Associate Software Engineer (Developer)
Boeing
Saint Charles, MO
Job Description
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. Find your future with us.
The Boeing Precision Engagement Systems division is currently seeking an Associate / Entry Level Software Engineer to support our Direct Attack Weapons Software team in St. Charles, Missouri (Greater St. Louis area). This position will focus on supporting the Boeing Defense Services (BDS) business organization.
The Direct Attack Weapons Software team is seeking a software engineer to develop, integrate, test, and deliver complex software solutions. The engineer will work with a multi-discipline engineering team to design, develop, and deploy operational flight software on weapon systems. The engineer will work in all phases of the software development lifecycle to implement real-time embedded software applications for guidance, navigation, and mission management. A completed bachelor’s degreeis required at the time of application.
The Precision Engagement Systems organization is a strong and growing business that produces a variety of precision-guided weapons, which are employed around the world to support the defense of the United States and more than 30 U.S. allied countries. Boeing’s Direct Attack Weapons organization develops, integrates, and sustains precision-guided munitions and associated delivery and targeting systems for military customers, enabling accurate engagement of high-value targets. They provide end-to-end capabilities—engineering, testing, platform integration, and lifecycle support—to ensure weapons perform reliably across operational environments.
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Position Responsibilities:
Collaborate with a multi-discipline engineering team to create and implement Operational Flight Program software solutions.
Contribute in all phases of the software development lifecycle in an Agile development environment.
Develop solutions using Ada, C#, and Python.
Test your software and assist system level testing to verify correct software functionality.
Analyze problem reports and troubleshooting software defects.
Develop leadership skills and experience.
Opportunity to work directly with United States Air Force and Navy customers.
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/ Experience):
Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline
1+ years of experience with the Software Development lifecycle (including Requirements Analysis, Design, Code, Integration & Test)
1+ years of experience developing software using Object Oriented Principles
Experience with one or more of the following languages: C++, C#, Java or Ada
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Technology), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry
Experience working in an Agile software development environment
Experience with Git or a similar version control system
Real-time embedded software development
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.
Relocation:
This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility. Note: Basic relocation will be offered for eligible internal candidates.
Conflict of Interest:
Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.
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/Entry level: $78,200 - $105,800
Potential signing bonus for eligible/qualified external candidates.
Applications for this position will be accepted until Apr. 06, 2026
Export Control Requirements:
This is not an Export Control position.
Education
Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Required
Relocation
This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.
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.
Shift
This position is for 1st shift
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.