Mission Systems Software Test Architect

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) is seeking a Mission Systems Software Test Architect to join the Air Dominance Software Team in Berkeley, MO. Boeing is building the next generation of avionics platforms and the infrastructure required to test and validate designs; we’re looking for enthusiastic software engineers to join us on that journey.

Do not pass up this chance, apply quickly if your experience and skills match what is in the following description.

As part of a Mission Systems Software team, you’ll provide engineering leadership by directing software verification activities that develop automated test products and toolsets to address the complex demands of testing advanced avionics systems. Are you a self-motivated software lead who thrives on fast-paced teams and rises to the challenge of delivering safe, high-quality software? Join a collaborative engineering organization where you’ll lead a team of software test engineers who work closely with software developers, systems engineers, cross-functional stakeholders, and support teams to release production-ready code for state-of-the-art systems. In this role, you will be able to make an immediate impact on systems where reliability and safety are mission-critical, work in a fast-paced Agile environment, and shape and improve test strategy, automation, and verification for cutting-edge defense software.

Leads software team in the integration of automated test frameworks and tools to provide a multifaceted and unified automated test environment for verifying advanced avionics software
Drives improvements in test development efficiency and effectiveness through use of AI/ML agents.
Ensures test products verify functionality, performance, and safety of software systems, identifying and reporting defects, issues, and potential vulnerabilities found during testing processes including formal qualification testing of all software.
Partners with appropriate stakeholders to develop a Mission Systems IPT Test Plan defining all stages, methods, criteria, and artifacts of automated software testing from development to Formal Qualification Testing.
Coordinates with SME’s, TLE’s, and Software Leadership to ensure test team efforts are aligned with achieving program objectives and ensuring timely delivery of testing solutions.

Security Clearance. (Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active.)
~ Ability to obtain access to Special Access Programs (SAP)
~ Bachelor's Degree
~5+ years of experience leading a software development project or team
~3+ years of experience with the design and leadership of automated test system development projects
~5+ years of experience with full life-cycle software development, modeling, simulation, testing, and/or analysis using C, C++, C#, Python, Java, Ada, and/or Linux
~ Experience in design, development, and deployment of AI & ML models


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 and 14+ years of related work experience or Bachelor’s Degree and 18+ years of directly related work experience or 22+ years of related, relevant experience
Experience using AI/ML agents to automate software development and/or verification tasking
Experience developing real-time, embedded Mission Systems software on aircraft platforms
Experience with Open Mission Systems software architecture
Experience with Computer Vision techniques and tools
Experience with OpenAI and Google AI/ML agents
Familiarity with safety critical software development, verification, and airworthiness certification requirements (MIL-HDBK-516C, DO-178C, etc)
Knowledge of implementation of software test frameworks, tools and simulations. Knowledge of internal and external software test frameworks, architectures, best practices and application in industry

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.

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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. 

Applications for this position will be accepted until Oct. Citizen, U.National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.
Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Required
Relocation
This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility. xzbcwsv
Security Clearance
Secret Security Clearance (U.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.
Shift
This position is for 1st shift
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.