Entry Level or Associate Aerospace Safety Engineer

Boeing; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 71,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Boeing Defense, Space & Security in Mesa, AZ is seeking an Aerospace Safety Engineer to join the System Safety Engineering Team. The role covers hazard assessment across airframe, electrical, mechanical and software subsystems, with focus on ARP 4761 and MIL-STD 882E, requiring collaboration with government and customer teams throughout the program lifecycle.

The position offers growth across levels (Entry Level and Associate) and emphasizes evaluation of safety requirements, development of

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or related field; includes Manufacturing Technology, Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalents
• Level 1: Experience in an engineering discipline
• Experience with aircraft systems (navigation, avionics, fuel, hydraulics, etc.) including operations and troubleshooting

Responsibilities

• Evaluates customer specifications and regulations, and assesses the design to develop safety requirements, constraints, and operating limits
• Develops System Safety Program Plans (SSPPs)
• Performs hazard analyses across the full product life cycle (FHA, PSSA, SSA, CMA, Zonal, PRA, OHHA, O SHA, SHA, SAR, SSRE, FTA)
• Reviews engineering design specifications, test and manufacturing operations, change proposals, anomaly reports, and deviation/waiver requests for safety impacts
• Collaborates with government, customers and program domain experts
• Prepares presentations, analyses, and reports for safety boards, design reviews, and test/mission readiness reviews
• Develops proposals, work statements, and specifications affecting system safety scope and budget
• Delivers safety and risk presentations to peers, management, customers and regulatory agencies

Skills

Hazard analysis

System safety

MBSE

Technical writing

Regulatory compliance

Aircraft systems

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Tools

ARP 4761

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 Defense, Space & Security’s (BDS) Vertical Lift Mission Assurance Organization is seeking an Aerospace Safety Engineer to join our System Safety Engineering Team in Mesa, AZ, supporting the Attack Programs.

Our teams are currently hiring for a broad range of experience levels including Entry Level (Level 1) or Associate (Level 2) System Safety Engineers.

The Attack program is looking for a System Safety Engineer that can assess hazards across a broad range of Subsystems including Airframe, Electrical, Mechanical and Software. The ideal candidate will have an Engineering degree, some experience with aviation or rotorcraft, and safety standards (ARP 4761 and MIL STD 882E). Military experience is a plus along with strong technical writing and communication skills.

At Boeing, Safety is at the core of everything we do. As a System Safety Engineer, you will work across the entire program lifecycle, from conceptual development to design and test, production, and sustainment of fielded aircraft for both USG and International customers. We are looking for candidates that can ask tough questions, challenge conventional thinking, and identify potential hazards to our aircraft and crew. You’ll have the opportunity to interface with all levels of Engineering and Program Management as well as our customers.

This is an opportunity to expand your skills in a fast growing and critical discipline, where you will have the chance to lead appropriate efforts.

Primary responsibilities:

• Evaluates customer specifications and regulations, and assesses the design to develop safety requirements, constraints, and operating limits
• Develops System Safety Program Plans (SSPPs)
• Performs a variety of hazard analyses across the full product life cycle, such as Aircraft and System Functional Hazard Analyses (FHA), Aircraft and System Preliminary System Safety Analyses (PSSA), System Safety Analysis (SSA), Common Mode Analysis (CMA), Zonal Analysis, Particular Risk Analysis (PRA), Operational Health Hazard Analysis (OHHA), Operating and Support Hazard Analysis (O&SHA), System Hazard Analysis (SHA), Safety Assessment Report (SAR), System Safety Risk Evaluations (SSRE) and Fault Tree Analyses (FTA).
• Reviews engineering design specifications, test and manufacturing operations, change proposals, anomaly reports, and deviation/waiver requests for potential safety impacts
• Collaborates with government, customers and program domain experts
• Prepares presentations, analyses, and reports for government/customer safety boards, program design reviews, and test/mission readiness reviews
• Develops proposals, work statements, and specifications affecting system safety engineering scope and budget
• Delivers oral and written system safety and risk presentations to peers, program management, senior leadership, customers, and regulatory agencies

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
• Level 1: Experience in an engineering discipline
• Experience with aircraft systems (e.g., navigation, avionics, fuel, hydraulics, pneumatic, etc.) including operations and troubleshooting

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills and Experience):

• Level 2: 2+ years of experience in an engineering discipline
• Experience conducting first flight readiness reviews or flight test mission assurance readiness reviews
• Experience with Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)
• Experience applying systems engineering principles during the development of complex hardware/software solutions on an aerospace platform

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

• Entry Level (Level 1): $71,400 - $96,600
• Associate (Level 2): $88,400 - $119,600

Applications for this position will be accepted until Oct. 31, 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, U.S. Person required

Education:

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Required

Relocation:

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

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.