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Senior Airworthiness Engineer

Berkeley, Missouri Job ID JR2026494669 Category Engineering - Safety & Airworthiness Role Type Onsite Post Date Feb. 09, 2026 Security Clearance Required
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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 Company is looking for a Senior (Level 4 or Level 5) Airworthiness Engineer to join our team in Berkeley, MO.

This position will apply an interdisciplinary, collaborative approach to the full range of activities required to support Airworthiness/Flight Certification of aircraft and external stores for various customers including USAF (United States Air Force)/USN (United States Navy).

Primary responsibilities:

  • Evaluates customer and /operational needs to define and coordinate system performance requirements, integrate technical parameters, and assure compatibility of all physical, functional and program interfaces
  • Develops the planning, organization, implementation and monitoring of requirements management processes, tools, risk, issues, opportunity management and technology readiness assessment processes
  • Resolves cross-functional technical issues
  • Maintains situational awareness of the overall program and critical path sequencing
  • Proactively communicates with various leadership team/s, peers and customers
  • Oversees reviews of regulatory and customer requirements and evaluation of impact to company products and services
  • Leads the review of highly complex regulatory and certification technical data for completeness and alignment to applicable regulatory and contractual requirements
  • Oversees development of a compliance statement for the airworthiness of aerospace systems and products.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills and Experience):

  • 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
  • Level 4: 9+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Level 5: 14+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
  • 9+ years of experience in engineering
  • Experience with regulatory agencies' procedures and process
  • Critical thinking, problem solving, change management, project management, influencing without authority, & consultation
  • Ability to communicate concisely in writing, verbally, one-on-one, in small groups, and to large audiences
  • Experience managing, developing, motivating and communicating responsibilities to team members

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills and Experience):

  • Knowledge of integration, verification, and certification processes
  • Knowledge of Instructions for Continued Airworthiness (ICA) and Airworthiness Directives (ADs)
  • An active U.S. Secret or active Top Secret Security Clearance
  • Experience in military Handbook 516C (MIL-HDBK-516C), or EMAR21J airworthiness
  • Experience in FAA certification
  • Experience leading multi-disciplinary teams to meet aggressive schedules
  • Experience leading or managing projects and/or teams
  • Experience leading a large project or program which required the use of project management tools and processes
  • Experience with the operation of aircraft systems and knowledge of aircraft performance in one or more of the following areas: aerodynamics, stability and control, propulsion, structures, and mission systems
  • Experience with planning project budgets and monitoring financial performance

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:

  • Senior (Level 4): $131,750.00 - $178,250.00
  • Senior (Level 5): $159,800.00 - $216,200.00

Applications for this position will be accepted until Feb. 13, 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, 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. Secret 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.

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