Associate Structural Design Engineer

Boeing Careers; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Boeing North Charleston, South Carolina, is seeking an Associate Structures Design Engineer (Level 2) to join the Aftbody Structures Life Cycle Product Team. You will develop, integrate and document structural requirements, create designs with CAD tools, and support tests, supplier activities and cross‑functional collaboration.

This 1st shift position offers relocation based on eligibility, a comprehensive total rewards package and a commitment to safety and quality.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering.
• 2+ years engineering experience.
• 2+ years CAD tools experience.
• Experience with aircraft structural design.

Responsibilities

• Develops, integrates and documents primary and secondary structural requirements.
• Develops and modifies basic structural designs using CAD tools to provide product definition.
• Performs tests to validate that systems meet requirements and specifications.
• Assists with supplier development, test and production activities and coordination to optimize design.
• Supports investigation of emerging technologies to develop concepts for future product designs.
• Collaborates and performs oversight on projects with partners/suppliers.
• Works under general supervision and emphasizes Safety and First Pass Quality.
• Exhibits Boeing Values and Behaviors.

Skills

Engineering experience

CAD Tools

Aircraft structural design

Bachelor’s in Engineering

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

CATIA

ENOVIA

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.

787 Airframe in Boeing Commercial Airplanes is seeking an Associate Structures Design Engineer (Level 2) for our Aftbody Structures Life Cycle Product Team to work at our North Charleston, South Carolina 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.

Position Responsibilities:

• Assists with developing, integrating and documenting primary and secondary structural requirements to establish the system design
• Develops, maintains and modifies basic structural and interior payload system and component 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
• Collaborates and performs oversight on projects with partners/suppliers
• Works under general supervision
• Possesses and encourages a mindset of Safety and First Pass Quality
• Exhibits Boeing Values and Behaviors

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 engineering experience
• 2+ years of experience using CAD Tools
• Experience with aircraft structural design

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• 2+ years of working and collaborating with cross-functional engineering teams to solve technical problems
• 1+ years of experience with design of composite material systems
• 1+ years of aerospace engineering experience
• Experience with CATIA and ENOVIA
• Prior experience with manufacturing/production systems

Conflict of Interest:

Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.

Shift:

This position is for 1st shift.

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.

Summary pay range: $85,000 - $115,000

Applications for this position will be accepted until Oct. 16, 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.