Live Fire Structures Test & Evaluation Engineer (Associate, Experienced or Senior)

The Boeing Company; Berkeley (MO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

The Boeing Company in Berkeley, MO seeks a Live Fire Structures Test & Evaluation Engineer (Associate to Senior) to lead planning, design and execution of live-fire and vulnerability tests within the STR capability.

The role covers test fixture design, oversight at multiple sites, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure data validity and readiness for programs like T-7A, MQ-25A and legacy jets. U.S. citizenship and DoD clearance are preferred.

Qualifications

• 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.
• 1+ years of experience working with computer aided design such as CATIA, Solidworks, or Siemens NX
• 1+ years of experience with structural testing, mechanical testing and/or flight testing
• 1+ years of experience with Live Fire and/or other vulnerability testing
• Experience with Vulnerability assessment and/or Penetration test

Responsibilities

• Live Fire Test Planning for multiple programs.
• Working with business partners to plan, design, set up and perform Live Fire testing.
• Work with and lead a team through test design, integration and test conduct activities in the structural test labs.
• Gather test requirements, develop test procedures, design and analyze test fixtures, leads in the fabrication and setup of the tests, and leads in the test conduct phase
• Coordinate with the business partner, team members, shop (touch-labor) personnel, and other support personnel
• Use knowledge in structural and Live Fire test design, CAD systems, and analysis concepts, including test techniques and hydraulic operations to design test fixtures and organize test operations
• Exhibit a high degree of mechanical aptitude, which includes an understanding of 2D design drawings, 3D Model Based Design and manufacturability, producibility and reliability of test hardware designs.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work with various integrated and cross-functional teams in situations that require significant judgment and decision making
• Integrate test fixture assemblies per design best practices, Boeing safety requirements and customer requirements
• Track, Document and produce internal test reports on assigned testing projects
• Work with lab personnel to lead efforts to troubleshoot test fixtures, test equipment, instrumentation and test article issues
• Present data to internal teams and business partners during design process reviews and test readiness reviews
• Analyze test data to ensure test readiness and data validity
• Conduct research in test technologies to improve lab efficiency and capability
• Interface with other members of project or program teams, management, and technical staff to define and implement test engineering solutions
• Help to lead in the current and future direction of the Boeing Structures Testing and Live Fire Testing capabilities across the Boeing Enterprise
• Travel 5-10% of the time to various test sites to support testing.

Skills

CATIA

SolidWorks

Siemens NX

Live Fire Testing

Vulnerability Testing

Structural Testing

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering or equivalent

Tools

CATIA

SolidWorks

Siemens NX

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 is seeking a Live Fire Structures Test & Evaluation Engineer (Associate, Experienced or Senior), to work in the Structures and Mechanical Test (STR) capability as part of the Structures Test and Evaluation Engineering team located in Berkeley, MO.

The STR capability supports structural, mechanical and material properties test programs for all Boeing Divisions, including Boeing Commercial Aircraft (BCA), Boeing Defense Systems (BDS), and Boeing Space Programs with an emphasis on BDS. The STR capability also support Birdstrike and Live Fire testing in support of BDS and Phantom Works programs.

As part of this team, you will have the opportunity to work on the latest military aircraft and weapons programs, such as T-7A and MQ-25A, and support our legacy programs like F-15 and F/A-18 into the future. The St. Louis STR team supports tests ranging from material testing, airframe component testing to full-scale static and fatigue testing. The ideal candidate should work well under pressure, have excellent all around communication skills, leadership, interpersonal, organizational skills, and be very detail oriented.

This position will focus on Live Fire test and Vulnerability test planning and test fixture design. You will also support test oversight onsite at multiple Boeing, Government and supplier test sites. A background in related Live Fire testing, structural testing and similar capabilities and/or backgrounds in structural, dynamic or environmental testing is also desired.

Travel to customer, supplier and government test sites will be required during off-site setup and test execution periods, to ensure proper testing per test planning and specification.

Position Responsibilities:

• Live Fire Test Planning for multiple programs.
• Working with business partners to plan, design, set up and perform Live Fire testing.
• Work with and lead a team through test design, integration and test conduct activities in the structural test labs.
• Gather test requirements, develop test procedures, design and analyze test fixtures, leads in the fabrication and setup of the tests, and leads in the test conduct phase
• Coordinate with the business partner, team members, shop (touch-labor) personnel, and other support personnel
• Use knowledge in structural and Live Fire test design, CAD systems, and analysis concepts, including test techniques and hydraulic operations to design test fixtures and organize test operations
• Exhibit a high degree of mechanical aptitude, which includes an understanding of 2D design drawings, 3D Model Based Design and manufacturability, producibility and reliability of test hardware designs.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work with various integrated and cross-functional teams in situations that require significant judgment and decision making
• Integrate test fixture assemblies per design best practices, Boeing safety requirements and customer requirements
• Track, Document and produce internal test reports on assigned testing projects
• Work with lab personnel to lead efforts to troubleshoot test fixtures, test equipment, instrumentation and test article issues
• Present data to internal teams and business partners during design process reviews and test readiness reviews
• Analyze test data to ensure test readiness and data validity
• Conduct research in test technologies to improve lab efficiency and capability
• Interface with other members of project or program teams, management, and technical staff to define and implement test engineering solutions
• Help to lead in the current and future direction of the Boeing Structures Testing and Live Fire Testing capabilities across the Boeing Enterprise
• Travel 5-10% of the time to various test sites to support testing.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/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
• 1+ years of experience working with computer aided design such as CATIA, Solidworks, or Siemens NX
• 1+ years of experience with structural testing, mechanical testing and/or flight testing
• 1+ years of experience with Live Fire and/or other vulnerability testing
• Experience with Vulnerability assessment and/or Penetration test

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• A current active DoD Secret Clearance
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Civil Engineering
• Experience leading Live Fire Testing previously on military applications.
• 3+ years of experience with vulnerability testing on aerospace applications
• Experience with Siemens NX design software specifically.
• 5+ years of related test lab work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• 5+ years of experience with 3D Design software, such as Siemens NX, SolidWorks and/or CATIA

Conflict of Interest:

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

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:

Level 2: $85,000-$115,000

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

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

Applications for this position will be accepted until Nov. 24, 2026

Export Control Requirements:

This is not an Export Control position.

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

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.