At a Glance
- Tasks: Contribute to software certification for Boeing BCA Seats and ensure compliance with standards.
- Company: Join a leading aerospace company committed to innovation and safety.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, professional development, and generous leave options.
- Other info: Hybrid work model with opportunities for travel and collaboration.
- Why this job: Make an impact in aviation by ensuring software meets high safety standards.
- Qualifications: Degree in engineering or related field; experience with software lifecycle and Agile tools.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 65000 £ per year.
The Software Engineer will contribute to the certification process against DO-178B/C objectives for Boeing BCA Seats, working across all System of Interests.
Location: Bristol, UK – local hire. Hybrid schedule: 3 days in office. Travel up to 25% of working time for domestic (UK) and international collaboration.
Responsibilities:
- Review suppliers’ software lifecycle data (architecture, design documents, requirements, verification and validation) across planning, requirements, development, verification and certification phases.
- Oversee supplier software development and lifecycle processes, perform audits and assessments, ensuring deliverables meet Boeing standards and regulatory expectations.
- Verify and oversee the preparation and submission of comprehensive technical documentation required for certification.
- Work collaboratively with regulatory representatives, Boeing EUMs, suppliers and global sites to ensure designs comply with regulatory and internal standards.
- Prepare and maintain certification packages and compliance documentation submitted to authorities; respond to technical inquiries and auditor requests.
- Monitor project progress and performance to deliver engineering solutions on time and meet safety and certification milestones.
- Develop, document and maintain architectures, requirements, algorithms, interfaces and designs for software systems.
- Automate the certification process through appropriate tooling and practices.
- Provide subject-matter expertise during certification reviews, design reviews and regulator meetings; travel to supplier sites, test labs and regulator sessions as required.
Qualifications:
Required: Bachelor of Science degree or higher in engineering, engineering technology, chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science. Ability to obtain security clearance. Experience with Agile planning tools such as JIRA, GitLab, or similar. Domain expertise in Commercial Airplanes Seats.
Preferred:
- Level 2 (Associate) – 2+ years working with avionics or embedded software development/verification; 2+ years applying DO‑178C/ED‑12C with familiarity in planning, requirements/traceability, verification, reviews and certification artifacts; 2+ years experience with software lifecycle data items and standards such as DO‑330 and DO‑331.
- Level 3 (Experienced) – 5+ years experience in avionics software development life cycles, configuration management and agile practices; 5+ years applying DO‑178C/ED‑12C with familiarity in planning, requirements/traceability, verification, reviews and certification artifacts; 5+ years developing, documenting and maintaining architectures, requirements, algorithms, interfaces and designs for software systems; Knowledge of DO‑254 (FPGA/ASIC) interactions when custom hardware is involved; Strong background in real-time embedded software, RTOS, device drivers, and HW‑SW integration for avionics ECUs; 5+ years leading software development projects; Experience using version control tools such as Git; Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent.
Successful candidates must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest assessment process. Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary and annual incentive plans.
- Continuous learning and professional development opportunities.
- Parental leave options and 23 days plus UK public holidays.
- 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.
- Six-times annual salary life insurance.
- Learning Together Programme and access to Well-Being Programs.
We are an equal opportunity employer and do not accept unlawful discrimination in our recruitment or employment practices on any grounds including race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic factors, military and veteran status, or other characteristics covered by applicable law. We welcome applications from candidates with disabilities and provide reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process.
Seat Systems Software Certification Engineer in Bristol employer: Boeing Company
As a leading employer in the aerospace sector, we offer a dynamic work environment in Bristol, UK, where innovation meets collaboration. Our hybrid work model promotes a healthy work-life balance, while our commitment to continuous learning and professional development ensures that employees can grow their careers alongside industry advancements. With competitive benefits, including a robust pension plan and comprehensive health coverage, we strive to create a supportive culture that values diversity and inclusion.
