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 hiring for a Mid-Level (Level 3) Structures Design Engineering for our Wing & Empennage Life Cycle Product Team to work at our North Charleston, SC location.
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, as a Structural Analysis Engineer.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Develops, integrates and documents structural requirements to establish the wing and/or empennage design.
- Develops, maintains and modifies structural designs, using 3-D Computer Aided Design tools and/or other design methods, to provide product definition to other engineering groups, production operations, suppliers and external customers throughout the product lifecycle.
- Performs, integrates analytical and test results to validate and verify systems and components meet requirements and specifications.
- Manages supplier development, test and production activities and coordinates with the supplier to optimize the design and achieve program goals.
- Develops new design/analysis processes and tools to improve the effectiveness, quality and efficiency of the development effort.
- Investigates emerging technologies to develop concepts for future product designs to meet projected requirements.
- Works under general direction.
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 related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- 3+ years of experience with aircraft structural design
- 1+ years of experience with design of composite structures
- Prior experience with aircraft, heavy structures, hardware systems or interiors manufacturing/production systems
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
- 5+ years of experience working on wing or empennage structures such as Wing tips, wing leading or trailing edges, wing center section, wing box, wing join, vertical, or horizontal stabilizers
- Expertise using CATIA and Model Based Definition (MBD) for primary structure design.
- Experience designing and qualifying composite primary structures, including laminate design, ply-drop strategies, and structural strength considerations
- Hands on experience with fabrication of metallic and composite structures
- Part 21 and Part 25 Code of Federal Regulations knowledge and experience interacting with Federal Regulators
Conflict of Interest:
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.
Pay Range Summary:
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.
Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
Mid-Level: $105,750 - $129,250
Applications for this position will be accepted until Jul. 16, 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 (Mechanical, Civil, Aerospace/Aeronautical, or Material Sciences)
- 5+ years of related work experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
- 3+ years of experience with aircraft structural design
- 1+ years of experience with design of composite structures
- Prior experience with aircraft, heavy structures, hardware systems or interiors manufacturing/production systems
- 5+ years of experience working on wing or empennage structures (wing tips, leading/trailing edges, center section, wing box, vertical/horizontal stabilizers)
- Expertise using CATIA and Model Based Definition (MBD) for primary structure design
- Experience designing and qualifying composite primary structures, including laminate design, ply-drop strategies, and structural strength considerations
- Hands on experience with fabrication of metallic and composite structures
- Knowledge of Part 21 and Part 25 Code of Federal Regulations and experience interacting with Federal Regulators
Boeing Compensation & Benefits Highlights
-
Retirement Support — For most U.S. nonunion roles, the company matches 401(k) contributions with immediate vesting, and a student‑loan feature counts eligible payments toward earning the company match. Some union agreements also include robust retirement terms, combining a match up to a set percentage with an additional company contribution.
-
Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave is provided at full pay for birth, adoption, surrogacy, or foster placement, alongside adoption and surrogacy assistance. Family resources such as specialized health programs and backup child and elder care are available.
-
Healthcare Strength — Coverage spans medical, dental, and vision plus mental‑health and specialty clinical programs (e.g., cancer support and centers of excellence), with many benefits beginning soon after hire. Virtual care, coaching, and access to licensed therapists are included.
Boeing Insights
What We Do
A leading global aerospace company and top U.S. exporter, Boeing develops, manufactures and services commercial airplanes, defense products and space systems for customers in more than 150 countries. Our U.S. and global workforce and supplier base drive innovation, economic opportunity, sustainability and community impact. Boeing is committed to fostering a culture based on our core values of safety, quality and integrity.
Why Work With Us
Aerospace protects and connects people, enables economic growth and trade, provides humanitarian relief and allows for human exploration of space. Boeing collaborates globally to support responsible growth for our industry, and we invest in innovation that improves the efficiency and sustainability of air travel and our operations.
Gallery
Boeing Offices
OnSite Workspace





