T-7 Chief Software Engineer

Boeing

Remote

Quick summary

Work type: Remote
Location: Berkeley, MO
Salary: $198,050–$267,950 / yr
Posted: 2 days ago
Closes: Jun 17, 2026
Nearby: 46 roles within 25 mi

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Above market

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This role $233k

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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 64 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $126,900–$161,000 across 63 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · T-7 Chief Software Engineer

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The Boeing Company is hiring a Chief Software Engineer for its T-7 System Software team in Berkeley, MO. This senior-level role involves overseeing the full lifecycle development of real-time embedded C++ and Ada software for the T-7 Red Hawk’s Vehicle Management Systems Computers (VMSC) and Mission Management Processors (MMP). The candidate will manage a small team, coordinate with internal partners and external customers, and champion Lean-Agile practices. Key responsibilities include designing, testing, maintaining, and optimizing software to meet industry standards and customer requirements. Ideal candidates have over 15 years of software engineering experience, including at least 10 in embedded real-time development, and proficiency in C++. Experience with Agile methodologies and tools like Git is essential for this role focused on advanced avionics systems.

Skills

C++ Ada Agile Git Embedded Systems Real-time Systems CI/CD UML DO-178B/C SysML MISRA C++ AUTOSAR RTOS DDS Python PostgreSQL AWS Kubernetes

What you'll do

Oversees full life-cycle software development for T-7 Mission Systems and Vehicle Management.
Drives real-time embedded C++ and Ada software development for VMSC and MMP.
Coordinates with internal teams and external customers on software projects.
Ensures compliance with industry, customer, safety, and regulatory standards.
Champions Lean-Agile best practices and process adherence in software development.

What we're looking for

15+ years of Software Engineering experience
10+ years developing embedded real-time software
3+ years programming in C++
Experience with Agile software development methodologies
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience
U.S. Citizenship required for government clearance
Experience leading small teams and managing supplier-developed projects

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