Software Engineer, Missile Defense National Team, C2BMC (Associate, Experienced or Senior)

The Boeing Company

Colorado Springs, CO · Huntsville, ALFull-time$99,450–$217,350Posted Oct 29, 2026

About the role

Software Engineer, Missile Defense National Team, C2BMC (Associate, Experienced or Senior)

Company:

The Boeing Company

The Boeing Company is looking for Software Engineers – Developers (Associate, Experienced, Senior) to join our Missile Defense National Team in Colorado Springs, CO or Huntsville, AL. Due to the classified nature of the work, these roles require an active U.S. Secret security clearance. A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active.

Our teams are currently hiring for a broad range of experience levels including Associate, Experienced and Senior Level Software Engineers.

The Missile Defense National Team (MDNT) was established in 2004 to develop and deploy the Missile Defense Agency’s (MDA) Command, Control, Battle Management, and Communications (C2BMC) system. This system ingests data from sensors around the globe to create a single source of information for the warfighter to enable engagements. The C2BMC Program is a full lifecycle defense contract providing solutions across the engineering capability to include system architecture, development, deployment, operations and maintenance, and sustainment of the Missile Defense System (MDS). This work integrates efforts from multiple companies (teammates) with systems engineering experience in model-based systems engineering (MBSE), requirements development, modeling and simulation (M&S), network design, integration and test, and analysis.

These Software Engineers will focus on supporting the Ballistic Missile Defense System (BMDS). The Boeing Missile Defense Programs support the Missile Defense Agency's (MDA) mission to develop and deploy a layered Missile Defense System to defend the United States, its deployed forces, allies, and friends from missile attacks in all phases of flight.

Be part of our passionate and highly motivated team, where we’re focused on supporting our nation’s defense mission.

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options. (Colorado Springs, CO or Huntsville, AL)

This position may require the ability to obtain access to an MDA facility. Access to the facility requires a background investigation by U.S. government authorities.

Position Responsibilities:

Work with other industry partners as a key contributor to the design, development, and testing of Java-based applications in support of the C2BMC applications.

Support full software development lifecycle including generating design artifacts, implementing software changes, supporting design and code reviews, software testing, and resolution of issues found during testing

Actively participate in agile planning and execution using established processes

Software Requirements and architecture development in support of MDS systems

Develop, select, tailor and deploy integration and test processes, tools and metrics

Execute and document integration and test activities and events

Mentor junior engineers

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

Bachelor's Degree

Active Secret U.S. Security Clearance for which the US Government requires US Citizenship.

2+ years of experience with backend development (Java, Spring, Oracle SQL, SQL Server)

1+ years of experience in Unified Modeling Language (UML) or other software architecture and design modeling techniques

1+ years of experience with Agile software development lifecycle

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

5 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience (Level 3)

9 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience (Level 4)

Strong understanding of software development principles including OOP, design patterns, and testing/debugging techniques

Use of Eclipse, Maven, Gradle, and/or microservices in software development

Experience software performance optimization

Experience using automated unit testing frameworks

Security+ or equivalent certification within 60 days of starting

Missile defense domain experience, but not required

Knowledge of server-side development and message passing

Command and control system application development

Effective oral and written communication skills

Strong problem-solving skills, including the ability to review performance issues, identify root causes, recommend and develop a solution

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.

Drug Free Workplace:

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.

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: $99,450 - $134,550

Summary Pay Range for Experienced level: $126,650 - $171,350

Summary Pay Range for Senior level: $160,650 - $217,350

Potential signing bonus for eligible/qualified external candidates.

Language Requirements:

Not Applicable

Education:

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent

Relocation:

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Export Control Requirement:

Safety Sensitive:

Security Clearance:

This position requires an active U.S. Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. 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.

Contingent Upon Award Program

This position is not contingent upon program award

Shift:

Shift 1 (United States of America)

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Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and test Java-based C2BMC applications
  • Support the full software development lifecycle, including design artifacts, code reviews, testing, and issue resolution
  • Participate in agile planning and execution
  • Support software requirements and architecture development
  • Develop and execute integration and test processes and activities
  • Mentor junior engineers

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent
  • Active U.S. Secret security clearance and U.S. citizenship
  • At least 2 years of backend development experience with Java, Spring, Oracle SQL, or SQL Server
  • At least 1 year of experience with UML or other software architecture and design modeling techniques
  • At least 1 year of experience with an agile software development lifecycle
  • Preferred: 5 or more years of related experience for Level 3, or 9 or more years for Level 4
  • Preferred: Experience with object-oriented programming, design patterns, testing, debugging, and software performance optimization
  • Preferred: Experience with Eclipse, Maven, Gradle, microservices, automated unit testing, server-side development, or message passing

Benefits

  • Health insurance
  • Flexible spending accounts and health savings accounts
  • Retirement savings plans
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Paid and unpaid time away from work
  • Potential signing bonus for eligible candidates

Skills mentioned

JavaSpring BootSQLOracle DatabaseMicrosoft SQL ServerSystem DesignSoftware TestingUnit TestingIntegration TestingMicroservices

About The Boeing Company

Boeing is a leading global aerospace company that designs, builds and supports commercial airplanes, defense products and space systems for customers in more than 150 countries. Guided by our commitment to safety and quality, we innovate to deliver solutions that bring real value to our customers and the industry. As a top U.S. exporter, we work with a strong global supply base to drive economic opportunity and community impact worldwide. Our team leads with integrity and passion as it shapes the future of aerospace. Explore careers with us: boeing.com/careers 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.

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