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From the employer's careers site First seen 25 Oct 2026

Software Engineering Manager - Space Mission Systems

Salary

$171,700 - $232,300 per year

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Description

The Boeing Company is looking for a Software Engineering Manager to join the Space Mission Systems (SMS) team on the ESS/Evolved Strategic SATCOM program in El Segundo or Seal Beach, CA.

This Software Engineering manager will help lead end-to-end software development, including software architecture, design, development, and testing to meet the program software development schedule and milestones.

The team builds next-generation products and services for the BDS business unit, working with government customers to develop new technologies in space and ground.

Responsibilities:

  • Manage staffing needs and grow the skills/capabilities of the organization
  • Perform Cost Account Management (CAM) assist duties
  • Manage employees performing engineering and technical activities in Software Engineering
  • Develop and maintain relationships with stakeholders and partners
  • Solve complex problems and work multiple tasks simultaneously
  • Support New Business activities

Requirements:

  • Active US Top Secret clearance
  • 3+ years of experience with Software Development projects
  • At least one year of experience in a leadership role
  • Experience with Software Engineering principles

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Active TS/SCI clearance
  • 3+ years of experience managing and/or leading a team
  • Bachelor of Science degree in engineering, engineering technology, chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, computer science, computer engineering, software engineering or equivalent experience
  • Experience with systems engineering or software development on space-based or ground-based systems
  • Solid understanding of Java, C++, and/or Python full stack development and object-oriented programming skills

Benefits:

  • Competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities
  • Health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs

Pay Range: $171,700 - $232,300

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You apply with the employer directly. Their original posting is here: https://boeing.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/EXTERNAL_CAREERS/job/USA---El-Segundo-CA/Software-Engineering-Manager_JR2026518249-1

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