Mid-Level or Senior Structural Analysis Engineer

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North Charleston, SC, USA
In-Office
104K-171K Annually
Senior level
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The Role
Performs structural stress analysis for Boeing 787 fuselage primary structures using hand calculations, finite element methods, and dynamic simulation. Leads structural requirements, supplier technical oversight, certification documentation, test planning, regulatory coordination, failure investigations, and structural integrity verification. The role supports CFR Part 21 and Part 25 compliance, develops analytical tools, and mentors engineers while working with minimal direction.
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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.
787 Airframe in Boeing Commercial Airplanes is seeking a Mid-Level or Senior Structural Analysis Engineer (Level 3 or 4) to join our Fuselage Life Cycle Product Team in North Charleston, South Carolina.
At Boeing, our engineers share a passion to redefine what's possible. To turn dreams into reality. To bring cutting edge technology to market. If you are seeking a dynamic, innovative environment, this opportunity is for you! This is a great opportunity to work in the Commercial Airplanes South Carolina Design Center.
Position Responsibilities:
  • Operates as a structural analyst or lead on Boeing 787 Fuselage primary structure including responsibilities of advising, reviewing, and signing technical documents that substantiate structural capability
  • Performs stress analysis using classical hand analysis methods, Finite Element tools/methods, and/or Dynamic Simulation tools/methods
  • Reviews and provides lead signature for Boeing technical oversight of supplier documents including engineering drawings, analysis, test plans, procedures, and reports
  • Leads development, integration and documentation of structural requirements to establish the Fuselage primary structure designs
  • Coordinates with other engineering groups to establish the product's environment such as load cases, boundary conditions, interface architecture, and interface loads
  • Guides product design and verifies structural integrity throughout the product lifecycle to develop the structural environment, characteristics and performance
  • Leads development of test plans and configurations, supports test execution and analyzes/reports test results to validate and verify the primary structures meet requirements and specifications
  • Defines and documents certification and test results to substantiate for customers and regulatory agencies that requirements are satisfied
  • Supports in-service products by leading investigations into failures and analyzing improvements
  • Develops analytical processes/tools to improve effectiveness, quality and efficiency of the development effort
  • Active leader in the growth of a new organization performing lead level duties, mentorship, and training of developing team members
  • Develops certification related documentation to support CFR Part 25 Type Cert project
  • Collaborates and performs oversight on projects with domestic or international partners/suppliers
  • Applies Part 21 and Part 25 Code of Federal Regulations knowledge and facilitates interactions with Federal Regulators
  • Works under minimal direction
  • Possesses and encourages others to have a mindset of Safety and First Pass Quality
  • Influences others to exhibit Boeing Values and Behaviors

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/ Experience):
  • Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (with a focus on Mechanical, Civil, Aerospace Aeronautical or Material Sciences)
  • 5+ years of experience performing stress analysis on fuselage or related structures
  • 3+ years of experience performing stress analysis on composite structures
  • Prior experience with aircraft, heavy structures, hardware systems or interiors manufacturing/production systems

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
  • 9 or more years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
  • 7+ years of experience working on Fuselage primary structure
  • 3+ years of experience leading supplier technical oversight and collaborating with suppliers to solve technical challenges
  • 3+ years of hands on experience with fabrication of metallic and composite structures
  • Experience leading the development and completion of certification related documentation
  • Current or prior DER/AR/E-UM

Conflict of Interest:
Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.
Shift:
This position is for 1st shift.
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.
Mid-Level Summary pay range: $103,700 - $140,300
Senior Summary pay range: $126,650 - $171,350
Applications for this position will be accepted until Oct. 29, 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.
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.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, focused on Mechanical, Civil, Aerospace, Aeronautical, or Material Sciences
  • 5 or more years of experience performing stress analysis on fuselage or related structures
  • 3 or more years of experience performing stress analysis on composite structures
  • Prior experience with aircraft, heavy structures, hardware systems, or interiors manufacturing and production systems
  • 9 or more years of related work experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • 7 or more years of experience working on fuselage primary structure
  • 3 or more years leading supplier technical oversight and collaborating with suppliers on technical challenges
  • 3 or more years of hands-on experience fabricating metallic and composite structures
  • Experience leading certification-related documentation development and completion
  • Current or prior DER, AR, or E-UM experience
  • U.S. Person status to satisfy export control compliance requirements

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