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.

The Boeing Chief Aerospace Safety Office (CASO) and BCA SMS team are seeking a Mid-Level (Level 3) or Senior (Level 4) Senior Safety & Airworthiness Specialist to grow and accelerate our Safety Management System on-site in Everett, WA. This role will lead high‑visibility safety risk assessments, scale SMS performance, implement Safety Assurance, and serve as a key interface across assigned Airplane Programs and functional organizations including Engineering, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Quality, Customer Support, and regulatory agencies. The ideal candidate combines SMS expertise, strong program/project leadership, and the ability to influence and operationalize safety culture at all organizational levels.

Primary responsibilities:

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand the challenges related to performing safety analysis activities consistent with applicable industry standards (e.g. ARP4754, ARP4761, Mil-Std-882E)
• Develop, implement, and maintain the enterprise Safety Management System in accordance with industry standards and regulatory requirements (including 14 CFR Part 5 where applicable).
• Lead and facilitate business‑critical Safety Risk Management (SRM) activities, including hazard analyses, safety risk assessments, and identification of mitigation strategies.
• Drive improvements in SRM speed, scalability, and consistency across teams and business units; develop and apply Safety/SMS risk modeling techniques.
• Implement and monitor Safety Assurance (SA) activities; support BCA teams to identify new hazards, assess control effectiveness, and track corrective actions.
• Lead efforts to prepare for FAA Oversight of our Safety Management System.
• Monitor and analyze safety performance metrics; prepare reports and presentations for senior leadership and stakeholders.
• Design and deliver safety training programs and workshops to enhance SMS activation and positive safety culture across the organization.
• Integrate lessons learned and best practices across Business Unit SMS teams and external partners (airline customers, regulators, suppliers).
• Serve as a primary point of contact for safety inquiries, internal audits, and regulatory interactions; support compliance activities and external reviews.
• Lead cross‑functional teams actively working to meet SMS requirements.

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills and 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
• Level 3: 5+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Level 4: 9+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Strong cross‑functional integration experience (working with engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, quality, or customer support).
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, including experience engaging with senior/executive leadership and conveying information clearly.
• Proven ability to lead projects and drive plans to closure.
• Experience leading cross-disciplinary teams in large organizations.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills and Experience):

• Previous experience with Product Safety in aerospace or related industries.
• Demonstrated expertise in Safety Management Systems (SMS) and proven experience developing, implementing, or operating SMS processes at an enterprise or BU level.
• Familiarity with 14 CFR Part 5 requirements and experience interacting with regulators.
• Experience in safety risk modeling techniques and tools; demonstrated ability to improve SRM scalability and speed.
• Prior experience integrating SMS practices across business units and collaborating with airline customers, suppliers, or regulators.

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:

• Mid-Level (Level 3): $114,750 - $155,250
• Senior (Level 4): $141,100 - $190,900

Applications for this position will be accepted until Jan. 16, 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.

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.