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 is seeking an experienced and dedicated
Software Certification Engineer to lead our engineering team in 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 the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). 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 and the flying public.
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 FAA but also embody the highest
levels of safety and reliability. By partnering closely with the
FAA, 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!
Position
Responsibilities : Lead and
manage a team of engineers focused on the design, analysis, and
testing of aircraft systems and components, with an unwavering
commitment to safety.
Cultivate a
safety-first mindset within the engineering unit, ensuring that all
engineering practices prioritize the well-being of passengers and
crew.
Collaborate closely with the FAA 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.
Serve as the primary liaison for
FAA representatives, facilitating transparent communication and
collaboration throughout the certification journey.
Oversee the preparation and submission of
comprehensive technical documentation required for FAA
certification, 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 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 is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate
will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location
options.
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.
Basic Qualifications
(Required Skills / Experience) :
Bachelor's Degree
5+ years of experience as a Designated
Engineering Representative (DER) or Technical Standard Order (TSO)
Certification Specialist.
9+ years of
experience in RTCA DO-178(B / C) Software Considerations in Airborne
Systems and Equipment Certification
5+ years’
experience in software engineering
Preferred Qualifications
(Desired 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
12+ years related work experience or an
equivalent combination of education and experience
Current Designated Engineering Representative
(DER) or Technical Standard Order (TSO) Certification Specialist
Experience with concurrent software and
distributed systems
12+ years’ experience in
software development life cycles, configuration management and best
agile software engineering practices
9+ years’
experience developing, documenting and maintaining architectures,
requirements, algorithms, interfaces and designs for software
systems
9+ years’ experience leading software
development projects
Leads activities to
develop, document and maintain architectures, requirements,
algorithms, interfaces and designs for software systems
Leads development, selection, tailoring and
deployment of processes, tools and metrics
Experience using common software version control tools such as Git
Experience with Agile planning tool such as
JIRA, TSF
Drug Free
Workplace : Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace (DFW) 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 &
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 –
Level 4 (Senior) - $136,850 - $185,150
Summary Pay Range
– Level 5 (Lead) - $167,450 - $226,550
Applications for this position will be accepted until
Jan. 12, 2026
Education
Bachelor's Degree or
Equivalent Required
Relocation
This position offers relocation based
on candidate eligibility.
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.
Senior Software Engineer • Everett, WA, Snohomish County, WA; Washington State, United States