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Operational Suitability Specialist (Senior or Expert) level

Crawley, England Job ID JR2025463216 Category Flight Operations Support Role Type Onsite Post Date Jul. 10, 2025
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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 an experienced Operational Suitability Specialist (Senior or Expert) level to join our team in Crawley, United Kingdom in support of global certification and operational readiness of our aircraft products. The ideal candidate will have expert knowledge of EASA Operational Suitability Data (OSD) requirements and practical experience with other worldwide aviation authorities, including the FAA and additional ICAO-compliant regulators.

This role will work cross-functionally with engineering, flight operations, training, human factors, and regulatory compliance teams to develop and manage operational suitability deliverables that meet both EASA and global regulatory requirements. You will play a key role in ensuring our products are certifiable and operationally effective for operators worldwide.

Position Responsibilities

  • Lead and coordinate development of Operational Suitability Data (OSD) deliverables per EASA Part 21, Subpart B Section 21.A.15, including: Flight Crew Data (FC), Cabin Crew Data (CC),Maintenance Staff Data (MS), Simulator Data (SIM)

  • Minimum Type-Specific Data (for pilot type rating)

  • Develop, align, and manage operational suitability deliverables for other worldwide regulators

  • Act as subject matter expert (SME) on FAA and EASA OSD  Operational Suitability and Operational Evaluation processes, and other National Aviation Authority (NAA) requirements as applicable (e.g. TCCA, ANAC, CAAC, UK CAA, GCAA, etc.)

  • Develop compliance plans and project timelines for global operational suitability deliverables

  • Prepare and submit compliance documentation to EASA, FAA, and other applicable NAAs, including participating in regulator panels and operational evaluations

  • Collaborate with internal teams (engineering, training, technical publications, human factors) and external stakeholders (operators, training providers, simulator manufacturers) to ensure operational suitability requirements are met

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Flight Operations, Human Factors, Systems Engineering, or a combination of relevant skills and experience

  • Minimum 5+ years of experience in operational suitability, certification, flight operations engineering, or a closely related field

  • Proven expertise in EASA OSD requirements and FAA operational evaluation processes (including Flight Standardization Board (FSB) reports and related deliverables)

  • Familiarity with CS-25, Part 21 Subpart B, Part FCL, Part 121/135, 14 CFR Part 60, CS-FSTD(A), and other relevant regulations

  • Excellent project management, interpersonal, and cross-functional collaboration skills

Preferred Qualifications

Level 4 - Senior

  • Minimum 7+ years of experience in operational suitability, certification, flight operations engineering, or a closely related field.

  • Experience supporting CS-25 aircraft or equivalent type certification programs in multiple regulatory jurisdictions.

  • Familiarity with UK CAA, Transport Canada (TCCA), ANAC Brazil, CAAC China, GCAA UAE, or other key international regulatory requirements.

Level 5 - Expert

  • Minimum 10+ years of experience in operational suitability, certification, flight operations engineering, or a closely related field.

  • Experience interacting directly with EASA PCM / OSD Panel, FAA AED / FSB, and other international regulators

  • Working knowledge of ICAO Doc 9625, flight crew training and type rating requirements, simulator qualification standards, and maintenance training considerations.

  • Experience developing global operational suitability / operational evaluation data in support of type certification, major STC, or EIS programs Prior background in flight operations engineering, training program development, or human factors engineering is an asset Practical knowledge of FAA TIA/TIA-ODS, PSCP, Issue Papers, and EASA CRI processes

The Boeing benefits package goes above and beyond, focusing on your physical, emotional, financial and social well-being. Here’s a snapshot of what we offer:

  • 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

  • Inclusive culture - you’llbe 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 Aug. 17, 2025


Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

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.

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