliability defense software within an Agile environment while adhering to safety-critical airworthiness certification requirements.

What you'll do

  • Lead a team of software engineers in integrating automated test frameworks and tools for avionics systems.
  • Drive improvements in test development efficiency and effectiveness through the use of AI/ML agents.
  • Verify functionality, performance, and safety of software systems while identifying and reporting defects or vulnerabilities.
  • Develop Mission Systems IPT Test Plans defining all stages, methods, and criteria for automated testing.
  • Coordinate with stakeholders to ensure test efforts align with program objectives and delivery schedules.
  • Manage the development of tools and infrastructure required to validate complex avionics designs.
  • Oversee formal qualification testing to ensure software meets safety-critical requirements and airworthiness standards.

What we're looking for

  • Must possess an active U.S. Secret Security Clearance.
  • Must be a U.S. Person as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 to meet export control requirements.
  • Ability to obtain access to Special Access Programs (SAP).
  • Bachelor's Degree required.
  • 5+ years of experience leading a software development project or team.
  • 3+ years of experience with the design and leadership of automated test system development projects.
  • 5+ years of experience in full life-cycle software development using C, C++, C#, Python, Java, Ada, and/or Linux.
  • U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

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