Senior Air Safety Investigator
BoeingAbout the role
Company:
The Boeing CompanyBoeing Defense Space & Security (BDS) is looking for a Senior (Level 4 or Level 5) System Safety Engineer to join our team onsite in Ridley Park, PA
Primary responsibilities:
- Provides technical guidance and training relative to complex safety and airworthiness matters.
- Assisting in timely communication with Boeing management, customers, the NTSB, the FAA, and other foreign and domestic government agencies
- Support the identification and mitigation of airplane related risks (design, maintenance, operations) identified over the course of an investigation using existing company safety processes
- Ability to quickly understand technical information that is not a part of your background
- Ability to work on multiple tasks in a high paced environment
- Assists with investigations of accidents and incidents involving company products and services. Participates in company safety processes and initiatives.
- Participates in the discussion of legal cases and claims with in-house and outside counsel.
- Researches, acquires and provides specific facts and data in response to, or in anticipation of, litigation.
- Prepares for interpretation and dissemination of accident investigation related materials.
- Participates in field investigations.
- May support production safety flight incident investigations and conduct safety surveys at operating locations under Defense Contract Management Agencies (DCMA) requirements.
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills and Experience):
- 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.
- 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.
- 5+ years of experience in engineering
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills and Experience):
- Experience with engineering/scientific principles with particular emphasis on the aeronautical, mechanical, and electrical system disciplines
- Experience conducting investigations and managing the investigative process
- An active Secret U.S. Security Clearance
- An inquisitive mind, excellent communication and people skills
- Experience with engineering design processes (e.g. part drawings), airline operations support processes, familiarity with investigation processes and aviation safety engineering processes
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): $129,200 - $174,800
- Senior (Level 5): $159,800 - $216,200
Language Requirements:
Not ApplicableEducation:
Bachelor's Degree or EquivalentRelocation:
This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.Export Control Requirement:
This is not an Export Control position.Safety Sensitive:
This is not a Safety Sensitive Position.Security Clearance:
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