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Experienced or Senior Level Software Certification Engineer (Systems) – Commercial Modification

Long Beach, California Job ID JR2026499066 Category Engineering - Software Role Type Onsite Post Date Mar. 12, 2026
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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.

Boeing Global Services, Cabin, Modifications, Maintenance is a One Boeing opportunity to engage across the business units and global design centers. BGS CMM - Systems Engineering is seeking a high performing Experienced or Senior Level Software Certification Engineer (Systems) – Commercial Modification based in Long Beach, CA to support the growing Commercial Modifications statement of work (SoW).

Within this role you will contribute to the mission of certifying and delivering safe and reliable airborne software components, in collaboration with our suppliers and global Boeing sites. You will ensure our aircraft not only meets but exceeds the rigorous safety standards set forth by the US Federal Aviation Authority (FAA) and/or European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA).

Position Responsibilities:

  • Generate Software Components (PDIs), User Modifiable Software (UMS) and/or Field Loadable software in response to modifications requested at aircraft level in compliance with DO-178B/C
  • Review and approve suppliers’ software lifecycle data (i.e. software architecture, software design document, software requirement document) throughout software lifecycle processes; from planning, requirements, development/implementation, verification and certification phases
  • Oversee and verify the compliance preparation and submission of comprehensive technical documentation required for certification
  • Work collaboratively and transparently with regulatory representatives, Boeing EUMs suppliers and global Boeing sites to ensure all systems and software designs comply not only with stringent regulatory requirements and safety standards but also with Boeing’s internal standards
  • Monitor project progress and performance, ensuring that engineering solutions are delivered on time and meet all safety and certification milestones
  • Perform and lead activities to develop, document and maintain architectures, requirements, algorithms, interfaces and designs for software systems
  • Lead development, selection, tailoring and deployment of processes, tools and metrics
  • Participate in industry working groups to develop industry guidance and standards as well as authoring internal design practice documentation and standards

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/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
  • 3+ years’ experience in software development life cycles, configuration management and agile software engineering best practices*
  • 3+ years’ experience developing, documenting and maintaining architectures, requirements, algorithms, interfaces and designs for software systems
  • 3+ years’ experience leading software development projects
  • Experience using common software version control tools such as Git, or equivalent
  • Experience with Agile planning tool such as JIRA, GITLAB, or similar
  • Domain expertise in either Interior Cabins, Seats, In Flight Entertainment systems or Onboard Network Systems

Preferred Qualifications:

  • 5+ years of higher education and/or related work experience (Higher education includes college, university, technical school, licensing/certification programs, etc.)
  • 5+ years of experience as, or working with Designated Engineering Representative (DER), or Technical Standard Order (TSO) Certification Specialist or EASA/FAA Compliance Verification Engineer (CVE) or equivalent
  • 5+ years of Experience across Software Lifecycle Data Items, and Software standards such DO-330 and DO-331
  • Current Designated Engineering Representative (DER) or Technical Standard Order (TSO) Certification Specialist or Compliance Verification Engineer (CVE)
  • Experience using common software version control tools such as Git, or equivalent
  • Experience with Agile planning tool such as JIRA, GITLAB, or similar

Conflict of Interest:

Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.

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.

GENERAL:

All information provided will be checked and may be verified.

Please apply ASAP for this role as recruitment may commence before the end date.

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.

Salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary pay range:

Experienced Level: $126,650 to $171,350

Senior Level: $158,100 to $213,900


Applications for this position will be accepted until Apr. 04, 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.

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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