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The Boeing Defense Air Dominance Division Systems Safety & Mission Assurance organization is looking for an Aerospace Systems Safety Engineer to join our team in Hazelwood, MO.
Our teams are currently hiring for a broad range of experience levels including Experienced (Level 3) or Senior (Level 4) Aircraft Safety Engineers.
A successful candidate will perform system software safety engineering work on a Proprietary Air Dominance program, drive hazard analyses, demonstrate compliance to MIL-STD-882E and other standards, and influence system architecture to reduce safety risk.
The selected candidate will provide technical guidance and perform critical Software System Safety Engineering work. In addition to working with System Safety personnel, the individual will work extensively with design, development, and test to incorporate robust safety features and reduce project safety risk.
Primary responsibilities:
- Analyzes the integration of complex airplane systems and their corresponding airplane-level effects, failure indications, and flight crew actions as part of a system of systems analysis
- Documents safety analyses, hazard mitigation, validation, and verification activities in compliance with relevant customer and regulatory safety standards such as MIL-STD-882E, MIL-HDBK-516C, AC-17-01, DO-178C, and DO-254.
- Demonstrates safety hazard risk mitigation and control methods to the customer and regulators
- Identifies safety issue systemic root causes and recommends corrective actions using industry best practices
- Collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to define, validate, and integrate safety requirements
- Participates in tests and analyses to verify that systems meet the defined safety requirements
- Resolves multi-functional technical issues
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills and Experience):
- Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Technology), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement
- Level 3: 5+ years of experience working in an engineering, engineering technology, or related technical discipline
- Ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills and Experience):
- Level 4: 9+ years of experience working in an engineering, engineering technology, or related technical discipline
- 3+ years of experience with the design and technical development of hardware, firmware or software for Military, Space, or Commercial airplane systems
- 3+ years of experience in software verification & validation and safety analysis
- 3+ years' experience general working level knowledge of tactical aircraft hydro-mechanical subsystems, and components, including at least one of the following areas of focus: flight controls, landing gear, ejection seats, fuel, hydraulics, power plant (engines & APU's), environmental controls
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 & 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:
- Experienced (Level 3): $107,100 - $144,900
- Senior (Level 4): $131,750 - $178,250
Applications for this position will be accepted until Oct. 23, 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
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 and/or final U.S. Confidential 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.
Skills Required
- Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, or a directly related non-U.S. equivalent degree
- At least 5 years of experience in engineering, engineering technology, or a related technical discipline for Level 3
- Ability to obtain a U.S. security clearance; U.S. citizenship is required by the U.S. Government
- At least 9 years of experience in engineering, engineering technology, or a related technical discipline for Level 4
- At least 3 years of experience designing and technically developing hardware, firmware, or software for military, space, or commercial airplane systems
- At least 3 years of experience in software verification and validation and safety analysis
- At least 3 years of working-level knowledge of tactical aircraft hydromechanical subsystems and components, including flight controls, landing gear, ejection seats, fuel, hydraulics, power plant, or environmental controls
- Ability to meet U.S. export control requirements as a U.S. Person
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