Embedded Software Engineer (Associate or Experienced)

The Boeing Company

Last Updated: 4/14/2026 3:55:04 PM

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Current Days Open
5
Reqs Seen
2
Current Min Salary
$106,250.00 (Yearly)
Current Max Salary
$143,750.00 (Yearly)
Historical Time to Fill
6.5
First Seen
4/10/2026
Lowest Min Salary Seen
$106,250.00 (Yearly)
7/16/2026
Highest Max Salary Seen
$143,750.00 (Yearly)
7/16/2026

Full Job Description

Embedded Software Engineer (Associate or Experienced) Company: The Boeing Company The Boeing Company is currently seeking an Embedded Software Engineer (Associate or Experienced) to support our BGS C-17 Design & Development team located in Long Beach, California. This position will focus on supporting the Boeing Global Services (BGS) Software Engineering organization. The C-17 BGS C-17 Design & Development team designs, develops, and tests associated flight software in a fast-paced agile engineering environment. Successful candidates will work closely with systems engineering teams, customers, suppliers, and field service representatives. Candidates will research and integrate new technologies to modernize the fleet of the worlds finest airlift platform. Successful candidates will have the opportunity to deliver new capabilities using the latest software engineering techniques for C-17 flight systems. In this role, the candidate will support the software design, development, integration, and qualification as part of full software lifecycle activities of the Flight Deck Replacement (FDR) program. Our teams are currently hiring for a broad range of experience levels including Associate or Experienced Level Software Engineers This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options. Position Responsibilities: Designs, develops, tests, debugs and maintains software that is integrated into embedded devices and systems and meets industry, customer, safety and regulation standards. Builds and writes code for embedded systems software to run on specific specialized hardware. Analyzes, monitors and improves the efficiency and stability of embedded software systems. Implements current and emerging technologies, tools, frameworks, and changes in regulations relevant to software development and hardware technologies. Reviews, analyzes, and translates customer requirements into the design of software products for embedded devices and systems. Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/ Experience): Bachelors Degree Ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship 2+ years of experience in C/C++, assembly, or other object-oriented programming languages 2+ years of experience in Linux/Unix, Windows, and embedded operating systems 2+ years of experience in Git, Jira, scripting, software build tools, and configuration management 2+ years of experience in software development processes, testing, debugging, and documentation Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience): Level 2: 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 2+ years of related work experience OR Bachelors Degree and 6+ years of directly related work experience OR 10+ years of related, relevant experience Level 3: 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 5+ years of related work experience OR Bachelors Degree and 9+ years of directly related work experience OR 13+ years of related, relevant experience Knowledge of general and real-time software development and testing tools, capability and usage. Real-time tool examples include cross compilers, target debuggers and test/performance instrumentation. Knowledge of real-time target environments, including processor and network architectures, communication protocols, simulation frameworks and electrical interfaces. Ability to build, integrate and troubleshoot software components. Knowledge of software architecture and design methodologies. Ability to synthesize software architectures and designs that meet requirements, characteristics and constraints. Knowledge of various engineering disciplines such as electrical, mechanical, and systems. The ability to communicate with technical personnel from multiple skill areas and functions to evaluate technical information and issues impacting design, production, and support of products, services, or other deliverables. 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. Travel: Less than 10% CodeVue 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. 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 Associate Level (Level 2): $106,250 - $143,750 Summary pay range for Experienced Level (Level 3): $135,150 - $182,850 Language Requirements: Not Applicable Education: Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Relocation: This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility. Export Control Requirement: This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a U.S. Person as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 is required. U.S. Person includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee. Safety Sensitive: This is not a Safety Sensitive Position. Security Clearance: 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. Visa Sponsorship: Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status. Contingent Upon Award Program This position is not contingent upon program award Shift: Shift 1 (United States of America) Stay safe from recruitment fraud! The only way to apply for a position at Boeing is via our Careers website. Learn how to protect yourself from recruitment fraud - Recruitment Fraud Warning 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. EEO is the law Boeing EEO Policy Request an Accommodation Applicant Privacy Boeing Participates in E Verify E-Verify (English) E-Verify (Spanish) Right to Work Statement Right to Work (English) Right to Work (Spanish) You can do work that enables all of humanity to take flight. Our teammates in more than 65 countries grow their careers across commercial airplanes, space, defense, sustainability and other areas. Here, you can contribute to what matters most in your career, in your community and around the world. 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