Mid-Level or Senior Aerospace Systems Safety Engineer

Boeing; Hazelwood (MO); On-site; USD 107,000 - 178,000; Full time

Job summary

Boeing Defense Air Dominance Division in Hazelwood, MO is seeking an Aerospace Systems Safety Engineer to join the Systems Safety & Mission Assurance team. The successful candidate will perform system software safety engineering, drive hazard analyses, and influence architecture to reduce safety risk while documenting analyses to MIL‑STD‑882E, DO‑178C, and DO‑254.

You’ll work closely with design, development and test to integrate robust safety features.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering or related field required.
• 5+ years engineering experience in a technical discipline.
• Ability to obtain a U.S. security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Analyzes the integration of complex airplane systems and their airplane-level effects.
• Documents safety analyses, hazard mitigation and verification activities.
• Demonstrates safety hazard risk mitigation to customer and regulators.
• Identifies root causes and recommends corrective actions.
• Collaborates with stakeholders to define and integrate safety requirements.
• Participates in tests and analyses to verify safety requirements.
• Resolves multi-functional technical issues.

Skills

5+ years engineering experience

3+ years aerospace hardware/software

Software verification & validation

Hydro-mechanical subsystems knowledge

Security clearance eligibility

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering or related field

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.

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.

The Boeing Defense Air Dominance Division Systems Safety & Mission Assurance organization is looking for an Aerospace Systems Safety Engineer to join our team in Hazelwood, MO. Our teams are currently hiring for a broad range of experience levels including Experienced (Level 3) or Senior (Level 4) Aircraft Safety Engineers. 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
• Level 3: 5+ 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):

• Level 4: 9+ years of experience working in an engineering, engineering technology, or related technical discipline
• 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

• Experienced (Level 3): $107,100 - $144,900
• Senior (Level 4): $131,750 - $178,250

Applications for this position will be accepted until Oct. 23, 2026

Export Control Requirements:

• 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, US Person required

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Required

Relocation

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

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. Confidential Clearance Post-Start is required.

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.