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Aerospace Systems Safety and Airworthiness Engineer (Experienced, Lead, or Senior)

Everett, Washington; Tukwila, Washington Job ID JR2025450150 Category Engineering - Safety & Airworthiness Role Type Onsite Post Date Apr. 14, 2025 Security Clearance Required
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Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

Boeing Defense Space and Security (BDS) is seeking motivated and dedicated AerospaceSystems Safety and Airworthiness Engineer (Experienced, Lead, or Senior) to join the Safety and Mission Assurance team in the Puget Soundarea either Everett or Tukwila, WA. Our team is currently hiring for a broad range of experience levels including, Experienced (Level 3), Lead (Level 4) and Senior (Level 5) Aerospace Systems Safety & Airworthiness Engineers.

Position Overview:

At Boeing, safety is at the core of everything we do. As a Systems Safety Engineer, you will have a unique opportunity to engage with the entire life cycle of our Mobility & Surveillance programs, from conceptual development through design and testing, to production and sustainment of fielded aircraft. This includes working on prominent programs such as the P-8, KC-46, E-7, and VC-25B, as well as initiatives within Space and Launch and Phantom Works, all based in the Puget Sound region.

In this role, you will gain insight into the complexities of the defense industry while obtaining hands-on experience with the aircraft. The Systems Safety team is responsible for the Systems Safety efforts for each of the Mobility & Surveillance products, conducting analysis and oversight for fundamental aircraft functions, and leading design safety activities for the aircraft’s mission systems. Additionally, the team provides guidance and integration with Mission Assurance and other related functions, including Environment, Safety, and Occupational Health teams, focusing on airworthiness, design for Environment, Health and Safety, and the Hazardous Materials Management Program.

Position Responsibilities (including but not limited to):

  • Lead and Implement Systems Safety analysis activities

  • Identify and mitigate all potential and existing hazards 

  • Collaborate with Engineering Design Teams while learning all of the aircraft subsystems and their interactions

  • Ask tough questions, challenge conventional thinking and bring potential hazards to light for our aircraft and crew 

  • Assess Engineering documents, data and artifacts, while working with Engineering Teams to determine the safest and most cost effective solutions to actual and potential hazards 

  • Gather data from field, factory and engineering, calculating probability and severity of possible outcome and work with Design teams to influence a safer more robust system

  • Collaborate with all levels of Engineering and Program Management and Customers 

  • Analyze potential operational safety issues including presenting at safety review board

Work Authorization:

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at Everett, WA or Tukwila, WA.

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.

Basic Qualifications (Required 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.

  • 3+ years of experience in a technical or engineering field.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

  • 5 + years related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience

  • 10+ years related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience

  • Experience in Systems Safety and/or Systems Engineering disciplines

  • Experience in aviation safety systems engineering

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.

Union:

This is a union-represented position.

Pay and 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 bar

gaining agreements.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.  

Summary Pay Range:

  • Experienced (Level 3): $104,550 - $141,450

  • Lead (Level 4): $128,350 - $173,650

  • Senior (Level 5): $157,250 - $212,750

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Applications for this position will be accepted until Apr. 26, 2025


Export Control Requirements: This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, 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.

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 U.S. Secret Clearance Pre-Start and 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


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.

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  • Generous company match to your 401(k).
  • Industry-leading tuition assistance program pays your institution directly.
  • Fertility, adoption, and surrogacy benefits.
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