Airplane Performance Software Engineer (Experienced or Senior)

Job Description
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Boeing Commercial Airplanes (BCA) is seeking an Airplane Performance Software Engineer (Experienced or Senior) to join our Flight Operations Engineering - Customer Support team in Seal Beach, California.
The successful candidate will be a qualified, highly motivated professional responsible for developing and testing airplane performance software applications used by aircraft operators across all Boeing commercial models. As a member of the Flight Operations Engineering - Customer Support team, you will manage complex assignments in a multifaceted environment while supporting our mission to deliver world-class service to airline customers and the flying public. The team's primary focus is implementing aerodynamics and airplane performance characteristics into airplane performance software used for flight planning. Additionally, we develop capabilities to automate manual calculations and simplify complex route-planning tasks, enabling customers to plan and dispatch flights more efficiently.
Position Responsibilities:

• Develop, maintain, and support ground-based performance software applications, including Performance Engineers Tool (PET), Airplane Performance Monitoring Program (APM), Standard Takeoff Analysis Software (STAS), Landing Analysis Program (LAND), Inflight Performance Program (INFLT), and Terminal Area Analysis Performance Program (BCM), to support analysis and planning across all phases of flight.
• Translate customer requests and engineering data into clear, testable requirements for airplane performance software.
• Develop and execute comprehensive test plans to verify and validate that software requirements and design specifications are met, ensuring code accuracy, completeness, and conformity with engineering standards.
• Provide Flight Operations service engineering support to airline customers, addressing inquiries related to performance software, operational dispatch, and flight-planning data.
• Champion continuous improvement of technologies, tools, and processes to increase technical readiness, reduce cycle time, and lower costs.
• Mentor and train colleagues on work processes and deliverables to build team capability and ensure consistent quality.

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite in Seal Beach, California.
Our teams are currently hiring for a broad range of experience levels including Experienced and Senior Airplane Performance Software Engineer.
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Technology), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry
• 5 or more years' related work experience
• 3+ years of experience with software development using either Java, C++, or Python
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• 9 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience
• Experience developing software using Java SWT
• Strong understanding of aerodynamics and airplane performance
• Solid foundation in software engineering principles, object-oriented programming, and Agile development methodologies
• Experience with build systems and CI/CD pipelines
• Familiarity with artifact repositories and source control tools and processes
• Experience developing engineering and scientific applications in Fortran
• Experience programming in Python

Conflict of Interest:
Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.
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.
Total Rewards & Pay Transparency:
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 experienced (level 3) : $126,900 - $155,100
Summary pay range for senior level (level 4): $154,800 - $189,200
Applications for this position will be accepted until Apr. 24, 2026
Export Control Requirements:
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.
Export Control Details:
US based job, US Person required
Education
Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Required
Relocation
This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.
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.