Structures & Payload Design Engineer (Structural Design)

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North Charleston, SC, USA
In-Office
85K-115K Annually
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The Role
Designs, integrates, documents, tests, and modifies wing and empennage aircraft structures throughout the product lifecycle. Uses 3-D CAD and Model Based Design tools, supports suppliers and production activities, investigates emerging technologies, and contributes to CFR Part 25 certification documentation. The role collaborates with international partners and works under direct supervision in Boeing’s 787 Airframe organization.
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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 hiring for Associate (Level 2) Structures Design Engineers 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 Structures Design Engineer.
Primary Responsibilities:
  • Assists to develop, integrate and document 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 tests to validate and verify systems and components meet requirements and specifications.
  • Assists with supplier development, test and production activities and coordination with the supplier to optimize the design and achieve program goals.
  • Supports investigation of emerging technologies to develop concepts for future product designs to meet projected requirements.
  • Supports the development of certification related documentation for CFR Part 25 Type Cert projects.
  • Collaborates on projects with international partners/suppliers.
  • Actively supports the growth and development of a new engineering organization.
  • Works under direct supervision.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/ Experience)
  • Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (with a focus on Mechanical, Civil, Aerospace Aeronautical or Material Sciences)
  • 2+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
  • 1+ years of experience with aircraft structural design Experience working in a Model Based Design (MBD) environment

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)
  • 1+ years of experience with design of composite structures Experience with CATIA and ENOVIA.
  • Prior experience with manufacturing/production,
  • Prior design experience on wing or empennage structures such as wing tips, wing box, wing center section, leading/trailing edges, horizontal stabilizer or vertical stabilizers.

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 & 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.
Pay Summary Range: Associate (Level 2) 85,000-115,000
Applications for this position will be accepted until Oct. 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.
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
  • 2 or more years of related work experience, or equivalent education and experience
  • At least 1 year of experience with aircraft structural design
  • Experience working in a Model Based Design environment
  • At least 1 year of experience designing composite structures
  • Experience with CATIA and ENOVIA
  • Prior manufacturing or production experience
  • Prior design experience with wing or empennage structures

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Year Founded: 1916

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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

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