Structural Test Engineer (Associate, Experienced, or Senior)

Job Description
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Boeing is seeking a highly motivated and adaptable Structural Test Engineer to join our Test & Evaluation team in Tukwila, WA. This engineer will play a vital role in developing test plans and procedures, designing test hardware, and conducting structural tests to ensure that company products and services comply with customer, regulatory, and company requirements.
In this position, you will design, develop, and integrate test systems, as well as design test hardware, software, and systems to achieve comprehensive test requirements that encompass the full spectrum of testing. You will review and validate test data, preparing and publishing detailed test reports. Additionally, you will conduct research in test technologies to improve efficiency and capability, while interfacing with other members of project or program teams, management, and technical staff to define and implement effective test engineering solutions.
The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in structural and mechanical engineering, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively. A self-motivated individual with a sense of urgency and a commitment to taking ownership of projects will thrive in this role.
Our teams are currently hiring for a broad range of experience levels including Associate, Experienced and Senior Level Structural Test Engineers.
Position Responsibilities:

• Develop test plans, procedures, and test equipment/software to ensure compliance with customer, regulatory, and company requirements
• Design, develop, and integrate test systems to support testing activities
• Create test hardware to meet comprehensive test requirements across various testing scenarios
• Review and validate test data, ensuring accuracy and quality prior to delivery to customers
• Prepare and publish detailed test reports that summarize findings
• Research test technologies that enhance testing efficiency and capability
• Manage multiple projects while interfacing with project or program teams, management, and technical staff to define and implement effective test engineering solutions
• Exhibit self-motivation and a sense of urgency, taking ownership of projects to drive successful outcomes

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Ability to obtain a U.S Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship
• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Technology), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement
• 1+ year of experience in structural design, analysis, and/or testing
• Experience with CATIA, SolidWorks, or a similar CAD program

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Level 3: 5 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Level 4: 10 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Have or have held an active U.S. Security Clearance in the past 24 months
• Experience in project management
• Experience with Design for Manufacture and Assembly (DFMA)
• Experience working a dynamic, multidisciplinary organization
• Experience in pneumatic design, maintenance, and repair

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.
Conflict of Interest:
Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.
Union:
This is a union-represented position.
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 for Associate level (Level 2): $90,950 - $123,050
Summary Pay Range for Experienced level (Level 3): $111,350 - $150,650
Summary Pay Range for Senior level (Level 4): $135,150 - $182,850
Applications for this position will be accepted until Jul. 08, 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
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this 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.
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.