Overview Job Description 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. The Boeing Company is currently seeking a Lead Software Engineer Architect to support our Electromagnetics Verification Facility (EMVF) team located in Tukwila, Washington. This position will focus on supporting the Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) Software Engineering organization. We are seeking a Lead Software Engineer Architect to spearhead the design, interface, integration, implementation, and trade studies of software systems for the Electromagnetics Range. The ideal candidate will lead project teams, provide technical oversight, delegate tasks effectively, and collaborate with the engineering organization to establish technology roadmaps, drive modernization efforts, and foster innovation. In this role, you will engage with internal Integrated Product Teams, suppliers, government personnel, program managers, and programs to define and refine requirements that ensure software compliance for Electromagnetics Range and Chamber operations. You will also provide guidance, coaching, mentoring, and training to employees across the organization within your areas of expertise. Position Responsibilities Partners with appropriate stakeholders to inform end-to-end software system definition and reviews; translate system-level requirements into software requirements and models that meet customer, operational and performance requirements and have clear traceability to design, code and test artifacts. Review completion of software system-level analyses to identify risk, issues and opportunities; lead integration and deployment of mitigation actions throughout the software lifecycle. Lead code reviews to ensure alignment to requirements and standard practices. Lead monitoring and reviewing test completion, verification processes and issue resolution for software systems. Lead review of product and process for alignment with project plans and industry standards by tracking and evaluating internal team and supplier performance. Lead implementation of current and emerging technologies, tools, frameworks and changes in regulations relevant to software development. Lead analysis of customer and system requirements and development of architectural approaches and detailed specifications for various subsystems and software products. Lead the design, development, analyses, and maintenance of software systems that meet industry, customer and internal quality, safety, security and certification standards. Serve as a subject matter expert for software domains, system-specific issues, processes and regulations. Decompose high-level system requirements into hardware, software, architecture, and firmware specifications. Mentor and develop engineers across all levels through sharing and learning. Ability to take projects from beginning to end with little direct supervision. Teamwork and coordination skills with ability to create clarity from ambiguity. Perform risk analysis and provide new and upgraded features to system components. Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience) 7+ years of experience with Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS), Linux, and Windows 7+ years of experience designing and developing software using C, C++, or other object-oriented programming languages 7+ years of experience in embedded low-level and application software development, Interface Control Document development (ICD), Statement of Work (SOW) Development 5+ years’ experience leading software teams and/or projects 5+ years of experience in software architecture, design, interface, and integration techniques Knowledge of real-time software domains including control systems, network architectures, communication protocols, and software development practices Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience) Bachelor of Science degree in engineering, engineering technology, chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science Experience in continuous software upgrades and technology refreshes as components reach End-of-Life (EOL) General knowledge of electromagnetics range software systems/subsystems (e.g., Radar, Chamber, and Motion Control) Experience with continuous integration (CI) and continuous delivery (CD) practices Experience with Docker container technology and Kubernetes Container Service (KCS) Experience using DevOps tool chain and team collaboration tools including GitLab, JIRA, Jenkins and/or Artifactory Familiarity with range and Electromagnetics Range and Chamber software compliance regulations; not required Knowledge of how to derive and allocate requirements (e.g., system, sub-system, software) and show traceability throughout the product lifecycle Union: This is a union-represented position. Drug Free Workplace: Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for listed substances when criteria is met as outlined in our policies. Travel: less than 10% Additional Details 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: Boeing offers a Total Rewards package including competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with a variety of benefit programs, including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and paid/unpaid time away from work; programs vary by location and eligibility. Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. Summary pay range for Lead: $151,300 - $204,700. Applications for this position will be accepted until Jan. 05, 2026 . Export & Compliance Export Control Requirements: This position must meet export control compliance requirements. A “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 is required (U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee). Export Control Details: US based job, US Person required. Relocation: This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility. Security Clearance: This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance; interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required. Visa Sponsorship: Boeing will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status. Shift & Equal Opportunity Shift: This position is for 1st shift. Equal Opportunity Employer: Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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