Software Certification Engineers (Senior, Lead, or Expert) (Virtual)

Company:
The Boeing Company

Boeing is currently looking for Software Certification Engineers (Senior, Lead, or Expert) (Virtual) to join our Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS) organization engineering team. These positions are part of the critical mission of developing and certifying safe, reliable, and innovative aircraft. This role is paramount in ensuring that our aircraft not only meet but exceed the rigorous safety standards set forth by our Certification Authorities of The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), The US Department of Defense (DoD), and The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA). The Software Certification Engineer will play a vital role in fostering a culture of safety and excellence, making significant contributions to the certification process that underpins the trust of our customers.

Why This Role is Important:

The Software Certification Engineer is a cornerstone of Boeing's unwavering commitment to safety and excellence in aviation. This role is crucial in ensuring that our aircraft not only meet the regulatory standards set by the Certification Authority but also embody the highest levels of safety and reliability. By partnering closely with the Certification Authority, the Software Certification Engineer will help shape the future of aviation, driving innovation while safeguarding the trust of our customers and the flying public.

Join us in our mission to connect, protect, explore, and inspire the world through aerospace innovation. Apply today to be part of a team that is dedicated to setting the standard for safety and excellence in the aerospace industry!

Our teams are currently hiring for a range of experience levels including Senior, Lead, and Expert Software Certification Engineers.

Position Responsibilities:

• Cultivate a safety-first mindset within the engineering unit, ensuring that all engineering practices prioritize the well-being of flight / maintenance crew and passengers
• Collaborate closely with the Certification Authorities (FAA, DoD, NASA), to navigate the complex certification process, ensuring that all aircraft designs comply with stringent regulatory requirements and safety standards
• Develop and implement engineering strategies that emphasize safety and reliability, aligning with Boeing's commitment to delivering the highest quality aircraft
• Oversee the preparation and submission of comprehensive technical certification documentation required for Certification Authorities (FAA, DoD, NASA), ensuring that all materials reflect the highest standards of accuracy and thoroughness
• Mentor and develop engineering staff, instilling a deep understanding of safety protocols and certification artifacts and processes to enhance their professional growth and technical expertise
• Analyze and resolve complex engineering challenges with a focus on safety, leveraging data-driven decision-making and industry best practices
• Monitor project progress and performance, ensuring that engineering solutions are delivered on time and meet all safety and certification milestones

This position has been identified as a virtual opportunity and will not require the selected candidate to relocate.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor Degree
• 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.
• 9+ years of experience in software engineering
• 5+ years of experience in software development life cycles, configuration management and best agile software engineering practices
• 5+ years of experience applying or working within guidelines of RTCA DO-178 standard, Software Considerations in Airborne Systems and Equipment Certification

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Level 4: 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 and 9+ years of related work experience OR Bachelor's Degree and 13+ years of directly related work experience OR 17+ years of related, relevant experience
• Level 5: 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 and 14+ years of related work experience OR Bachelor's Degree and 18+ years of directly related work experience OR 22+ years of related, relevant experience
• Level 6: 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 and 20+ years of related work experience OR Bachelor's Degree and 24+ years of directly related work experience OR 28+ years of related, relevant experience
• 5+ years of experience leading software development projects
• Recent experience in DoD or NASA Software Certification Engineer roles or as an FAA Designated Engineering Representative (DER) or Technical Standard Order (TSO) Certification Specialist in Software or AEH
• 6+ years' experience developing, documenting and maintaining architectures, requirements, algorithms, interfaces and designs for software systems
• Experience with concurrent software and distributed systems
• Experience using common software version control tools such as Git
• Experience with Agile planning tools such as JIRA

Travel:

Up to 15%

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.

CodeVue Coding Challenge:

To be considered for this position you will be required to complete a technical assessment as part of the selection process. Failure to complete the assessment will remove you from consideration.

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 several 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 Senior (Level 4) - $137,700 - $213,900
Summary Pay Range Lead (Level 5) - $164,900 - $257,600

Summary Pay Range Expert (Level 6) - $194,650 - $302,450

Language Requirements:
Not Applicable

Education:
Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent

Relocation:
This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Export Control Requirement:

Safety Sensitive:

Security Clearance:
This position does not require a Security Clearance.

Visa Sponsorship:
Employer will not 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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