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How much do manager airworthiness jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for manager airworthiness in the United States is $77,960.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $54,500.00 and $100,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some typical challenges faced by a Manager Airworthiness in day-to-day operations?

Managers of Airworthiness often face the challenge of keeping up with evolving aviation regulations while ensuring aircraft fleets remain compliant and safe for operation. Balancing regulatory requirements with operational schedules, coordinating across multidisciplinary teams, and resolving potential discrepancies in documentation or maintenance records are common aspects of the job. Additionally, responding to audits, managing corrective actions, and liaising with regulatory authorities can add complexity to daily responsibilities. Success in this role requires excellent organizational skills and the ability to make sound decisions under pressure, ensuring safety standards are never compromised.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Manager Airworthiness position, and why are they important?

To excel as a Manager Airworthiness, you need in-depth knowledge of aviation regulations, airworthiness standards, and quality assurance principles, typically supported by a relevant engineering degree and professional certification (such as a Part 66 or equivalent). Familiarity with aviation compliance management systems, safety management systems (SMS), and regulatory tools like EASA or FAA databases is crucial. Strong leadership, clear communication, and meticulous attention to detail distinguish top performers in this position. These abilities ensure compliance, safety, and smooth coordination between engineering, maintenance, and regulatory bodies, directly impacting aircraft safety and operational efficiency.

What is a Manager Airworthiness job?

A Manager Airworthiness is responsible for ensuring that an aircraft remains compliant with all relevant airworthiness regulations and safety standards. They oversee maintenance programs, regulatory compliance, and coordination with aviation authorities. Their role involves monitoring maintenance schedules, reviewing technical documentation, and ensuring continuous airworthiness of the fleet. This position requires strong knowledge of aviation regulations, engineering principles, and risk management.

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Senior Safety & Airworthiness Specialist

Senior Safety & Airworthiness Specialist

Boeing

Berkeley, MO • On-site

$149K - $202K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement

Posted 9 days ago


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8.5

Company rating: 8.5 out of 10

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Job description

Senior Safety & Airworthiness Specialist

Company:

The Boeing Company

The Boeing Company is looking for a Senior Safety & Airworthiness Specialist (Safety & Regulatory) to join our team in Berkeley, Missouri. This position will apply an interdisciplinary, collaborative approach to the full range of activities required to support Airworthiness/Flight Certification of various aircraft and external stores for USAF (United States Air Force)/USN (United States Navy)/Phantom Works/DOD (Department of Defense), and International Military programs.

Primary responsibilities:

  • Oversees the development, maintenance, and communication of complex strategies, policies, and initiatives to enhance safety and airworthiness of Boeing products and services.
  • Researches, analyzes, and assesses highly complex safety and regulatory data, trends, and developments; provides consultation on the impact to Boeing products and services.
  • Influences and shapes safety and airworthiness initiatives through applying advanced specialized technical expertise in airspace operations, human factors, air navigation, customer operations, safety management, policy, or regulatory domains.
  • Partners with external stakeholders (customers, regulators, industry, and external organizations) to identify complex safety and airworthiness issues and advises on solutions. Addresses escalated highly complex safety and regulatory technical inquires and support requests from internal and external stakeholders.
  • Oversees investigation of organizational factors that contribute to safety and airworthiness issues.
  • Leads developing, deploying and implementing safety and regulatory policy, standards, and guidance.
  • Leads advocating internally and externally for safety and regulatory enhancements to support Boeing products and services.
  • Provides advanced technical consultation and training relative to highly complex safety and airworthiness matters.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills and Experience):

  • 15+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • The ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills and Experience):

  • Associates degree or higher
  • Working knowledge of USAF Airworthiness (MIL-HDBK-516), Life Cycle Management (63-1201 & -1202), and Foreign Military Airworthiness regulations
  • Experience in USAF / US Military Maintenance
  • Experience working with safety analyses such as Risk Assessments, Functional Hazard Assessments (FHA), Fault-tree Analysis (FTA), etc.
  • Experience working with Quality and/or Safety Corrective Action/Preventative Action, Root Cause Corrective Actions
  • Experience with military and commercial specs and standards

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: $149,600 - $202,400

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Language Requirements:

Not Applicable

Education:

Not Applicable

Relocation:

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Export Control Requirement:

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.

Safety Sensitive:

This is not a Safety Sensitive Position.

Security Clearance:

This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.

Visa Sponsorship:

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Contingent Upon Award Program

This position is not contingent upon program award

Shift:

Shift 1 (United States of America)

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