Principal Airframe Structural Integrity Architect

Boeing; Berkeley (MO); On-site; USD 189,000 - 255,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Drug Free Workplace

Job summary

The Boeing Company in Hazelwood, MO, seeks a Principal Airframe Structural Integrity Architect to own structural analysis, simulation, and test activities for a next‑gen airframe program. You will lead multi-disciplinary teams, drive Model‑Based design, and ensure airworthiness throughout the life cycle.

You will collaborate across Boeing and external customers, apply advanced analysis methods, and report to the Structures IPT Senior Manager. US citizenship and security clearances apply.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (Aerospace, Mechanical, or Civil).
• 20+ years' related work experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong understanding of Airworthiness Certification processes and MIL-STD requirements.
• Expertise in structural analysis techniques for composite and metallic airframes with FEA.

Responsibilities

• Plan and organize structural analysis work statements at airframe level.
• Guide other structural analysis engineers to ensure alignment across teams.
• Serve as the POC for external customers and internal stakeholders on structural plans.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to apply digital design and verification practices.
• Contribute to development of processes and tools for the program and enterprise.

Skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Tools

Siemens NX

Teamcenter

Altair HyperWorks

Optistruct / HyperX

Job description

Principal Airframe Structural Integrity Architect

Company:

The Boeing Company

Overview

Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) has an exciting opportunity for a Principal Airframe Structural Integrity Architect to join our team in Hazelwood, MO.

The engineer in this role will own the planning and implementation of the structural analysis, simulation, and building block test activities on a BDS Air Dominance proprietary air vehicle program in accordance with customer requirements and Boeing criteria. In collaboration with program teammates, colleagues from across the Boeing enterprise, and external customers the architect will have the opportunity to insert digital design and analysis advancements into the traditional structural airworthiness practices to ensure a robust and efficient process that leads to the successful verification and validation of a next generation airframe. The architect will be part of the technical leadership of the Structures IPT which is responsible for the structural definition, integration, and analysis of the air vehicle – including loads and dynamics and fatigue and fracture. This position will report directly to the Structures IPT Senior Manager.

Position Responsibilities

• Plan and organize the structural analysis work statement at the airframe level such that it complies with and delivers the artifacts necessary to support all structural integrity requirements pertaining to the airframe.
• Provide guidance and direction to other structural analysis Subject Matter Experts and Technical Lead Engineers to ensure alignment across multiple teams and sites with regard to structural analysis criteria, methods, and practices.
• Operate as the POC for both external customers and internal stakeholders that require technical information regarding the structural integrity plans and deliverables associated with the development, build, and testing of the airframe.
• Partner with a multi-disciplinary, cross-functional team of engineers to apply Model-Based Systems Engineering best practices related to digital design, analysis, and verification & validation efforts related to the airframe.
• Contribute to the development of people, tools, and processes that advance the capabilities of the program, BDS Air Dominance, and the Boeing enterprise in the domain of air vehicle structural integrity.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (with a focus on Aerospace, Mechanical, or Civil).
• 20 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience.
• Strong understanding of Airworthiness Certification processes (i.e. MIL-STD-516) and Aircraft Structural Integrity Program requirements (i.e. MIL-STD-1530).
• Demonstrated expertise in the domains of fundamental structural analysis techniques of composite and metallic airframe components, vehicle and detail level Finite Element Analysis and simulation, and durability and damage tolerance principles.
• Prior exposure to structural test planning, execution, support, and data reduction.
• Strong time management, organizational, and communication skills including the ability to brief complicated technical subjects to stakeholders and customers.
• Proven ability to lead technical teams to consensus on complex engineering issues.
• This position requires the ability to obtain a US Secret Security Clearance for which the US Government requires US Citizenship as a condition of employment. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.
• This position requires the ability to obtain Special Program Access, for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship only.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• Proficiency with Siemens NX and Teamcenter and Altair HyperWorks.
• Experience supporting maturation of airframe layouts and architecture using structural optimization tools such as Optistruct and/or HyperX.
• Familiarity with the development of air vehicle external and internal loads and air vehicle master event spectrums.

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

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.

Retirement Benefits

Best in class 401(k) plan: we'll match your contributions dollar for dollar, up to 10% of eligible pay with Immediate 100% vesting

• Student Loan Match: The Boeing 401(k) Student Loan Match allows eligible enrolled U.S. employees to have their qualified student loan debt payments counted, along with any match-eligible contributions they make, for purposes of determining the Company Match to employees' Boeing 401(k) accounts.

Pay Information

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

Summary pay range: $188,700 - $255,300

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. Top 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.

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