Software Engineering Manager (Simulation Software Deployments)

The Boeing Company is currently seeking a Simulation Framework Software Manager to support our Simulation Frameworks, Services, and Tools (SFST) Deployment team located in Berkeley, Missouri. This position will focus on supporting the Software Fabric / Boeing Emulation, Simulation, Test and Analysis Framework (BESTAF) business organization  

This is a software management role on the SFST Deployment team that delivers simulation software across the Boeing enterprise. Our suite of tools supports software verification, hardware verification, aircrew trainers, and warfare scenario simulation. Our group works all facets of software engineering including estimating, planning, requirements, design, development, testing, and integration of products in their relevant environments. 

The ideal candidate will excel in both the engineering technical acumen/excellence required for this role while also being an engaging and motivating people leader, including committing to:   

• Prioritizing the development and career growth of your employees and team  

• Maintaining healthy relationships with our business partners 

• Inspiring and empowering your team through collaboration, communication, and caring  

• Building and nurturing an inclusive culture by seeking different perspectives, speaking up, and actively listening to teammates and stakeholders  

• Ensuring an emotionally safe work environment where employees can freely and proactively raise safety, quality and schedule concerns as soon as they are known 

Position Responsibilities:   

• Manage employees performing engineering and technical activities related to simulation framework deployments 

• Develop and execute project and process plans, implement policies and procedures and set operational goals that help the Boeing Company meet its commitments 

• Develop and maintain relationships and partnerships with customers, stakeholders, peers, partners and direct reports  

• Provide oversight and approval of technical approaches, products and processes. Identify opportunities for improvement  

• Support, develop, and motivate employees  

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/ Experience):   

• Candidates must have at least one year of experience in a leadership role (team leader, temp manager, large scale cross functional project/program management, or formal manager experience) OR completion of the Boeing internal course “Exploring Leadership” Bachelors Degree 

• This position requires the ability to obtain a US Security Clearance for which the US Government requires US Citizenship 

• 3+ years of experience in leading or managing software engineering activities  

• 5+ years of experience with the software development life cycle   

• 2+ years of experience working in aerospace, defense, or similar high-tech industry   

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):  

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Technology), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement 

• Active security clearance 

• Experience managing and/or leading a team either formally or informally, with the ability to provide guidance, mentorship, and support to team members  

• Experience with team building, developing and motivating employees  

• Strong communication, presentation and problem-solving skills, as well as excellent interpersonal, management/business skills  

• Comfortable with ambiguity and adapting to change  

• Strong background in simulation software engineering 

• Strong background in software testing 

• Knowledgeable of industry standards for high-integrity, safety-critical software  

• Knowledgeable of DevOps practices, automation, and continuous integration pipelines  

Travel:  

Up to 10% 

  Drug Free Workplace: 

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace (DFW) 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. 

Boeing First-Line Leader Assessment: To be considered for this position you will be required to complete an assessment as part of the selection process.  Failure to complete the assessment will remove you from consideration. 

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 for Manager level (Level K): $160,650 – $217,350 

*Potential signing bonus for eligible/qualified external candidates