Boeing
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Company:
The Boeing CompanyBoeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) has an exciting opportunity for a Lead Software Engineer Developer - DevSecOps to join the Special Projects Dallas (SPD) P-8A Poseidon Maritime Patrol Aircraft Advanced Airborne Sensor (AAS) team in Richardson, TX.
At Boeing, our software engineers apply their expertise to develop, secure, and sustain next-generation software capabilities for advanced aerospace platforms. The Boeing SPD AAS team provides mission systems software for the P-8A, enabling mission and tactic planning, sensor interfacing, sensor data display, and mission replay capabilities. The team also supports training system simulations that enhance fleet operator readiness on the AAS mission.
In this role, you will lead and independently execute DevSecOps and software engineering activities across the full software development lifecycle, including design, development, integration, automated testing, security validation, deployment, and sustainment. You will help architect and implement secure, repeatable, and scalable software delivery pipelines that improve product quality, accelerate delivery, and strengthen cyber resilience across mission systems and training environments.
Position Responsibilities:
This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
Conflict of Interest:
Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.
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.
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:
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: USD $ 171,700 - $ 232,300
Language Requirements:
Not ApplicableEducation:
Bachelor's Degree or EquivalentRelocation:
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.Export Control Requirement:
This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.Safety Sensitive:
This is not a Safety Sensitive Position.Security Clearance:
This position requires an active U.S. Top 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.Contingent Upon Award Program
This position is not contingent upon program awardShift:
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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.
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Boeing is a prominent American aerospace and defense company, established in 1916 by William E. Boeing. Originally named Pacific Aero Products Company, it has grown into one of the largest manufacturers of commercial and military aircraft in the world. Boeing is known for its innovative aircraft, including the 737, 747, 777, and 787 Dreamliner families, which serve airlines globally. The company operates in various sectors, focusing on designing, manufacturing, and selling airplanes, rotorcraft, rockets, satellites, telecommunications equipment, and missiles. Boeing also provides leasing and product support services. Its defense division produces military aircraft, helicopters, satellites, and missile defense systems. Additionally, Boeing invests in advanced aerospace technologies, including autonomous systems and sustainable aviation solutions, while offering maintenance, training, and logistics support to its customers. Boeing serves a diverse clientele, including commercial airlines, governments, and defense agencies, and collaborates with space agencies and telecommunications providers. Its legacy is marked by pioneering designs and a commitment to innovation in the aerospace industry.
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Security Philosophy
Security Team
The Enterprise Product Security Software organization supports security experts across all business units. Cyber risk processes are integrated into Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) and Compliance Risk Management (CRM), overseen by the Board of Directors. A key public-facing leader is Sean Sullivan, Director, Chief Engineer, Product Security Boeing Commercial Airplanes, who manages product security for Boeing commercial airplanes, including the aircraft, communications, ground systems, and factory cyber. The team size is not publicly available. As of, there were at least 4 active AppSec job postings. Common skill and tool patterns in these postings include assessing software subsystem adversity, securing cloud-based software development environments, deploying DevSecOps best practices, performing Common Vulnerabilities and Exploits (CVE) analysis, and defining and deploying consistent software security standards within the Software Development Lifecycle.
Key Initiatives
No public evidence of a Security Champions Program was found. Boeing practices "Shift Left"by deploying "DevSecOps best practices into Program pipelines, including tool selection, configuration, and analysis."For vulnerability management, Boeing performs "Common Vulnerabilities and Exploits (CVE) analysis and coordinate with system stakeholders to appropriately mitigate and address,"and maintains "a formal incident response playbook that defines general processes and protocols."Boeing also defines and deploys "consistent software security standards within the Software Development Lifecycle"and aims to "develop, implement, and sustain security and resiliency throughout the product requirements, design, build, test, production, operations, and support lifecycle."
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