Airplane Safety Engineer (Associate, Mid-Level, or Senior)

Company:

The Boeing Company

The Boeing Safety, Security, and Airworthiness (SS&A) organization is looking for Airplane Safety Engineers (Associate, Mid-Level, or Senior) to join their Airplane Safety Team within Enterprise Safety Mission Assurance in Everett, WA. Selected candidates have the opportunity to support commercial development programs or commercial in production programs.

The Airplane Safety Engineer’s responsibilities will include conducting thorough safety analyses at the airplane level across various engineering disciplines. This role entails leading the intricate integration of airplane systems, human factors, and safety assessments, all while considering the operational context of the aircraft. Attention to detail and a keen engineering mindset are essential as our safety deliverables play a critical role in ensuring airplane compliance.

Our team fosters strong partnerships with customers and program leaders across diverse engineering disciplines. We excel in systems-oriented thinking, effective communication, and possess a deep dedication for product safety. Engaged throughout every stage of product design and certification, we maintain a steadfast focus on regulatory compliance, design safety, and product integrity.

Successful candidates will demonstrate a strong system-level design background and experience integrating across engineering disciplines. The role requires the capability to initiate and effectively lead cross-functional teams and projects. Taking ownership of work tasks is crucial, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and timely delivery of results are consistently achieved.

Familiarity with 14CFR Part 25.1309, SAE ARP-4754, SAE ARP-4761 is highly beneficial for this role. Hands on experience developing and/or reviewing safety analyses is highly beneficial in this role.

Primary Responsibilities:

Providing safety design and analysis expertise to program stakeholders and leadershipDeveloping airplane-level safety analyses (e.g., Airplane Functional Hazard Assessment, Airplane Safety Assessment)Validating and verifying safety requirementsCoaching and guiding development of system-level safety analysis (e.g., System Functional Hazard Assessment, System Safety Assessment)Executing airplane-level threat analyses (e.g., bird strike, rotor burst, cargo fire, tire and wheel failures)Representing Safety Engineering in airplane-level design trade studies, supporting non-compliance resolution, and guiding tailoring of revisions to safety analyses

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 science2+ years of experience in airplane systems design and/or analysis (e.g. flight controls, hydraulics, avionics, fuels, etc.) and/or systems integration

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

1+ years of experience performing system safety analysis and/or studies1+ years of experience with commercial airplane certification including support to regulator-facing forums1+ years of working knowledge of Functional Hazard Analyses (FHA), Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), Particular Risk Assessment (PRA) and Fault Trees Analysis (FTA) and/or System Safety Assessments (SSA)1+ years of experience developing/applying aviation related system safety analysis methods such as System Safety Risk Assessments, Fault Tree Analysis, Functional Hazard AssessmentOperational experience and/or Pilot’s licenseExperience solving complex, ambiguous engineering problems within an aerospace design environmentAerospace industry standards, working group, or industry committee experience (e.g. SAE S-18, Flight Test Harmonization Working Group, etc.)

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. 

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 bargaining agreements.

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

Summary pay range for Associate level (Level 2): $87,550 - $118,450

Summary pay range for Mid-Level (Level 3): $104,550 - $141,450

Summary pay range for Senior Level (Level 4): $128,350 - $173,650

Language Requirements:

Not Applicable

Education:

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent

Relocation:

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Export Control Requirement:

Safety Sensitive:

This is not a Safety Sensitive Position.

Security Clearance:

This position does not require a Security Clearance.

Visa Sponsorship:

Employer willing to 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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