E-7 Mission Systems and Software Lead

Boeing

. Define capability requirements for development and sustainment of E-7 Aircraft Mission Segment and Ground Support Segment software components from the UK .

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeBristol • United KingdomSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in Software Development, particularly in Embedded Software, with a strong focus on RTCA DO-178(B/C/D) compliance and near-real-time software design. Proven ability to collaborate with international teams and manage stakeholder relationships effectively.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Software DevelopmentRTCA DO-178(B/C/D) ComplianceC/C++ Or JavaEmbedded Software DesignLinux/Unix Systems

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Hard Skills

Software DevelopmentEmbedded SoftwareRTCA DO-178(B/C/D)C/C++JavaNear-Real-Time Software DesignOS/Driver IntegrationFailsafe Design TechniquesRequirements BreakdownTesting

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationStakeholder Relationship Management

Tools & Technologies

LinuxUnix

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor Of Science Degree

Industry Keywords

E-7 AircraftMission Systems CapabilityGround Support SegmentProduction Software Release Processes

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

JavaLinuxUnixC++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Define capability requirements for development and sustainment of E-7 Aircraft Mission Segment and Ground Support Segment software components from the UK
Collaborate with Boeing Defence Australia and Boeing Defence U.S.
Establish technical scope of work to be delivered from the UK with global teams
Define the tools, methods, processes, and people needed to deliver the scope of work
Work with Boeing U.S. and Australia counterparts leading the scope of work
Support execution of live work scope, including possible international travel and time embedded with counterpart teams
Support and grow UK Mission Systems Capability for sustainment of the UK E-7 Wedgetail programme

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor of Science degree or higher from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology, chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science
10+ years of experience in Software Development
Ideally experience with RTCA DO-178(B/C/D) Software Considerations in Airborne Systems and Equipment Certification, with emphasis on Embedded Software
C/C++ or Java
Software design experience for near-real-time software
OS/driver integration experience desired
Comfortable working in Linux/other Unix systems
Experience in failsafe design techniques
Experience with requirements and requirements breakdown
Testing experience
Production software release processes
Excellent communication and stakeholder relationship-building and management
Ability to obtain United Kingdom Security Check
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status
Willingness to travel up to 25% of working time

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive salary and annual incentive plans
Continuous learning and professional development
Tools and flexibility to make a meaningful impact
Inclusive culture
Adoption and parental leave options
23 days plus UK public holidays and a Winter Break between Christmas and New Year
Pension Plan with up to 10% employer contribution
Company paid BUPA Medical Plan
Short Term Sickness: 100% pay for the first 26 weeks
Long Term Sickness: 66.67% of annual salary from 27th week
6x annual salary life insurance
Learning Together Programme for personal and career development
Access to Boeing’s Well Being Programs, tools and incentives