Mechanical Design Engineer (Entry & Associate Level)

Boeing; Berkeley (MO); On-site; USD 71,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

The Boeing Company is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer (Entry & Associate) to support Environmental Test Design Engineering in Berkeley, MO. You will help design and modify test articles, fixtures, and subsystems that integrate with lab facilities, supporting vibrational, acoustic, airflow, and environmental control testing.

Responsibilities include creating CAD models and fabrication drawings, selecting materials, and guiding on-site installations.

Qualifications

• Requires US citizenship and ability to obtain a US Secret/SCI/SAP access.
• Bachelor of Science in Engineering (Mechanical, Civil, Aerospace, or Materials).
• Experience with 3D solid modeling software (e.g., NX, CATIA, CADD).
• Experience in mechanical systems design.

Responsibilities

• Develop mechanical design criteria from test objectives/specifications.
• Design mechanical systems and interfaces to integrate test articles with lab infrastructure.
• Create CAD models and drawings for reviews and assembly checks.
• Evaluate materials and fabrication approaches; integrate instrumentation.
• Conduct stress, modal, thermal, and fluid-dynamics analyses on test hardware.
• Provide on-site installation guidance during hardware inspections and tests.
• Collaborate with electrical, manufacturing, test engineers, and technicians.

Skills

3D CAD modeling

NX

Catia

CADD

Mechanical design

Engineering analysis

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering (Mechanical/Civil/Aerospace/MMS)

Tools

Siemens NX

Machine shop fabrication

Job description

Mechanical Design Engineer (Entry & & Associate Level) - Company: The Boeing Company. Boeing Test & Evaluation (BT&E) is looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer to support the Environmental Test Design Engineering team in Berkeley, MO.

The primary focus of this position is to support St. Louis Environmental Lab testing for local Boeing Defense & Space (BDS) programs.

The design team works in partnership with the lab test teams to provide the designs and hardware needed to complete testing. Test capabilities within the Environmental labs include vibrational/structural dynamics, acoustic, airflow systems, fuel flow systems, high temperature flow impingement, and environmental control chambers, where temperature, humidity, and pressure are varied.

Mechanical Design Engineers on the team design and modify test articles, fixtures, and support structures that integrate with our lab facilities. Design work ranges from adapters and fixtures to full test rigs and complete aircraft subsystems with their support structures.

Position Responsibilities Include:

• Develop mechanical design criteria from customer test objectives/specifications
• Design mechanical systems, components, test apparatus, and interfaces to integrate test articles with lab and facility infrastructure
• Create detailed CAD models to support design reviews and fit verification/assembly checks
• Evaluate material options and suitable fabrication approaches
• Create detailed fabrication and machine-shop drawings and associated documentation
• Integrate instrumentation and sensor hardware into mechanical designs
• Conduct analyses on test hardware including stress, modal, thermal, and fluid-dynamics assessments
• Provide on-site installation guidance and technical direction to lab personnel during hardware inspection, check-out, and test execution
• Collaborate with electrical engineers, manufacturing engineers, test engineers, and technicians

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• This position requires the ability to obtain a US Security Clearance for which the US Government requires US Citizenship.
• A final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) and/or Special Access Program (SAP) access.
• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (with a focus on Mechanical, Civil, Aerospace Aeronautical or Material Sciences).
• Experience with 3D solid modeling software applications (e.g. NX, Catia, CADD).
• Experience in mechanical systems design

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Level 2: 2 or more years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience.
• Bachelor's degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering.
• 1+ years of experience in mechanical system or fixture design.
• 1+ years of experience in test and evaluation.
• 1+ years of experience in stress analysis/structural analysis.
• Proficiency in Siemens NX.
• Experience with machine shop fabrication capabilities including conventional & CNC machining, EDM, mill/lathe, fit/finish tools & processes, and QA inspection.
• Knowledge/familiarity with additive manufacturing processes & tools.
• Understanding of structural dynamics, fluid flow, and thermodynamics theory & application.
• Active U.S. Security Clearance in the past 24 months.

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.

Conflict of Interest:

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

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 for Entry-level (Level 1): $71,400 - $96,600

Summary Pay Range for Associate level (Level 2): $85,000 - $115,000

Potential signing bonus for eligible/qualified external candidates.

Language Requirements:

Not Applicable

Education:

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent

Relocation:

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Export Control Requirement:

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.

Safety Sensitive:

This is not a Safety Sensitive Position.

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.

Contingent Upon Award Program:

This position is not contingent upon program award.

Shift:

Shift 1 (United States of America)

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.

EEO is the law Boeing EEO Policy.

Boeing Participates in E-Verify

Boeing Participates in E-Verify (English) E-Verify (Spanish).

Right to Work Statement

Right to Work Statement Right to Work (English) Right to Work (Spanish).

Boeing is committed to protecting, connecting and exploring our world and beyond, safely and sustainably. From the seabed to outer space, you can contribute to work that matters with a company where diversity, equity and inclusion are shared values. We're committed to fostering an environment that's welcoming, respectful and inclusive of every teammate, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.