Lead Structural Analysis Engineer

Job Description
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Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) is looking for a Lead Structural Analysis Engineer to join our Air Dominance team in Hazelwood, MO.
This program is on the cutting edge of development supporting the Next Generation of fighter aircraft. We are looking for a qualified structural analysis engineer with experience in full scale testing, component testing, test instruction authoring, correlation analysis, and FEM verification activities. This person must be able to work 100% independently.
Position Responsibilities:

• Lead a team of Structures Engineers developing test plans and configurations in support of full scale static test
• Support test execution and analyze test results to validate and verify structure meets requirements
• Coordinate with internal/external customers and other stakeholders and ensure alignment with ASIP and other requirements
• Mentor and provide technical support as required
• Work independently with minimal oversite

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (with a focus on Mechanical, Civil, Aerospace Aeronautical or Material Sciences)
• Level 4: 9 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience
• Level 5: 14 or more years' related or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience
• Advanced expert knowledge of aircraft structure, materials strength and properties, design and manufacturing requirements, loading conditions and processes
• Experience with setting criteria for certification, testing and allowables development, loads and analysis, and creating innovative solutions to complex problems
• Successful developmental effort noted for technology development of advanced tools, processes, materials and configurations
• Mentoring of early and mid-level career engineers and consultation/direction of work for other similar platforms, programs or business units
• This position requires an active U.S. Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active)
• This position requires ability to obtain Special Program Access, for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship only.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Knowledge and experience with fixed wing military aircraft platforms
• Experience with software/tools used for structural analysis
• Ability to understand and write engineering reports based on analysis results, test findings and maintenance reports
• Strong oral and written communications skills

Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.
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.
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.
The Boeing 401(k) helps you save for your future, with contributions from Boeing that can help you grow your retirement savings. Our best-in-class retirement benefit features:

• Best in class 401(k) plan: we'll match your contributions dollar for dollar, up to 10% of eligible pay with Immediate 100% vesting
• Student Loan Match: The Boeing 401(k) Student Loan Match allows eligible enrolled U.S. employees to have their qualified student loan debt payments counted, along with any match-eligible contributions they make, for purposes of determining the Company Match to employees' Boeing 401(k) accounts.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
Summary pay range Level 4: $126,650 - $171,350
Summary pay range Level 5: $154,700 - $209,300
Applications for this position will be accepted until Jan. 30, 2026
Export Control Requirements:
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.
Export Control Details:
US based job, US Person required
Education
Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Required
Relocation
This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.
Security Clearance
This position requires an active U.S. Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active) This position requires ability to obtain program access, for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship only.
Visa Sponsorship
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
Shift
This position is for 1st shift
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.