Lead Programmer Analyst

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Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS) is seeking a Lead Programmer Analyst to support the Information Technology team in Hazelwood, Missouri! This role will support the Aerospace Composite Center (ACC). The Aerospace Composite Center has state-of-the-art enabled capabilities and operates to support Boeing’s Fighter Programs.

We are seeking a skilled information and application developer to join our team supporting the diverse Information Technology ecosystem within the ACC domain. This role is a critical enabler for work supporting the production of several of Boeing’s key defense products.

As the lead developer, you will design, develop, and support a portfolio of enterprise applications that enable MRP/ERP and manufacturing operations. You will lead end-to-end delivery of highly complex software solutions - spanning requirements and end-user process analysis, application architecture, coding, integration, testing, implementation, documentation, and production support. The successful candidate will provide technical leadership across a diverse application suite and partner closely with end users to improve business processes, system reliability, and application security.

Position Responsibilities:

Lead and perform the design, development, testing, implementation, documentation, and maintenance of highly complex computing applications and software system architectures

Initiate and lead analysis of end-user processes to define application requirements; translate business needs into scalable, supportable technical solutions

Define application and architecture specifications, including software compatibility parameters, security requirements, and operational support needs

Design application architecture and integrate application software with database and delivery subsystems for specific solutions

Write, compile, and review highly complex code based on documented designs; establish and enforce coding, documentation, and quality standards

Provide escalation support for complex application and architecture issues; lead root-cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions

Lead and coordinate teams that develop and maintain a diverse suite of applications; mentor engineers and drive execution across priorities

Lead development of training materials and user enablement; identify and deliver continuous improvements to system architecture and support processes

Support and implement API and file-based integrations across enterprise systems

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

This position requires the ability to obtain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance for which the US Government requires U.S. Citizenship. Ability to obtain Secret U.S. Security clearance (Post-Start)

Strong proficiency in Java

4+ years’ experience with COBOL

Experience with Oracle databases

Perl scripting experience

Experience developing and supporting MRP/ERP systems

5+ years of experience leading teams responsible for development and sustainment of a diverse suite of applications

Strong leadership skills, including cross-functional collaboration and technical decision-making

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

Experience with stored procedures (Oracle PL/SQL preferred)

Exposure to Manufacturing Quality Systems (QMS), Workforce Management and/or Time & Attendance applications

Exposure to material tracking systems

Familiarity with delivering and supporting file-based integrations in enterprise environments

Strong documentation skills (technical design/writing, operational runbooks, user/support documentation)

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:

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 Lead: $159,800.00 - $216,200.00.

Applications for this position will be accepted until Aug. 13, 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

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Security Clearance

This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

This position is for 1st shift

Your Benefits

No matter where you are in life, our benefits help prepare you for the present and the future.

Generous company match to your 401(k).

Industry-leading tuition assistance program pays your institution directly.

Fertility, adoption, and surrogacy benefits.

Up to $10,000 gift match when you support your favorite nonprofit organizations.

These programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other conditions, which may differ for employees of certain subsidiaries or business units, or union-represented employees depending on bargaining agreement terms. If this information conflicts with the program documents, the latter shall control. This material is informational only.