Airworthiness & Regulatory Engineer

Job Title: Airworthiness & Regulatory Engineer (Mid-Level)

Job Description

This full-time, onsite Airworthiness & Regulatory Engineer (Mid-Level) role focuses on safety, compliance, and detailed root cause investigations related to regulatory compliance issues for commercial airplanes. You will independently lead cross-functional teams through structured Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) investigations, enabling leadership to understand systemic root causes and implement effective corrective actions that contain issues and prevent recurrence. The position offers broad exposure to airplane certification across the entire lifecycle and plays a critical role in maintaining and restoring compliance with regulatory requirements, contributing directly to product safety.

Responsibilities

• Lead and facilitate detailed RCCA investigations for issues associated with FAA Letters of Investigation, informal or formal compliance actions, voluntary disclosures, self-audit findings, and Part 25 airworthiness non-compliances.
• Guide functional engineering organizations, including Systems, Structures, Payloads, and Propulsion, through a structured investigation process using the Boeing Problem Solving Model (BPSM) or similar methods.
• Define clear problem statements and develop comprehensive root cause investigations that identify systemic root causes rather than isolated issues.
• Develop and document effective containment actions, actions to prevent recurrence, and actions to verify non-recurrence for regulatory compliance issues.
• Coordinate closely with internal functional groups, management, executives, and suppliers to ensure all stakeholders remain aligned on investigation status, findings, and resolution plans.
• Work collaboratively with the Organizational Designation Authorization (ODA) to ensure investigation reports and documentation meet regulatory expectations and standards.
• Partner with enterprise teams to continuously improve investigation processes, tools, and methods so they remain aligned with broader enterprise practices and future business needs.
• Communicate complex technical and regulatory issues clearly and effectively to diverse audiences, including engineers, non-engineers, and executive leadership.
• Apply airplane-level systems thinking to a wide range of technical and compliance issues, ensuring that safety and certification considerations are fully addressed.
• Demonstrate initiative by taking ownership of assigned investigations and tasks, ensuring that work is completed accurately, efficiently, and on schedule.
• Lead and influence cross-functional teams and projects, fostering collaboration among diverse engineering and non-engineering stakeholders.
• Support the broader aviation safety organization and program teams as a trusted resource for safety, compliance, and certification matters.
• Participate in rare domestic travel, as needed, to support investigations or coordination activities.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor, Master, or Doctorate of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics, or chemistry.
• Typically 5 or more years of related work experience, or an equivalent combination of advanced technical education and experience (for example, PhD, or Master's degree plus 3 or more years of related experience).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical and regulatory topics to varied audiences.
• Proven ability to work effectively with a diverse, cross-functional team of engineers and non-engineers.
• Demonstrated aptitude for taking initiative and leading cross-functional teams and projects.
• Ability and willingness to take ownership of investigations and work activities, ensuring accurate, efficient, and timely completion.
• Eligibility as a U.S. Person under 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 (for export control compliance purposes).

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Working knowledge of Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) tools such as 5-Whys or Fishbone diagrams and experience applying structured problem-solving approaches such as the Boeing Problem Solving Model (BPSM).
• 1+ years of experience with commercial airplane operation, certification, safety requirements, and associated procedures.
• Working knowledge of FAA regulatory compliance and ODA procedures, including familiarity with FAA Order 8100.15.
• 1+ years of experience working with the FAA or other aviation regulatory agencies.
• 1+ years of experience in commercial airplane systems design or analysis (for example, flight controls, hydraulics, avionics, fuel systems) or systems integration.
• Pilot's license, which provides additional insight into operational considerations and safety.
• Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) license, demonstrating hands-on understanding of aircraft maintenance and airworthiness.
• Education from an ABET-accredited program is preferred, although not required.
• Experience collaborating with leadership, certification experts, and functional experts on safety and compliance topics.
• Comfort working within structured investigation frameworks and documenting technical findings in a clear, regulatory-compliant manner.

Work Environment

This is a full-time, first-shift position based 100% onsite in the Puget Sound region of Washington State, with work hours typically from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM. The role is located in an engineering and office environment within a large aerospace facility, where you will collaborate closely with other engineers, safety specialists, and functional teams. The work involves extensive use of standard office and engineering tools, including investigation and problem-solving frameworks such as RCCA and the Boeing Problem Solving Model (BPSM), as well as typical office productivity and documentation systems. The team values a strong safety and compliance culture, open communication, and diverse perspectives as key contributors to product safety. The environment promotes a healthy work-life balance, though occasional overtime may be required to address urgent safety or compliance items. The position may require rare domestic travel to support investigations or coordination, but no regular international travel. The role follows a standard workweek schedule rather than a 9x80 arrangement. Dress is generally consistent with a professional engineering office setting, with appropriate attire for meetings, lab or shop visits, and interactions across the facility.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Everett, WA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $55.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Everett,WA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 29, 2026.

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