Common Operating System Software Engineering Manager (Virtual)

Join The Boeing Company as a Common Operating System Software Engineering Manager in a full-time virtual position supporting U.S.-based operations. In this leadership role, you'll direct a team of embedded software engineers developing Linux-based operating system products that power critical systems across multiple business units and programs.

About This Position

You'll lead the development and integration of standardized, reusable software solutions for Boeing's enterprise platforms. This role involves overseeing Linux software product lines across programs and organizations, working closely with program teams to meet specific requirements and performance standards. You'll foster collaboration between engineering teams and program stakeholders, establish performance metrics and reporting frameworks, and cultivate technical excellence within your organization. This position involves approximately fifteen percent travel.

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct a team of embedded software engineers in delivering safety-critical and non-safety-critical Linux development work, ensuring compliance with DO-178C Design Assurance Levels, rigor standards, and all technical requirements
• Plan and manage team staffing to meet project timelines, building a skilled engineering pipeline and identifying talent development opportunities
• Oversee technical execution and agile delivery, monitoring team metrics and performance to consistently achieve or exceed cost, schedule, quality, safety, and technical performance objectives
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including systems engineering, hardware engineering, quality assurance, customers, and suppliers to integrate software components seamlessly and meet all program requirements
• Manage multiple priorities simultaneously in dynamic environments, maintaining professionalism and cultural sensitivity while leading through complex challenges
• Guide engineering teams on design practices, independent verification, validation, and engineering excellence standards
• Mentor and develop engineering talent, building a team culture focused on technical innovation, continuous learning, and professional development
• Integrate modern development practices and DevSecOps methodologies to strengthen security, quality, and efficiency throughout the software development lifecycle
• Engage with stakeholders, customers, and regulatory partners to communicate project status, manage risks, address concerns, and align execution with program goals

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent education
• Minimum one year in a formal leadership role (team lead, interim manager, large cross-functional program management) or completion of company leadership development training
• Demonstrated ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance, which requires U.S. Citizenship
• At least three years of experience in program execution and delivery
• At least three years of experience with software and systems development lifecycle (SDLC) processes
• Minimum two years leading technical programs or projects involving real-time operating systems, Linux kernel architecture, unikernels, or hypervisor technologies
• Minimum two years developing software under safety-critical certification frameworks such as DO-178B or DO-178C standards
• Preferred: Advanced degree in engineering or related field; experience with Boeing platforms and programs; hands-on experience with Linux software engineering

About The Boeing Company

The Boeing Company is a global aerospace and defense industry leader designing, building, and supporting commercial aircraft, defense systems, and space programs. With decades of innovation in aviation and critical systems, Boeing operates across multiple business units delivering solutions to customers worldwide. The company maintains rigorous engineering standards and invests in developing talent at every level of the organization.

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