Loads and Dynamics Engineer

The Boeing Company; Saint Charles (MO); On-site; USD 115,000 - 157,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team at a leading aerospace company, where you will play a crucial role in engineering innovative solutions for military aircraft. As a Structural Dynamics and Loads Engineer, you'll lead analyses and testing efforts, ensuring compliance with vehicle stability requirements. This position offers a unique opportunity to mentor less experienced engineers while working on cutting-edge defense projects. If you have a passion for aerospace engineering and a commitment to excellence, this is the perfect opportunity to advance your career in a supportive and inclusive environment.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Retirement Savings Plans

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life and Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

Relocation Assistance

Qualifications

• 9+ years of engineering experience in Dynamics & Loads.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee loads and dynamics analyses for new vehicles.
• Lead a team of engineers to enhance skill levels.

Skills

Dynamics & Loads Engineering

Structural Analysis

Mathematical Modeling

Leadership

Technical Communication

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Master of Science in Aerospace Engineering

Tools

Analytical 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.

Boeing Defense Space and Security is currently looking for motivated, talented Structural Dynamics and Loads Engineer to join theDirect Attack Dynamics and Loads team, part of Precision Engagement Systems (PES), located in St. Charles, MO.

The Direct Attack Direct Attack Dynamics and Loads Team is a dynamic and growing team with leadership that is focused on attracting and developing top talent in support of critical missions on Direct Attack (DA) programs. Connected to our customers’ missions, we deliver unique capabilities through our exceptional talent. The programs we support in St. Charles, MO include JDAM, SDB, MOP, HAAWC, B61TKA and associated derivatives utilized on various military aircraft, some ground-based platforms, and other future contract awards.

In this position, you will lead several less experienced engineers to increase their skill levels. In addition, you will perform various structural analysis and support various testing both in St. Louis area and at other locations. You will support various design methods to provide engineering requirements to other engineering groups, production operations, suppliers, and external customers throughout the product lifecycle.

Position Responsibilities:

• Oversees, reviews and conducts complex loads and dynamics analyses and tests for new and derivative vehicles.

• Oversees and builds new and improved mathematical models.

• Plans and organizes loads and dynamics analysis work at the program level to ensure compliance with vehicle integrity and stability requirements to establish system design.

• Develops, integrates and documents complex or unique vehicle requirements to establish the system design.

• Serves as organization spokesperson on advanced projects and programs.

• Advises management and customers on advanced technical research studies.

• Defines development requirements for analytical tools and models used to guide product design and verifies that the flight vehicle integrates and demonstrates compliance to internal and external specifications and requirements.

• Works with customers and regulatory agencies to define certification processes to meet requirements.

• Reviews and approves certification results.

• Oversees development and execution of tests to validate and verify systems and components meet requirements and specifications.

• Defines and organizes test programs for compliance with customer and regulatory agency requirements.

• Develops new standards or new means of compliance.

• Oversees the development of new analytical process and tools.

• Leads the improvement of existing technologies, tools and processes to enhance technology readiness, improve vehicle performance, reduce cycle time and cost.

• Investigates emerging technologies to develop future product designs and meet projected requirements.

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

This position requires the ability to obtain a US Security Clearance for which the US Government requires US Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.

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

• 9 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience (e.g. PhD+4 years' related work experience, Master+7 years' related work experience)

• 14 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience (e.g. PhD+9 years' related work experience, Master+12 years' related work experience)

• 9+ or more years’ engineering experience in the field of Dynamics & Loads

• Ability to travel up to 20% of the time both domestically and internationally

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and/or Astrodynamics Engineering.

• Master of Science Degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Astrodynamics Engineering, and/or Engineering Management.

• Experience leading an engineering team as a Technical Lead Engineer (TLE), LX, etc.

• Active US Secret Clearance

• Excellent communications skills, verbal and written.

• Ability to effectively communicate at all levels of management, customers, and partners.

• Leadership skills to lead and influence positive outcomes.

• Experience providing active mentorship and career guidance.

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

This is a 1st shift position.

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.

Total Rewards & Pay Transparency:

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 4: $115,600 - $156,400

Summary pay range, level 5: $136,850 - $185,150

Applications for this position will be accepted until May. 23, 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

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.