Entry Level Software Engineer (Real Time Software Engineer)

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 an Entry Level Software Engineer (Real Time Software Engineer) to join the CITS Software team located at Tinker AFB in Oklahoma City, OK. This position will focus on supporting the Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) business organization.

The Central Integrated Test System (CITS) Team develops software in support of the B-1 Bomber.  The CITS software team develops and maintains the Operational Flight Programming (OFP) software and other real-time embedded software products that fulfill the mission of the B-1. The OFP software is written in C++ with an emphasis on open architectures.  The team performs development using up to date coding standards, the agile methodology, Jira, Git, and Gitlab.

The Software Engineer will collaborate with a diverse engineering team to design, develop, and deploy operational flight software used to monitor and test the B-1.

Position Responsibilities:

• Assists with the design, development, test, and maintenance of non-embedded software throughout the end-to-end lifecycle that meets industry, customer, safety, and regulation standards

• Supporting software development on agile teams which are tasked with integrating/implementing solutions onto a platform

• Developing high fidelity simulation and environment software and tool sets to enable rapid development, test, and deployment of high-quality software solutions for the war-fighter, and many others

• Uses analytical problem-solving skills to resolve problems for the company and suppliers

• Uses engineering skills to deliver improved weapon system capabilities to our customers

• Applies engineering knowledge to continuously improve processes and tools

• Applies knowledge of engineering principles to conduct analysis

• Gathers information to review, analyze, and translate customer requirements into initial design of software products

• Assists with development, maintenance, enhancement and optimization of software products and functionalities for systems integrations

• Assists with ​development, documentation and maintenance of architectures, requirements, algorithms, interfaces and designs for software products

• ​Assists with debugging and resolution of issues identified to ensure the reliability and efficiency of software products

• Participates in handling user inquiries, troubleshooting technical issues and user feedback analysis

• Assists with implementation of current and emerging technologies, tools, frameworks and changes in regulations relevant to software development

• Assists to develop, establish, monitor and improve software processes, tools and key performance metrics that align projects with organizational goals and industry benchmarks

• Provides information to ​execute and document software research and development project 

• Gathers information to perform software project management activities and software supplier management functions

• Assists to ​track and evaluate software team and supplier performance to ensure product and process compliance to project plans and industry standards

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/ Experience):

• Bachelor’s Degree

• Ability to obtain a Secret U.S. Security clearance (Post-Start)

• Experience developing and using any of the following languages: C++, C, Ada, C#

• This position is located in Oklahoma City, OK. Candidates must be able to relocate if not already living in the local area.

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 OR Bachelor’s Degree and 4+ years of directly related work experience OR 8+ years of related, relevant experience

• Experience developing embedded real-time software and hardware

• Experience working with Real-time Operating Systems (RTOS)

• Experience developing models and simulation

• Experience with Agile software development

• Experience with modern software development tools (e.g. Jira, Confluence, Jenkins, Git)

• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and communicate with stakeholders of different backgrounds and skill levels

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.
 

Travel:  

This position requires less than 10% travel.  

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. 

Total Rewards & Pay Transparency:

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 for Entry Level: $73,100 - $98,900

Applications for this position will be accepted until Jun. 28, 2026

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Required

Relocation

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Security Clearance

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.

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.