Lead Programmer Analyst
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 8, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 7, 2026.
Company:
Aerospace Composite Center, LLCThe 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 Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP), Enterprise Resource Planning (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 Application Programming Interface (API) and file-based integrations across enterprise systems
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):
- 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
- Bachelor's Degree or higher or equivalent experience
- 5+ years’ experience with architectural frameworks covering enterprise architecture, business architecture or Information Technology (IT) architecture
- 5+ years of experience Oracle Procedural Language (PL)/Structured Query Language (SQL) development
- Experience supporting Windows services that leverage Perl Script backends
- Experience in cross-functional leadership, collaborative problem solving, building lasting relationships & proficiency in written and verbal communication
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
- Working knowledge of Oracle administration tasks, including development and test system refreshes
- Ability to diagnose system and database-related problems in support of applications and batch processing
- Experience supporting operational utilities such as batch “menu” tools used to start/stop/restart batch processes and/or scheduled tasks.
- Exposure to Manufacturing Quality Systems (QMS), Workforce Management and/or Time & Attendance applications
- Strong documentation skills (technical design/writing, operational runbooks, user/support documentation)
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.
Conflict of Interest:
Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.
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 for Lead: $159,800.00 - $216,200.00.
Language Requirements:
Not ApplicableEducation:
Bachelor's Degree or EquivalentRelocation:
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 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.Contingent Upon Award Program
This position is not contingent upon program awardShift:
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