Senior Aerospace Systems Safety Engineer
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 24, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 8, 2026. Boeing scores A on the Alion truth index.
Company:
The Boeing CompanyThe Boeing Defense Air Dominance Division Systems Safety & Mission Assurance organization is looking for a Senior Aerospace Systems Safety Engineer to join our team in Hazelwood, MO.
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
- 14+ 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):
- 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: $159,800 - $216,200
Language Requirements:
Not ApplicableEducation:
Bachelor's Degree or EquivalentRelocation:
This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.Export Control Requirement:
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.Safety Sensitive:
This is not a Safety Sensitive Position.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. Top Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.Visa Sponsorship:
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.Contingent Upon Award Program
This position is not contingent upon program awardShift:
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