Mission Systems Software Stores Manager

Requirements:

• We require an active U.S. Secret security clearance, with the ability to obtain Top Secret clearance after start, and U.S. citizenship for government clearance and program access.
• We require eligibility to access Special Access Programs (SAP).
• We require a bachelors degree or equivalent.
• We require at least one year of leadership experience, such as team lead, temporary manager, large-scale cross-functional project or program management, or formal management experience, or completion of our internal Exploring Leadership course.
• We require 1 or more years of experience leading or managing diverse software teams.
• We require 3 or more years of experience in real-time, near real-time, or embedded systems.
• We require 1 or more years of experience working on or leading agile teams.
• We prefer a Bachelor of Science degree in engineering, engineering technology, chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science from an accredited program.
• We prefer a background in mission systems engineering development, including safety-critical software development.
• We prefer proficiency with DevSecOps and modern software development practices.
• We prefer strong communication skills and a leadership style that motivates action, excellence, and innovation while working effectively with senior leadership, customers, and regulatory agencies.
• We prefer experience managing complex projects and delivering results on time and within budget.
• We prefer previous experience in an engineering management or team lead role.
• We require the ability to complete our first-line leader assessment during the selection process.
• We require successful completion of our conflict of interest assessment process.
• We require compliance with U.S. export control requirements as a U.S. Person.
• We do not sponsor employment visa status.

Responsibilities:

• We lead and manage a diverse team of embedded software engineers delivering mission systems engineering and technical work.
• We assess staffing needs proactively and build a strong talent and skills pipeline to support project timelines.
• We direct technical planning and execution, including review of agile metrics and earned value management activities to keep cost, schedule, performance, safety, and quality on target.
• We partner with systems engineering, hardware engineering, quality assurance, customers, coworkers, and suppliers to integrate software components and maintain clear communication across the program lifecycle.
• We prioritize multiple tasks effectively while staying composed, professional, culturally aware, and sensitive in challenging situations.
• We guide the team in following software engineering design practices, safety-critical standards, independent verification and validation, and related engineering excellence initiatives.
• We mentor and develop engineering talent to strengthen technical excellence, innovation, and professional growth.
• We coordinate with other Boeing engineering teams on software verification, validation, release, and distribution.
• We apply modern development methods and DevSecOps principles to improve security, quality, and efficiency across the software lifecycle.
• We engage stakeholders, including customers and regulatory bodies, to share status, resolve concerns, and keep the program aligned with objectives.
• We create project plans, establish goals, track team metrics, and provide technical oversight.
• We hire, train, mentor, and support employee development while leading process improvements.
• We support and present at program management reviews, technical reviews, and program milestones.

Technologies:

• DevSecOps
• Embedded
• Hardware
• Support
• SAP
• Security

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We are Boeing, and we innovate and collaborate to help create a better world. We offer a welcoming, respectful, and inclusive environment with opportunities for professional growth. This role is for our Mission Systems Software Stores Management Computing manager on a proprietary Air Dominance program in Berkeley, Missouri, supporting our Boeing Defense, Space & Security organization. The position is 100% onsite on first shift, and relocation may be available based on candidate eligibility. We offer a competitive Total Rewards package, including base pay, variable compensation, and a range of benefits such as health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability coverage, and paid and unpaid time away from work. The summary pay range is $160,650 to $217,350.

last updated 43 week of 2026