Structural Design Engineer

Job Description
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.
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.
The Boeing Technology Innovation (BTI) organization seeks a highly skilled Senior Structural Design Engineer to join our Materials & Structures (M&S) organization in Tukwila, WA. This engineer will lead pr
Our teams are currently hiring for a broad range of experience levels including : Mid-Level and Senior level Structural Desing Engineer.
BTI is the preferred provider of technologies and innovation across the entire Boeing enterprise. We work across the complete product lifecycle of Boeing's commercial aircraft, military aircraft, rotorcraft, space vehicles, UAVs, and advanced vehicle prototypes. We provide innovative support for current and future products and services, act as global scouts for innovative technologies, and solve our customers' most difficult technology challenges.
Materials & Structures (M&S) is focused on discovering, developing, and transitioning innovative structures technology into Boeing products. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in the design and repair of aircraft structures and materials - including expertise in composites. This role requires a versatile engineer who can drive collaborative research initiatives, support the capture of internal (IRAD) and external contracted R&D (CRAD) programs, and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to address challenges to Boeing platforms.
What you'll do

• Develop, maintain, and modify structural and interior payload system and component designs, using 3-D Computer Aided Design (CAD) tools and/or other design methods.
• Create and maintain fully annotated 3D part assembly definitions using Model Based Definition (MBD) practices.
• Hands-on working directly with fabrication and shop-floor teams to translate conceptual designs into development parts. Rapidly iterating, validating, and improving structural components to optimize manufacturability, cost, quality, and schedule.
• Lead projects and technical teams to develop and mature structural concepts - including composite materials and structural repair.
• Collaborate across global, cross-functional teams and with external partners (industry, academia, government) to capture and manage internal and external R&D programs aligned to Boeing strategy.
• Support both commercial and defense projects; meet export-control and security clearance requirements.
• Investigate emerging technologies and contribute to transition strategy onto product programs.

Basic Qualifications (Required)

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering (Mechanical, Aerospace, Civil, or similar).
• 3+ years of experience with aircraft structural design
• 3+ years of experience using CAD Tools
• Demonstrated leadership of R&D or technical teams and projects.
• Ability to obtain U.S. security clearance (U.S. citizenship required for clearance).

Preferred Qualifications

• Expertise using CATIA and Model Based Definition (MBD) for primary structure design.
• Track record of technical innovation (patents, publications, or transitioned technologies) and a proactive approach to investigating and maturing emerging technologies.
• Experience designing and qualifying composite primary and secondary structures, including laminate design, ply-drop strategies, and damage tolerance considerations.
• Hands-on experience with structural repair concept development and repair validation on metallic and composite structures.
• Practical experience working directly with fabrication and shop-floor teams to develop, iterate, and produce prototype hardware.
• Experience managing IRAD/CRAD proposals and programs, including budget/schedule tracking and collaboration with external partners (industry, academia, government).
• Active U.S. security clearance preferred.

Travel
10%
Drug Free Workplace
Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace (DFW) 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 Mid-Level: $111,350 - $150,650
Summary Pay Range Senior: $135,150 - $182, 850
Applications for this position will be accepted until Feb. 06, 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.