Software Certification Engineer (Senior or Expert Level)
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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.
Team
The Software Engineering and Systems Integration team in the UK works across Boeing Defence, Commercial Airplanes, Global Services, and Uncrewed technologies. The team develops Synthetic Environment Sub-systems, Mission Systems Capability, Autonomous Behaviours, enhances Ground Control Systems, Technical Publications, and various proprietary tools for Defence platforms. It also contributes to Commercial Modification of aircraft, development of Onboard Network Systems, Cabin Interiors and supports Supplemental Type Certification effort.
Role (Commercial Mods and Seats)
We are now seeking a Senior Software Certification Engineer based in Bristol, Fleet, or Frimley UK to support the growing Commercial Modifications statement of work (SoW). In this role, you will contribute to the mission of certifying and delivering safe and reliable airborne software components, ensuring aircraft meet or exceed safety standards set by EASA and/or FAA. You will play a vital role in fostering a culture of safety and excellence, making significant contributions to the certification process against DO-178B/C objectives.
Hiring Details
* This requisition is for a locally hired position in Bristol, Fleet, or Frimley, UK. Benefits and pay are determined at the local level and are not part of Boeing U.S. based payroll.
* This position is expected to be hybrid with 3 days working from office, subject to hiring team discretion.
* Business Travel Requirement: Up to 25% of working time, including domestic and international travel. More frequent travel may be required in the first months.
Position Responsibilities
* Review and approve suppliers’ software lifecycle data (architecture, design, requirement documents) throughout the software lifecycle.
* Generate Software Components (PDIs), User Modifiable Software (UMS), and/or Field Loadable software in response to aircraft-level modifications, in compliance with DO-178B/C.
* Oversee and verify the compliance preparation and submission of comprehensive technical documentation for certification.
* Work collaboratively with regulatory representatives, Boeing EUMs suppliers, and global Boeing sites to ensure all systems and software designs comply with regulatory requirements, safety standards, and Boeing’s internal standards.
* Monitor project progress and performance, ensuring engineering solutions are delivered on time and meet all safety and certification milestones.
* 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 guidance and standards, and author internal design practice documentation and standards.
Basic Qualifications (Required)
* Bachelor of Science degree or higher from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology, chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science.
* Ability to obtain security clearance.
Preferred Qualifications (Desired)
* 5+ years of experience as or working with a Designated Engineering Representative (DER), Technical Standard Order (TSO) Certification Specialist, EASA/FAA Compliance Verification Engineer (CVE), or equivalent.
* 10+ years of experience in RTCA DO-178(B/C/D) Software Considerations in Airborne Systems and Equipment Certification, focusing on Embedded Software.
* 5+ years of experience across Software Lifecycle Data Items and standards such as DO-330 and DO-331.
* Current DER or TSO Certification Specialist or CVE.
* 12+ years’ experience in software development life cycles, configuration management, and agile software engineering best practices.
* 10+ years’ experience developing, documenting, and maintaining architectures, requirements, algorithms, interfaces, and designs for software systems.
* 10+ years’ experience leading software development projects.
* Experience with common software version control tools such as Git.
* Experience with Agile planning tools such as JIRA, GitLab, or similar.
* Domain expertise in Interior Cabins, Seats, In‑Flight Entertainment systems, or Onboard Network Systems.
Benefits
* Competitive salary and annual incentive plans.
* Continuous learning to develop skills for future challenges.
* Success as defined by you – tools and flexibility for meaningful impact.
* Inclusive culture embracing individuality.
* 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 week 27.
* 6× annual salary life insurance.
* Learning Together Programme to support ongoing personal and career development.
* Access to Boeing’s Well‑Being Programs, tools, and incentives.
Application Deadline
Applications for this position will be accepted until Jan. 31, 2026.
Education
Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Required.
Relocation
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.
Security Clearance
This position requires the ability to obtain United Kingdom Security Check.
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 are a Disability Confident Company and welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to share any accommodations required during the recruitment process.
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