Software Engineer, Missile Defense National Team

Boeing

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Work type
On-site
Location
Colorado Springs, COHuntsville, AL
Salary
$99,450–$134,550 / yr
Posted
10 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live yesterday
Closes
Sep 21, 2026

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Below market

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This role $117k
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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 · Software Engineer, Missile Defense National Team

Software Engineer, Missile Defense National Team, C2BMC (Associate, Experienced or Senior) joins the Missile Defense National Team to support the Command, Control, Battle Management, and Communications system. This role involves designing, developing, and testing Java-based applications within a full software development lifecycle, including creating design artifacts, performing code reviews, and executing integration and test activities. The engineer will work on requirements and architecture for Ballistic Missile Defense Systems while participating in agile planning. Key technical skills include experience with Java, Spring, Oracle SQL, SQL Server, and Unified Modeling Language (UML). Preferred competencies include knowledge of OOP, design patterns, Eclipse, Maven, Gradle, microservices, and automated unit testing frameworks. The work involves developing a system that ingests global sensor data to provide a single source of information for warfighters to enable engagements against missile attacks.

What does a Software Engineer earn in Colorado?

Median $146500 from 63 postings across 20 companies.

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What you'll do

  • Design, develop, and test Java-based applications in support of C2BMC systems.
  • Execute the full software development lifecycle including generating design artifacts and implementing code changes.
  • Participate in agile planning and execution using established project management processes.
  • Develop software requirements and architecture for Ballistic Missile Defense System components.
  • Deploy integration and test processes, tools, and metrics to ensure system reliability.
  • Execute and document all integration and testing activities and events.
  • Mentor junior engineers on technical tasks and development practices.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent.
  • Active U.S. Secret security clearance (U.S. citizenship required).
  • 2+ years of experience with backend development using Java, Spring, Oracle SQL, and SQL Server.
  • 1+ years of experience in Unified Modeling Language (UML) or other software architecture modeling techniques.
  • 1+ years of experience with Agile software development lifecycle.
  • 5 or more years of related work experience for the Experienced level.
  • 9 or more years of related work experience for the Senior level.
  • Export Control Requirement: Safety Sensitive: Security.

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