Entry-Level Wind Tunnel Model Design Engineer

Lensa; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 73,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative aerospace company seeks an Entry-Level Wind Tunnel Model Design Engineer in Tukwila, WA, to support aerospace development through design and testing of models in wind tunnels. The ideal candidate will possess a bachelor's in engineering and skills in project management and CAD tools like CATIA V5, with growth opportunities available.

Benefits

Health insurance

Retirement savings plans

Flexible spending accounts

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, technology, chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science.
• Experience creating 3D part geometry and assemblies using CAD tools.

Responsibilities

• Creating 3D solids and drawings of wind tunnel balance and model parts using CATIA V5.
• Performing stress analysis and coordinating with manufacturing personnel.

Skills

Project management

Writing

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor of Science degree in engineering

Tools

CATIA V5

Job description

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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 Company is looking for an Entry-Level Wind Tunnel Model Design Engineer to join our team in Tukwila, WA.

The Aerodynamic Testing capability within Boeing Test & Evaluation provides low speed, transonic, and supersonic wind tunnel testing capabilities for all Boeing products at various Boeing sites. The area of wind tunnel model design encompasses a wide range of responsibilities, including the design, fabrication, installation, and testing of aerodynamic models in wind tunnels to support aircraft development initiatives.

The ideal candidate will have good writing and documentation skills, project management skills, and the ability to work independently and in a team environment.

Position Responsibilities

• Creating three dimensional solids and associated drawings and assemblies of wind tunnel balance and model parts using CATIA V5
• Performing stress analysis using hand, spreadsheet and finite element tools including formal stress reports
• Coordinate with manufacturing planning, scheduling and shop personnel to ensure the timely completion of balance hardware
• Liaison with calibration personnel to ensure proper balance loading, troubleshoot calibration & test data and acceptance of final calibration data
• Installation and check load of balances at onsite and offsite locations (test support)
• May be required to travel up to 10% of the time
  
  

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

• Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science
• Experience creating 3D part geometry, drawings and assemblies using CAD based tools
  
  

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• Experience with CATIA General Design workbenches: Assembly Design, Part Design, Drafting, Save Management
• Designing with additive manufacturing materials
• Experience in the design of experimental hardware, mechanisms, prototypes, test rigs and fixtures, test equipment, and load measurement devices
  
  

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.

Union

This is a union-represented position.

Shift

This role is primarily first shift; however, additional shifts may be required to support program objectives.

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: $73,100 – $98,900

Applications for this position will be accepted until Jun. 20, 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

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.

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.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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