Experienced / Senior Ground Loads Engineer

The Boeing Company; Berkeley (MO); On-site; USD 104,000 - 171,000; Full time

Job summary

The Boeing Company in St. Louis, Missouri is seeking an Experienced / Senior Ground Loads Engineer to support Air Dominance programs.

This role leads in developing air vehicle design criteria for ground loads and collaborates with airframe & subsystems design and analysis engineers to build integrated aerodynamic, structural, and landing gear models for flight vehicle analysis within a Model Based Engineering (MBE) environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• U.S. citizenship with ability to obtain a U.S. security clearance (interim or final) is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead in developing air vehicle design criteria for ground loads.
• Collaborate with airframe and subsystems engineers to generate integrated models for MB Engineering analyses.
• Perform ground loads analyses to support air vehicle design and stores integration.
• Define allowable flight envelopes and operational limits.
• Develop flight and ground test plans.
• Create FE and multi-body dynamics models and correlate to test results.
• Present engineering results to management and customers during program reviews.

Skills

Ground loads engineering

MBE modeling & analysis

Nastran/ADAMS

Programming: C/Fortran/MATLAB/Python

Aircraft loads experience

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering or related field

Tools

NASTRAN

ADAMS

MBE tools

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.

The Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) organization is seeking an Experienced / Senior Ground Loads Engineer to support Air Dominance programs in St. Louis, Missouri.

As a member of the BDS Air Dominance Loads & Dynamics (L'D) Capability Team, you will be part of a core engineering team directly supporting production and development programs including F-15, F/A-18, T-7A, MQ-25, and proprietary programs. The L'D team is looking for individuals with experience ground loads. Position commensurate with experience.

Position Responsibilities

• Lead in developing air vehicle design criteria for ground loads
• Collaborate with the airframe & subsystems design and analysis engineers to generate integrated aerodynamic, structural, and landing gear models for flight vehicle analysis consistent with a Model Based Engineering (MBE) environment
• Perform ground loads analyses (ground handling, taxi, takeoff & landing, etc.) to support air vehicle design and stores integration
• Define allowable flight envelopes and operational limits
• Develop flight and ground test plans
• Create finite element and multi-body dynamics models and correlates to test results
• Execute ground and flight test programs by the development of test requirements, providing data for pre-test analysis, monitoring testing, data analysis and documenting results, in order to support design and verification of vehicle and components
• Review and approve airframe and subsystems hardware packages for airworthiness and to ensure the air vehicle meets the service environment
• Provide data to support the definition and documentation of structural design requirements for the service life of the product, to ensure company, customer and regulatory requirements are met
• Present engineering to management and customers during program level reviews and other technical meetings

Basic Qualifications (Required Skill/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
• 5 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience
• This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S Security Clearance for which the US Government requires US Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required

Preferred Qualifications

• Level 4: 9 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience
• 5+ years of experience with aircraft loads with an emphasis on ground loads
• Active U.S. Secret Clearance
• Experience in one or more of the following: aircraft modeling and simulation, aircraft flight and/or ground testing, multi-body dynamics (MBD) modeling and analysis
• Experience leading teams or projects
• Experience using NASTRAN or ADAMS
• Proficiency in one or more higher-level programming languages such as C, Fortran, MATLAB, python, or similar
• Possess interpersonal communication (written & verbal) skills in a team-oriented environment

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.

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

Summary pay range:

Level 3: $103,700 - $140,300

Level 4: $126,650 - $171,350

Applications for this position will be accepted until Aug. 27, 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.

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.