Mission Systems Software Chief Architect

Location: Berkeley, Missouri

Job ID: JR2026520208

Category: Security Clearance

Role Type: Onsite

Post Date: вер.. 18, 2026

About the Position

Bring your ideas to life at Boeing. We are committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful, and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Join us as a Mission Systems Software Chief Architect to support our proprietary Mission Systems software team in Berkeley, MO.

Responsibilities

• Leads the Mission Systems software office as Chief Software Engineer – focusing on software process and tooling in support of product architecture and execution flows.
• Partners with stakeholders to inform system definition and reviews, translating system-level requirements into software requirements and models that meet customer, operational, and performance requirements.
• Reviews software system-level analyses to identify risk, issues, and opportunities; leads integration and deployment of mitigation actions throughout the software lifecycle.
• Leads code reviews to ensure alignment to requirements and standards.
• Monitors and reviews test completion, verification processes, and issue resolution for software systems.
• Reviews product and process for alignment with project plans and industry standards by tracking and evaluating internal team and supplier performance.
• Mentors and coaches junior engineers in software development.

Requirements

• Active Secret U.S. Security Clearance (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active.)
• Ability to obtain access to Special Access Programs (SAP)
• Bachelor's Degree
• 5+ years of experience with full life-cycle software development, modeling, simulation, testing, and/or analysis using C, C++, C#, Python, Java, Ada, and/or Linux.
• 5+ years of experience developing, documenting, and maintaining architectures, requirements, algorithms, interfaces, and designs for software systems.
• 5+ years of experience with Software Development Processes.

Nice to Have

• Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology, chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science and 14+ years of related work experience or Bachelor’s Degree and 18+ years of directly related work experience or 22+ years of related, relevant experience.
• Experience in systems integration with systems engineering processes and procedures.
• Experience leading software related projects or technical teams.
• Strong verbal and written skills, teaming skills, technical skills, and integration skills.
• Experience with embedded software architecture/development/design.
• Experience developing mission systems software on aircraft platforms.
• Hands-on experience developing on the Linux platform and Windows.
• Experience with Agile software development and related processes.
• Familiar with safety critical software development processes.

We Offer

• Competitive salary range: $177,650 - $240,350.
• Generous company match to your 401(k).
• Industry-leading tuition assistance program pays your institution directly.
• Fertility, adoption, and surrogacy benefits.
• Up to $10,000 gift match when you support your favorite nonprofit organizations.
• Relocation based on candidate eligibility.
• Drug-Free Workplace.
• Equal Opportunity Employer.

About the Company

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful, and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

Application Deadline: Sept. 30, 2026

Export Control Requirements: This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. A “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 is required.

Visa Sponsorship: Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift: This position is for 1st shift.

Conflict of Interest: Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.

Drug Free Workplace: Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

CodeVue Coding Challenge: To be considered for this position you will be required to complete a technical assessment as part of the selection process. Failure to complete the assessment will remove you from consideration.

Pay & Benefits: At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage, and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.

Summary Pay Range: $177,650 - $240,350

Education: Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Required

Security Clearance: This position requires an active U.S. Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active)

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