Job Description
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Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) is seeking Release Train Engineer / Software Developer (Experienced/Senior) for their Satellite Systems Division located in Kent, WA.
We are seeking engineers that are passionate about space and motivated to be part of a multi-disciplined, collaborative engineering environment that supports the design, development, and implementation of software for Boeing built government space products!
The position will involve creating software for world class, mission data processing products of sensor raw data to provide operational products to customers. The selected candidate is a leader on the Agile Release Train (ART), a team of teams (20-25 Software & Systems Engineers) that plan, commit, develop, and deploy software together to deliver value to the program. Our team works within an agile methodology using a CI/CD environment; integrated with automated testing, vulnerability, & quality scanning capabilities. The software team uses the Python language and leverages artificial intelligence / machine learning concepts where nearly any software skillset can be leveraged!
You will directly partner with customer counterparts and program management to deliver the highest value capabilities, performing demonstrations along the way. The candidate should possess excellent communications skills and work well in a team environment to support the needs of the Integrated Product Team.
This senior position requires proven experience within the software ecosystem, a unique background of project management and agile software experience and the clear exhibition of superior judgment and decision making. Critical thinking and troubleshooting skills are required.
Position Responsibilities & Expectations:
• Oversee the management of multiple Scrum Teams
• Facilitate scaled agile processes for the software team, including PI planning, ART syncs/Scrum of Scrums, reviews, retrospectives, and product demos
• Foster communication and collaboration between Agile teams within the Agile Release Train (ART) and stakeholders
• Coach team members and stakeholders in SAFe and Agile practices
• Share the train's outcome goals and ensure transparency about delivery, risks, and accomplishments
• Remove or escalate impediments to flow and promote a culture of continuous improvement
• Assist in the development and maintenance of PI Roadmaps and Program Vision
This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.
Security Clearance and Export Control Requirements:
This position requires an active TS/SCI U.S. Security Clearance (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active.) and the ability to complete a CI (Counter Intelligence) polygraph after employment start is required / post-start.
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.
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/ Experience):
• Active Top Security/SCI
• 5+ years' experience in the Software Development lifecycle (including Requirements Analysis, Design, Code, Integration & Test)
• 5+ years working with Agile methodologies
• 3+ years of experience as an Agile Scrum Master/Release Train Engineer using the Scaled Agile (SAFe) framework
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
• TS / SCI with Poly
• 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
• 7+ years of experience designing and developing software for a real time or non-real-time system
• Experience with IMS and EVM Agile Alignment
• Experience using GitLab
• Strong technical aptitude and experience leading teams in delivering quality software
• Experience with programming languages such as Python, Java, C, C++, and MATLAB
• Agile or SAFe Certification such as SAFe Program Consultant Certification
• Demonstrated ability to facilitate large planning and solutioning sessions
• Experience working in an Agile organization using Scrum, XP, Kanban, Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe), or other scaling models
Typical Education/Experience:
Experienced (Level 3)
Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 5 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience (e.g. PhD, Master+3 years' related work experience). In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.
Senior (Level 4):
Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 9 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience (e.g. PhD+4 years' related work experience, Master+7 years' related work experience). In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.
Travel: Up to 10%
Work Shift:
This position is for 1st shift.
Relocation:
This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility. Note: Basic relocation will be offered for eligible internal candidates.
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.
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.
Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
Summary Pay Range for Experienced level: $114,750 - $155,250
Summary Pay Range for Senior level: $136,850 - $185,150
Applications for this position will be accepted through January 6th, 2025
Export Control Requirements: U.S. Government Export Control Status: This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.
Export Control Details: US based job, US Person required
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.
