Experienced Software Project Engineer

Boeing • Saint Charles, MO

54d

About The Position

As Boeing enters the next era of precision engagement, our teams are pioneering solutions that strengthen global security and enable mission success for the United States and our allies. We bring together talented engineers, technologists, and program leaders who take on hard problems, build dependable systems, and deliver real impact. If you want to be part of a culture that inspires you to envision the possible, perform with excellence, and build the tools that matter, we want you on our team. We provide the resources, mentorship, and mission focus—if you have the drive to dream big and deliver, help us build the future. For decades, the Precision Engagement Systems organization has designed and produced precision-guided weapon systems that defend our nation and support more than 30 allied countries. Our work is challenging, meaningful, and rapidly evolving; we are growing and looking for experienced software project leaders who can translate technical vision into dependable program execution. The Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) Software Engineering organization is seeking an Experienced Software Project Engineer in St. Charles, MO . to lead Operational Flight Program (OFP) software teams supporting Cruise Missile Systems (CMS) and Direct Attack (DA) weapons. The role balances technical leadership with program-level accountability—coordinating cross-functional teams, managing the software development lifecycle, and ensuring fielded software meets rigorous performance, safety, and schedule requirements.

Requirements

• Demonstrated experience managing software programs or major software workstreams in aerospace, defense, or a related high-reliability domain.
• Strong working knowledge of the software development lifecycle, configuration management, and integration/test practices for embedded or flight software.
• Proven ability to lead earned value management (EVM) processes and produce clear, reliable program forecasts.
• Excellent communicator who can present technical and programmatic status to technical teams and senior leadership.
• Collaborative mindset with a track record of working across engineering, manufacturing, and business teams to solve complex problems.
• Experience as a Cost Account Manager (CAM)
• 1+ years of EVM experience
• 5+ years of experience in product development
• 5+ years of experience in program management, project management, engineering, and/or training services
• 3+ years using Excel to perform data analysis
• 3+ years editing PDF and Word files
• Experience using agile methodology
• 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.
• This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with Military or DoD customers strongly desired
• Defense industry experience
• Outstanding communication, presentation, and leadership skills
• Sharp analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to effectively manage conflicting needs of stakeholders
• Proficiency with applicable project management tools and technology
• Understanding of business value related to features and functions

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate technical execution for OFP software teams and related integration activities.
• Own Cost Account Management (CAM) for assigned software work; oversee budgets, monitor earned value performance and deliver objective forecasts.
• Maintain and defend the performance measurement baseline; collect timely cost and schedule data and compute key EVM indicators (CPI, SPI, ETC, EAC).
• Identify root causes for variances, drive corrective action and re-planning, and keep leadership and stakeholders informed.
• Collaborate closely with systems engineering, test, QA, and supply chain to ensure software is delivered on schedule, within scope, and on budget.
• Mentor and develop early-career engineers; foster a culture of continuous improvement, safety, and technical rigor.
• Provides the Engineering leadership to a team representing multiple skill areas, which may include internal and external resources and customers.
• Develops statement of work (SOW) to satisfy research and development, ongoing and new business requirements.
• Works with customers and management to obtain approval.
• Identifies and manages changes to statement of work and assesses the impact of those changes and incorporates changes into statement of work.
• Using a variety of media, clearly conveys information and ideas to individuals or groups in a manner that engages the audience and helps them understand and retain the message.
• Lead team scrums to define product vision, roadmap, and growth opportunities, and communicate with stakeholders throughout the project.
• Collaborate with internal and external contacts to analyze needs and align product roadmap to strategic goals.
• Work closely with product managers and business teams to create and maintain product backlog according to business value or ROI.
• Remain up to date on trends and best practices for agile project management.
• Communicate with internal and external customers, both written and in person via presentations, TIMS, PDRs, CDRs and final reports.
• Prepare documents such as Monthly status reports, TIM presentations, PDR & CDR reviews.
• Collaborate with fellow technical teammates on technical approaches inline to contractual CDRLs and provide EVM status if needed.
• Monitor project budgets and lead programs to successful outcomes.
• Collaborate with customers.
• Engage in all aspects of program planning.

Benefits

• On-site cafeteria offering hot meals and grab-and-go options.
• Active Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) providing networking, mentorship, and community engagement.
• Campus walking path and outdoor spaces for breaks, walking meetings, and wellness activities.
• Fitness and wellness programs, local commuter resources, and community events.
• Access to Boeing’s comprehensive benefits package, professional development, and opportunities for career growth.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees