Software Systems Engineer (Senior/Lead)

Boeing

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Work type
On-site
Location
El Segundo, CA
Salary
$158,500–$213,900 / yr
Posted
5 days ago
Closes
Jun 20, 2026

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Similar $180k
This role $186k
$128k most similar roles pay here $236k

This role pays more than 60% of similar roles. Most pay $142,450–$217,725 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $186k versus about $180k 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 121 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $124,525–$162,150 across 118 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Software Systems Engineer (Senior/Lead)

The Boeing Company seeks Senior or Lead Software Systems Engineers to join its Ground Software Engineering team in El Segundo, CA. Candidates will develop and maintain high-performance Command and Control software solutions for satellite/ground systems, leading agile development teams using DevSecOps methodologies. Day-to-day responsibilities include coding in Java, C++, or Python, integrating software components, and supporting progress demonstrations to stakeholders. The role requires 5+ years of experience with space-based or ground-based systems, 3+ years of project leadership, and familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, database technologies, and containerization tools like Docker and Kubernetes. Ideal candidates will have a background in Flight Dynamics, Orbital Analysis, or Satellite Management Systems, contributing to the next generation of satellite ground systems for USG and commercial customers.

What you'll do

  • Develop and maintain high-performance Command and Control software solutions.
  • Lead software development activities using DevSecOps methodologies.
  • Implement structured approaches for defining and meeting development schedules.
  • Support progress demonstration presentations to customer representatives and leadership.
  • Design and implement CI/CD pipelines in GitLab for automated testing and deployment.

What we're looking for

  • 5+ years of experience in systems engineering or software development for space-based or ground-based systems.
  • Proven leadership in software development projects with at least 3 years of experience.
  • Strong programming skills in Java, C++, or Python.
  • Experience with Flight Dynamics/Orbital Analysis and Satellite Management Systems.
  • Familiarity with database technologies, messaging systems, and data streaming technologies.
  • Ability to obtain a DoD Secret Clearance (interim prestart, final post-start).
  • Expertise in CI/CD pipelines and automated testing workflows.

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