Lead Developer

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 Space & Launch Division's Global Satellite Configuration and Control Equipment (GSCCE) program is looking for a Lead Developer in Colorado Springs, CO or El Segundo, CA.
 

The Boeing Space, Intelligence & Weapon Systems (SI&WS) Division's GSCCE program is seeking motivated, goal-achieving, and team-oriented systems engineers to update, upgrade, and develop an updated and modernized global military satellite communications (MILSATCOM) ground system that will manage the WGS Payloads for all F1-F12 satellites — for the Boeing-built Wideband Global SATCOM (WGS) satellites.

As a member of the GSCCE team, you will be involved in the entire product development lifecycle, from conceptualization and development to the maintenance and support of the delivered system for our customers. These roles provide opportunities for you to significantly influence project outcomes. The Boeing SI&WS Software team fosters a collaborative mentoring environment, allowing you to learn, mentor others, and contribute to shaping the future of our organization.

At Boeing, we prioritize innovation and collaboration to create a positive impact globally. From the seabed to outer space, you can engage in meaningful work with a company that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are dedicated to creating a welcoming, respectful, and inclusive environment for all teammates, offering ample opportunities for professional growth. Join us and find your future with Boeing.

Position Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain responsive applications using Java, Python, React.js and related technologies.

• Collaborate with Software Engineers to implement design specifications, align with requirements, and peer code reviews.

• Optimize applications for maximum speed and scalability.

• Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback to team members.

• Strong problem-solving skills, including the ability to review performance issues, identify root causes, recommend direction, and develop a solution to ensure optimal performance.

• Develop clean, maintainable, and efficient code within the existing codebase, ensuring alignment with established architecture and coding standards.

• Excellent communication skills, working with end-users to design and build solutions to their needs, a habit of self-directed learning of new technologies, and the ability to learn quickly and adapt to a fast-paced environment.

This position is expected to be fully on site at Colorado Springs, Colorado or El Segundo, California.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/ Experience): 

• Active Secret clearance

• 5+ years of experience in Software Engineering using modern software development approaches.

• 5+ years of experience with software development using either Java, C++, or Python

• 5+ years of experience with web based development, leveraging ReactJS, Redux, JavaScript, TypeScript, HTML, CSS

• 3+ years of experience with RESTFul APIs

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (including manufacturing engineering technology), chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science.

• 5+ years of experience with open-source software development experience.

• 5+ years of experience with fine tuning Kubernetes and the underlying host OS for optimal performance.

• 5+ years of experience troubleshooting software and network integration during platform deployments.

• 3+ years of experience as a well-rounded engineer who is comfortable wearing multiple hats, such as a front-end (UI/UX), database, and backend.

• Knowledge of accessibility standards and best practices, along with experience supporting Government security requirements for software delivery involving system accreditation.

• Experience working in an Agile software development environment utilizing Atlassian Suite (Jira, Confluence, Bitbucket, etc.) or similar tools.

Travel: 10%

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.

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.

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. 

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.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. 

Summary Pay Range: $127.500 - $185,150

Applications for this position will be accepted until Jul. 28, 2025

Export Control Requirements: 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

Relocation

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

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)

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

This position is for 1st shift

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.

Experience Level
Individual Contributor
Contingent Upon Program Award
No, this position is not contingent upon program award

Schedule
Full time

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.