Associate Structural Analysis Engineer

BOEING; Ridley Park (Delaware County); On-site; USD 91,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

The Boeing Company in Ridley Park, PA seeks an Associate Structural Analysis Engineer to support the Chinook cargo helicopter. This onsite role requires a self-starter with strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to balance customer needs with timely analysis and reporting.

Responsibilities include documenting structural requirements, guiding design, performing analytical methods and FEA, and certifying test results. U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Civil, Aerospace, or Materials)
• 1+ years of engineering experience or a Master’s degree

Responsibilities

• Develops, integrates and documents structural requirements to establish the system design. Coordinates with other engineering groups to establish the product's environment.
• Guides product design and verifies structural integrity by using analytical methods, finite element models/simulations and other analysis tools throughout the product lifecycle to develop the structural environment, characteristics and performance.
• Develops test plans and configurations, supports test execution and analyzes/reports test results to validate and verify systems and components meet requirements and specifications.
• Defines and documents certification and test results for customers and regulatory agencies ensuring requirements are satisfied.
• Supports in-service products by investigating failures and analyzing improvements.
• Experience working with Freebody diagrams, structural sizing and/or finite element models/simulations (such as NASTRAN/PATRAN, ABAQUS, Hypermesh, or Optistruct, etc.)

Skills

Freebody diagrams

Structural sizing

FEA tools

NASTRAN/PATRAN

ABAQUS

Hypermesh

Optistruct

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Tools

NASTRAN

PATRAN

ABAQUS

Hypermesh

Optistruct

Job description

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, the Chinook program is seeking an Associate Structural Analysis Engineer to support the Chinook cargo helicopter. Boeing supports the Chinook with a wide range of support programs that are uniquely tailored to the requirements of each customer. The ideal candidate would be a self-starter, with good verbal and written communication skills. The ideal candidate will be able to balance the needs of the customer, both internal and external, with the time required to perform structural analysisand report writing. This position is located in Ridley Park, PA.

Position Responsibilities:

• Develops, integrates and documents structural requirements to establish the system design. Coordinates with other engineering groups to establish the product's environment.
• Guides product design and verifies structural integrity by using analytical methods, finite element models/simulations and other analysis tools throughout the product lifecycle to develop the structural environment, characteristics and performance.
• Develops test plans and configurations, supports test execution and analyzes/reports test results to validate and verify systems and components meet requirements and specifications.
• Defines and documents certification and test results for customers and regulatory agencies ensuring requirements are satisfied.
• Supports in-service products by investigating failures and analyzing improvements.
• Experience working with Freebody diagrams, structural sizing and/or finite element models/simulations (such as NASTRAN/PATRAN, ABAQUS, Hypermesh, or Optistruct, etc.)

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.

This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. Final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience):

(see education and experience for the levels below)

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (with a focus on Mechanical, Civil, Aerospace Aeronautical or Material Sciences)
• 1+ years of engineering experience or a Master's degree

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills and Experience):

• 2 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience (level 2)

Typical Education/Experience:

Level 2

Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering, (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 2 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience or non-US equivalent qualifications.

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.

Relocation:

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.

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 (level 2): $90,950 - $123,050

Applications for this position will be accepted until Nov. 03, 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.