Associate Loads and Dynamics Engineer

Archer; Hazelwood (MO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match up to 10%

Student Loan Match

Job summary

Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) seeks an Associate Loads and Dynamics Engineer to support fixed-wing programs in Berkeley, Missouri. You will contribute to loads and dynamics assessments across air dominance efforts, coordinating with teams and suppliers to ensure robust designs.

Responsibilities include creating models, performing analyses, testing support, and ensuring airworthiness in collaboration with regulators and customers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field.
• 2+ years work experience with a relevant degree.
• Course work in Aerodynamics, Stability & Control, Structural Dynamics, Aeroelasticity or FEM.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing air vehicle requirements.
• Create vehicle-level models for loads and dynamics analysis.
• Perform loads and dynamics analysis to support air vehicle design (flight/ground simulations, flutter/divergence, noise/vibration).
• Assist in developing flight and ground test requirements and plans.
• Support ground and flight testing with pre-test analysis, real-time monitoring, post-processing, and documentation of results.
• Support airworthiness activities with regulatory agencies and customers.
• Assist in developing vehicle flight envelope and operational limits.

Skills

Aerodynamics

Stability & Control

Structural Dynamics

Aeroelasticity

FEM

C

MATLAB

Python

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

C

MATLAB

Python

Job description

• Assist in developing vehicle flight envelope and operational limits

Archer is collaborating with Boeing to connect them with exceptional professionals for this role.

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.

The Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) organization is seeking an Associate Loads and Dynamics Engineer to support fixed-wing aircraft programs located in Berkeley, Missouri.

As an Associate Loads & Dynamics Engineer, you will support loads and dynamics assessments for various aircraft programs within the Air Dominance division.

This position requires strong analytical problem solving skills and familiarity with one or more of the following: external loads, structural dynamics, aeroelastic stability, aerodynamics, aircraft stability and control, and finite element modeling. The ability to effectively coordinate with teammates, internal suppliers, and customers is also required.

Position Responsibilities

• Assist in developing air vehicle requirements
• Create vehicle-level models for loads and dynamics analysis
• Perform loads and dynamics analysis to support air vehicle design (e.g. flight and ground simulations for loads, flutter/divergence analysis, noise & vibration assessments)
• Assist in developing flight and ground test requirements and plans
• Support ground and flight testing by performing pre-test analysis, real-time monitoring of test conditions, post-processing of test data, and documentation of test results
• Support airworthiness activities with regulatory agencies and internal/external customers via correspondence, presentations, and documentation
• Assist in developing vehicle flight envelope and operational limits

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills And Experience)

• 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
• 2+ years work-related experience with a Bachelors degree OR an equivalent combination of work-related experience and technical education.
• Course work and/or work experience in one or more of the following technical competencies: Aerodynamics, Stability & Control, Structural Dynamics, Aeroelasticity, and/or Finite Element Modeling (FEM)

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills And Experience)

• Active Secret level US security clearance
• Proficiency with a higher-level programming code (e.g. C, Matlab, Python, or similar)
• Experience with finite element analysis (FEA), vibrations analysis, and/or multi-body dynamics (MBD)
• Prior experience with static or dynamic external loads analysis
• Prior experience with air vehicle ground and/or flight testing

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 (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.

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 & 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: $85,000 - $115,000

Applications for this position will be accepted until Nov. 04, 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.

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. This position requires ability to obtain program access, for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship only.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

This position is for 1st shift

Contingent Upon Program Award

The position is contingent upon program award

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.