Airworthiness & Regulatory Engineer 3

Boeing Future of Flight; Everett (WA); On-site; USD 82,656 - 89,544; Full time

Job summary

Boeing Future of Flight is seeking an Airworthiness & Regulatory Engineer 3 for a contract position in Everett, Washington. This role entails leading investigations related to FAA compliance and coordinating with various stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience in engineering, strong communication skills, and knowledge of FAA regulations. A Bachelor's degree in a related field is required, with a pay rate range of $60 to $65 per hour based on qualifications. The position requires 100% onsite work.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of related work experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of FAA Regulatory Compliance and ODA procedures.
• Experience with commercial airplane operation and certification.

Responsibilities

• Lead structured investigations for FAA compliance issues.
• Coordinate with management and suppliers on investigation status.
• Develop root cause investigations and non-recurrence actions.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Effective teamwork with diverse colleagues

Leading cross-functional teams

Education

Bachelor, Master or Doctorate in engineering or related field

Tools

Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) tools

Job description

Airworthiness & Regulatory Engineer 3 (Contract)

Contract (1 year)

Published 2 days ago

FAA A&P License

BCA In-Service Safety Organization is looking for an Airworthiness & Regulatory Engineer (Mid-Level) to join our team in Everett, Washington. Are you passionate about safety and compliance? Would you like to contribute to the world’s safest transportation system? As an engineer in the Boeing Commercial Airplanes (BCA) Safety and Compliance Investigations (S&CI) team, you will work independently while leading teams tasked with performing detailed Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) investigations related to regulatory compliance issues. Investigations follow the Boeing Problem Solving Model (BPSM) and involve engagement with company leadership, certification experts, and functional experts from across the company.

Position Responsibilities

• Lead functional engineering organizations through the structured investigation process for issues related to FAA issued Letters of Investigation, Formal/Informal Compliance Actions, Voluntary Disclosures, Self‑Audit findings, and Part 25 Airworthiness Non‑Compliances.
• Coordinate with Boeing functional groups, management, executives, and suppliers to ensure alignment on investigation status and resolution.
• Investigate regulatory compliance issues by identifying problem statements, developing comprehensive root cause investigations, creating containment and non‑recurrence actions.
• Ensure investigation write‑ups meet regulatory expectations in partnership with the Organizational Designation Authorization (ODA).
• Partner with enterprise groups to continuously improve processes and tools, ensuring consistency with the greater Boeing Enterprise.

We value strong communication with diverse audiences, leadership of diverse engineers and non‑engineers, and applying airplane‑level thinking to technical issues. We also recognize diversity as a key component of product safety and compliance.

Occasional overtime may be required for urgent items. Come join the BCA S&CI team to keep our products the safest form of travel available.

Candidate Profile

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Effective teamwork with diverse colleagues.
• Intrinsic aptitude for leading cross‑functional teams and projects.
• Ownership and facilitation of work activities to ensure accurate, efficient, timely completion.

Location: Everett, WA. 100% onsite required; virtual work may be available for candidates with significant capability.

Export Control compliance requires the candidate to be a “US Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 (US Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee).

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

• Bachelor, Master or Doctorate of Science in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry from an accredited program.
• 5+ years of related work experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• Knowledge of Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) tools such as 5‑Whys or Fishbone, and/or the Boeing Problem Solving Model (BPSM).
• 1+ year experience with commercial airplane operation, certification, safety requirements and procedures.
• Knowledge of FAA Regulatory Compliance and ODA procedures per 8100.15.
• 1+ year experience working with FAA or other regulatory agencies.
• 1+ year experience with Commercial Airplane‑Systems design or analysis (e.g., Flight Controls, Hydraulics, Avionics, Fuels) or Systems Integration.
• Pilot’s license.
• Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) License.

Typical Education & Experience

Mid‑Level (Level 3): Advanced technical education (e.g., Bachelor) plus at least 5 years of related work experience or equivalent. ABET accreditation is preferred, but not required.

Shift

1st shift.

Pay Rate Range

Min Pay Rate: $60 per hour
Max Pay Rate: $65 per hour
Currency: USD
Unit: hourly

EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered in accordance with applicable law.