Mission Systems (MS) Software Platform Mission Computing (PMPC) Manager

Boeing•Berkeley, MO

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Boeing Company is currently seeking a Mission Systems (MS) Software Platform Mission Computing (PMPC) Manager to join a proprietary Air Dominance program in Berkeley, MO. This position will focus on supporting the Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) business organization. As a first line Software Engineering Manager, you will lead and manage a team of Software Engineers responsible for overseeing the design, development, and integration of embedded software solutions that enhance the safety, reliability, and performance of aviation systems specifically focusing on mission systems. You will lead a team of skilled engineers, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership attributes, a solid technical foundation, and excellent communication skills. This role requires experience in mission systems, modern software development, embedded systems integration, and testing activities. The role will require close collaboration with cross functional Mission Systems teams, and other engineering departments to ensure timely creation and delivery of high-quality software solutions. Responsibilities will also include creating project plans, establishing goals, tracking and managing agile team metrics, and providing technical oversight on team activities. You will be responsible for hiring, training, mentoring, leading process improvements, and employee development initiatives. You will support and present at Program Management Reviews, Technical Reviews, and Program milestones, necessitating strong communication and presentation skills.

Requirements

Active Secret U.S. Security Clearance. (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active.)
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or a related field
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 have completed the Boeing internal course “Exploring Leadership”
1 or more years of experience managing/leading diverse software teams
7+ years of experience in embedded software development
3+ years of experience with agile development methodologies (Scrum, Lean, Kanban, etc.) and agile project management tools (JIRA, TFS, VersionOne, etc.)
U.S. Citizenship Required

Nice To Haves

Background in Mission Systems engineering development activities, including safety critical software development
Proficiency with DevSecOps and modern Software Development practices
Strong communication skills and a natural leadership style that inspires action, motivates excellence, and fosters innovation, while effectively interfacing with senior leadership, customers, and regulatory agencies
Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects and deliver results on time and within budget
Previous experience in an engineering management and/or team lead position

Responsibilities

Lead and manage a diverse team of embedded software engineers performing engineering and technical activities for mission systems
Proactively assess and manage software staffing needs; create a healthy talent and skill pipeline to meet project resource timelines
Drive technical planning and execution, including analyzing and responding to team agile metrics, Earned Value Management (EVM) duties to ensure the team consistently meets or exceeds planned cost, schedule, technical performance, safety, and quality targets
Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including systems engineering, hardware engineering, quality assurance, coworkers, customers, and suppliers to ensure seamless integration of software components, meet all requirements, and efficient and accurate communication throughout the project lifecycle
Demonstrate the ability to prioritize and perform multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining composure and professionalism in stressful situations, with a strong sense of cultural awareness and sensitivity
Provide guidance and direction to team members to ensure adherence to Software Engineering Design Practices, Safety Critical standards, Independent Verification & Validation, and other engineering excellence initiatives
Mentor and develop engineering talent, fostering a culture of technical excellence, innovation, and professional growth within the team
Coordinate with other Boeing Engineering teams in the verification, validation, release and distribution of software product
Integrate modern development methodologies and DevSecOps principles to ensure robust software development practices that enhance security, quality, and efficiency throughout the software lifecycle
Engage with stakeholders, including customers and regulatory bodies, to communicate project status, address concerns, and ensure alignment with program objectives