Astrodynamics Software Engineer – Associate/Experienced/Senior

Boeing

. Support Boeing Defense, Space & Security Satellite division .

Posted 10/13/2026full-timeEl Segundo • California • United StatesSenior💰 $101,150 - $213,900 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing orbital analysis software and mission software for space vehicles, utilizing programming languages such as Java, Python, and C++. Proficient in Agile methodologies and collaboration within cross-functional teams to achieve engineering excellence and program objectives.

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Java ProgrammingAstrodynamicsOrbital MechanicsAgile MethodologiesGit

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Hard Skills

Python ProgrammingC ProgrammingC++ ProgrammingMATLAB ProgrammingSoftware Development Life CycleSoftware ArchitectureUnit TestingFunctional TestingIntegration TestingFormal Qualification Testing

Soft Skills

Team CollaborationCustomer Support

Tools & Technologies

GitBitbucketJIRAConfluence

Certifications & Qualifications

DoD Secret ClearanceActive TS/SCI Clearance

Industry Keywords

Satellite MissionSpace VehiclesTransfer OrbitOperating Orbit RegimesPropulsion SystemsOpen System ArchitecturesIndustry Standard Protocols

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

JavaPythonTypeScriptC++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support Boeing Defense, Space & Security Satellite division
Develop orbital analysis software products used by astrodynamics analysts for space vehicle transfer orbit and on-station operations
Support development of mission software written in Java
Perform full life-cycle development, including requirements definition, software architecture, design, implementation, unit, functional, integration, and formal qualification testing through documentation
Participate in agile software development lifecycle planning and reviews
Support customer meetings
Implement software for space vehicles across vehicle characteristics, transfer orbit types, operating orbit regimes, propulsion systems, and constellations
Adapt software components to interface with new system architectures, open system architectures, and industry standard protocols
Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to design and implement software solutions
Ensure engineering excellence and achieve program objectives
Travel less than 10%

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent
Ability to obtain a DoD Secret Clearance (Interim prestart, final post start); U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship
U.S. Person required for U.S. export control compliance
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status
2+ years of experience with programming languages such as Python, Java, C, C++, and MATLAB
2+ years of experience with Astrodynamics and Orbital Mechanics
Experience working on a software development project that follows Agile and Scrum methodologies
Level 3: 5 or more years' related work experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
Level 4: 9 or more years' related work experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
Experience using Git, Bitbucket, JIRA, and Confluence
Hands-on experience in a satellite mission operational execution environment
Active TS/SCI or DoD Top Secret clearance preferred
Must work well in a team environment
Must complete a technical assessment as part of the selection process
Successful candidates must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest assessment process
Post-offer applicants and employees are subject to drug testing when criteria are met

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive base pay
Variable compensation opportunities
Health insurance
Flexible spending accounts
Health savings accounts
Retirement savings plans
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Paid and unpaid time away from work
Relocation based on candidate eligibility
Basic relocation for eligible internal candidates