Senior Software Certification Engineer

About the Role

Key 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.

Requirements

• 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

Nice to Have

• 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
• Experience using common software version control tools such as Git
• Experience with Agile planning tools such as JIRA, TSF

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities
• Health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts
• Retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs
• Paid and unpaid time off programs
• Relocation assistance based on candidate eligibility