Experienced Real-Time Software Engineer - Simulation

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Richardson Full-time Mid-level Software Engineering

At a glance

Mid-level Software Engineering role at Boeing. Richardson · full-time · $135,150–$182,850 base.

SalaryStated by Boeing

$135,150 – $182,850

Base salary for this role, in USD per year, as published in the posting.

This role, from BoeingOur estimate for the market: $110,000–$159,000Median $130,100

Above the market median of $130,100 for mid-level software engineering roles in Richardson.

Worked out from 5 postings that stated pay, median $130,100. Last updated Oct 28, 2026.

RoleSoftware Engineering

SeniorityMid-level

LocationRichardson

EmploymentFull-time

Base pay$135,150–$182,850

PostedOct 28, 2026

Role brief

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What you'll do

Build simulation models, visualizations and virtual environments to improve system testing and performance
Work with stakeholders to define what systems need to simulate, then model and analyze their behavior
Gather and process data for simulations, and check results against real-world or test data
Connect simulation software with hardware alongside engineering teams, while updating and sustaining older software
Maintain simulation code and technical documentation, and track work through Scrum meetings and Agile tools

What you bring

You hold a bachelor’s degree and have at least two years of software development experience
You bring at least two years of experience with Java or C++
You have an active U.S. Top Secret clearance and are a U.S. citizen

Who this fits

This is an on-site role in Richardson, Texas, primarily on first shift, with alternate shifts possible. You’ll complete a technical assessment during hiring. U.S. export-control eligibility is required, and visa sponsorship is unavailable.

From the employer

Experienced Real-Time Software Engineer - Simulation

Company:

The Boeing Company

The Boeing Defense Space and Security (BDS) Mobility, Surveillance and Bombers (MS&B) is seeking a highly motivated candidate for an Experienced Real–Time Software Engineer- Simulation to join the SPD Training Software team in Richardson, TX.

Position Responsibilities:

Designs, architects, and develops simulation models, simulation visualizations, virtual environments/platforms and frameworks to enhance test performance, safety, and durability of software and hardware systems throughout the entire product lifecycle
Partners with stakeholders to review and identify simulation requirements and dynamics of the systems being simulated. Performs design, modeling, simulation, testing, and analysis to assess and optimize overall system performance and capabilities
Performs data collection and processing for use in simulations Validates, verifies, and refines simulation software code, models, simulations, test procedures and test environments, executing test procedures and documenting test results and models against real-world data, test data, benchmarks, or other similar models
Documents and maintains technical code, algorithms, specifications and descriptions of simulation models
Partners with cross functional engineering teams to enable integration of simulation software with hardware devices and systems
Implements current and emerging technologies, tools, frameworks, and methods in the software engineering simulation environment
Modernizes, migrates, sustains, and updates simulation software to adapt legacy systems to new operating systems
Participate in scrum meetings and use Agile tools for task tracking.

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work on-site at one of the listed location options.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

Bachelor’s Degree
This position requires an active U.S. Top Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active).
2+ years' experience in software development
2+ years' experience using Java and/or C++.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science and 5+ years of related work experience OR Bachelor’s Degree and 9+ years of directly related work experience OR 13+ years of related, relevant experience
5 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Experience with development of Java, C/C++ and/or Linux Operating Systems
Experience in AGILE/DevOps methodologies
Experience in Real-Time Algorithm implementation
Experience in Development, documentation and maintenance of architecture, requirements, interfaces and designs for software systems

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.

Shift:

This position is primarily for 1st shift; however, alternate shifts may be required to meet program objectives.

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.

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: USD $ 135,150 - $ 182,850

Language Requirements:

Not Applicable

Education:

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent

Relocation:

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Export Control Requirement:

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.

Safety Sensitive:

This is not a Safety Sensitive Position.

Security Clearance:

This position requires an active U.S. Top 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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