Structural Engineering Associate

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.

Boeing Defense, Space, and Security (BDS) is seeking motivated and talented Associate or Experienced Structural Analysis Engineers to join our dynamic Engineering Teams in Berkeley, MO.

As part of our growing organization, you will be surrounded by a passionate leadership team dedicated to attracting and developing top talent for critical national defense missions. With our strong connection to the Department of Defense, we deliver unparalleled capability through our exceptional team.

At Boeing, our engineers are the visionaries who shape the future of aerospace. Join us and unleash your expertise to create next-generation capabilities for incredible aerospace platforms. This is your chance to make a significant impact by contributing to a wide range of current and evolutionary aircraft and weapons systems across various divisions / business units, including :

Air Dominance (Phantom Works, F-15, F / A-18, MQ-25A, T-7A)

Mobility, Surveillance, & Bombers (777X)

Space Intelligence & Weapons Systems (Harpoon, JDAM, SDB, SLAM-ER)

Boeing Global Services businesses

Position Responsibilities :

Complete Durability and Damage Tolerance Analysis for structural locations using common fatigue tools and software.

Provide technical solutions for aircraft production lines with high priority nonconformance stress and fatigue analysis.

Perform single flight probability of failure risk analysis and generate risk reports for customers.

Utilize 3D modeling and data visualization software to update airframe 3D models and complete data processing on fleet maintenance findings.

Perform full scale fatigue test finding match analysis using common fatigue tools and software.

Works under general supervision.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills / Experience) :

~ Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (with a focus on Mechanical, Civil, Aerospace Aeronautical or Material Sciences)

~2 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience

~2+ years of work-related experience performing structural fatigue and fracture analysis

~ Experience in fatigue and damage tolerance analysis

~ Ability to develop technical reports and present results

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills / Experience) :

~5 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience

~ Active Secret Clearance

~ Knowledge and experience with fixed wing military aircraft platforms

~ Knowledge of Aircraft Structural Integrity Program and it's requirements

~ Experience with structural analysis software such as PATRAN / NASTRAN, StressCheck and Lifeworks

~ Ability to understand and write engineering reports based on analysis results, test findings and maintenance reports

~ Experience with Spectrum Generation

~ Experience with Full-Scale Fatigue Testing and / or other structural and material testing plans

~ Strong oral and written communications skills

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.

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.

The Boeing 401(k) helps you save for your future, with contributions from Boeing that can help you grow your retirement savings. Our best-in-class retirement benefit features :

Best in class 401(k) plan : we'll match your contributions dollar for dollar, up to 10% of eligible pay with Immediate 100% vesting

Student Loan Match : The Boeing 401(k) Student Loan Match allows eligible enrolled U.S. employees to have their qualified student loan debt payments counted, along with any match-eligible contributions they make, for purposes of determining the Company Match to employees' Boeing 401(k) accounts.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary pay range :

Level 2 : $83,300 - $112,700

Level 3 : $98,600 - $133,400

Applications for this position will be accepted until Dec. 11, 2025

Export Control Requirements : This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a "U.S. Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 is required. "U.S. Person" includes U.S. Citizen, 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.

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.