Associate and Mid-Level Software Engineer - The Boeing Company

**Job Description** At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. From the seabed to outer space, you can contribute to work that matters with a company where diversity, equity and inclusion are shared values. 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 looking for a **Secure Network & Protocols Software Engineers (Associate or Experienced)** to join our P-8 Missions System Operating System Software Engineering team in **Kent, Washington** . This position will focus on supporting the Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) business organization. This is a challenging and exciting opportunity supporting the software Execution Environment and Virtual Integration Platform development for P-8 Poseidon Mission Systems software. The P-8 Poseidon program is the premier Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW) platform for the US Navy and several international partners. Our teams are currently hiring for a broad range of experience levels including; Associate and Experienced Level Secure Network & Protocols Software Engineers. **Position Responsibilities:** + Develops, tests, and maintains the Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) and Windows Operating System (OS) software execution environment + Develops, tests, and maintains the high-fidelity desktop simulation environment to model the operation of P-8 Poseidon mission systems aircraft environment + Evaluates, tests, and integrates RHEL and Windows upgrades with mission systems software products + Completes RHEL and Windows OS cyber security investigations, upgrades, and enhancements + Investigates, integrates, and evaluates lab and aircraft hardware + Designs, develops, architects, and maintains software solutions for network stack protocol software used to securely exchange data between systems + Conducts performance analysis, testing, monitoring and software assessments of networking protocol software to assess, identify and address risks, weaknesses and vulnerabilities + Provides input on secure network and protocols throughout the end-to-end lifecycle development of software products In addition, Experienced Engineers responsibilities include: + Researches and implements current and emerging networking protocols, software security trends, vulnerabilities, and technologies + Performs software project management activities and software supplier management functions **This position is hybrid. This means that the selected candidate will be required to perform some work onsite at one of the listed location options. This is at the hiring team's discretion and could potentially change in the future.** **This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.** **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. **Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/ Experience):** + 2+ years' experience in the following areas: programming (e.g., C++, ColdFusion, Perl, Python, Bash, PHP, Fortran), operating systems (e.g., Windows, Unix, Solaris), and databases (e.g., Oracle, SQL + 2+ years of experience using Linux Red Hat + 2+ years of hands-on maintenance and configuration experience with network routers and switches **Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):** + Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science + 3+ years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience + 2+ years' experience with operating systems (OS) concepts such as process management, memory management, kernel design, file systems, and device drivers + 2+ years' experience with hardware architecture, including memory, networking, and I/O devices + Experience in cyber security + Experience in hardware emulation to create high-fidelity simulation environments **Typical Education/Experience:** **Associate (Level 2):** Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 2 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience (e.g. Master). In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard. **Experienced (Level 3):** Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 5 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience (e.g. PhD, Master+3 years' related work experience). In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard. **Travel:** Occasional travel may be required but would be less than 10%. **Relocation:** This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility. **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. **Work Shift:** This position is for 1st shift. **Union:** This is a union-represented position. 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. The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements. Salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. Summary pay range for Associate Level: $92,650.00 - $125,350.00 Summary pay range for Experienced Level: $114,750.00 - $155,250.00 Applications for this position will be accepted until January 5, 2025. **Export Control Requirements:** U.S. Government Export Control Status: This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a "U.S. Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 is required. "U.S. Person" includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee. **Export Control Details:** US based job, US Person required **Equal Opportunity Employer:** Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.