Safety Management System (SMS) E-7 (Wedgetail) Safety Support Official

The Boeing Company; Lossiemouth; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Annual incentives

Pension plan

BUPA medical plan

Sick pay: 26 weeks

Life insurance

Parental leave options

Winter break

Learning programme

Well-being programs

Job summary

Boeing Defence UK is seeking a Safety Support Official to join a multidisciplinary SMS team supporting the E-7 Wedgetail Programme. The role reports to the Fixed Wing SMS Lead and drives SMS implementation, risk management, and safety actions across the programme.

Candidates should have strong aviation technical background, experience with SMS regulations, and the ability to engage with MoD and suppliers. Travel within the UK and possibly overseas is required.

Qualifications

• Qualifications and experience in aircraft maintenance or engineering in Civil or Military aviation sectors.
• Formal Safety Management Systems training and experience.
• Experience in conducting safety investigations in aviation and drafting detailed investigation reports.
• Experience in safety risk management methodologies and application (BowTie methodology).
• Experience with Military or Civil SMS regulations and standards and their application in products and services.
• Experience in developing and deploying a safety promotion strategy.
• Competent in delivering presentations to large audiences.
• Experience and understanding of Just Culture principles and their application.
• Experience in managing safety reports using Military or Civil reporting tools i.e. ASIMS, Centrik, Q Pulse.
• Experience in the use of metrics to evaluate SMS performance and drive continuous improvement activity.
• Proven experience in collaborating across various functions to establish strong working relationships and enhance understanding to effectively address safety-related issues.
• Strong interpersonal skills to engage with workforce, Senior Leaders, MoD and Suppliers.
• Proficient IT skills, particularly in commonly used software applications.

Responsibilities

• Management of Occurrence reports raised within the E-7 Programme.
• Perform Safety Investigations in response to the triaging of safety reports.
• Support the effective management of safety actions and mitigations.
• Lead and manage safety meetings.
• Perform safety promotion and feedback to develop and sustain a Positive Safety Culture within the Programme.
• Support the E-7 Programme Safety Risk Management (SRM) strategy, including facilitation of Hazard Working Group and creation and management of BowTies.
• Delivery of SMS and Human Factors training to support compliance with regulation.
• Maintain SMS interfaces with internal departments, MoD and Suppliers.
• Support the development and use of Safety Performance metrics to drive the continuous improvement of the SMS within the Apache Programme.
• Support to internal and external audits.
• Creation and maintenance of the SMS documentation.

Skills

Aviation safety experience

Safety investigations

SMS processes

Interpersonal communication

Problem solving

Public speaking

Just Culture understanding

IT literacy

Tools

ASIMS

Centrik

Q Pulse

Job description

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 Defence UK is offering an exciting opportunity to join their dynamic Safety Management System (SMS) team dedicated to ensuring the safety of our Products and Services. The successful candidate will join a large, multidisciplinary SMS team comprising of approximately 20 experienced professionals, specifically supporting the Boeing Defence UK E-7 Wedgetail Programme.

The Safety Support Official will report directly to the Fixed Wing SMS Lead and will play a crucial role in the effective implementation of the SMS, as well as the management of risks and hazards associated with our products and services within the E-7 Programme.

The role requires someone with good technical background in aviation and a solid understanding of SMS processes and procedures, within the Defence or Civil sector. The successful candidate should have excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate effectively across various levels of the organization and a proactive approach to problem solving.

The role will involve travel within the UK, with potential for some overseas travel as required.

Position Responsibilities:

• Management of Occurrence reports raised within the E-7 Programme.

• Perform Safety Investigations in response to the triaging of safety reports.

• Support the effective management of safety actions and mitigations.

• Lead and manage safety meetings.

• Perform safety promotion and feedback to develop and sustain a Positive Safety Culture within the Programme.

• Support the E-7 Programme Safety Risk Management (SRM) strategy, including facilitation of Hazard Working Group and creation and management of BowTies.

• Delivery of SMS and Human Factors training to support compliance with regulation.

• Maintain SMS interfaces with internal departments, MoD and Suppliers.

• Support the development and use of Safety Performance metrics to drive the continuous improvement of the SMS within the Apache Programme.

• Support to internal and external audits.

• Creation and maintenance of the SMS documentation.

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Qualifications and experience in aircraft maintenance or engineering in Civil or Military aviation sectors.

• Formal Safety Management Systems training and experience.

• Experience in conducting safety investigations in aviation and drafting detailed investigation reports.

• Experience in safety risk management methodologies and application (BowTie methodology).

• Experience with Military or Civil SMS regulations and standards and their application in products and services.

• Experience in developing and deploying a safety promotion strategy.

• Competent in delivering presentations to large audiences.

• Experience and understanding of Just Culture principles and their application.

• Experience in managing safety reports using Military or Civil reporting tools i.e. ASIMS, Centrik, Q Pulse.

• Experience in the use of metrics to evaluate SMS performance and drive continuous improvement activity.

• Proven experience in collaborating across various functions to establish strong working relationships and enhance understanding to effectively address safety-related issues.

• The candidate should demonstrate strong interpersonal skills to facilitate effective engagement with the workforce, as well as with Senior Leaders within BDUK, the Ministry of Defence (MoD), and our Suppliers.

• The candidate should have proficient IT skills, particularly in commonly used software applications.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Experience in data analytics.

• Experience in Military or Civilian Continuing Airworthiness or Type Airworthiness organisations.

• Qualified Human Factors facilitator.

• Training and experience in Occurrence Review Groups.

Relocation:

This position does not offer relocation. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.

What Boeing offers you:

• Competitive salary and annual incentive plans

• Continuous learning - you’ll develop the approach and skills to navigate whatever comes next

• Success as defined by you - we’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way

• An inclusive culture - you’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs

• Excellent Adoption and Parental leave options

• 23 days plus UK public holidays and a Winter Break between Christmas and New Year

• Pension Plan with up to 10% employer contribution

• Company paid BUPA Medical Plan

• Short Term Sickness: 100% pay for the first 26 weeks

• Long Term Sickness: 66.67% of annual salary from 27th week

• 6x annual salary life insurance

• Learning Together Programme to support your on-going personal and career development

• Access to Boeing’s Well Being Programs, tool and incentives

Applications for this position will be accepted until Dec. 16, 2026

Export Control Requirements:

This is not an Export Control position.

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Security Clearance

This position requires the ability to obtain United Kingdom Security Check.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

Not a Shift Worker (United Kingdom)

Equal Opportunity Employer:

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not accept unlawful discrimination in our recruitment or employment practices on any grounds including but not limited to; race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military and veteran status, or other characteristics covered by applicable law.

We have teams in more than 65 countries, and each person plays a role in helping us become one of the world’s most innovative, diverse and inclusive companies. We are a Disability Confident Committed employer and welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to share with our recruitment team any accommodations required during the recruitment process. Accommodations may include but are not limited to: conducting interviews in accessible locations that accommodate mobility needs, encouraging candidates to bring and use any existing assistive technology such as screen readers and offering flexible interview formats such as virtual or phone interviews.