Structural Analysis Engineer - Experienced/ Senior

The Boeing Company; Berkeley (MO); On-site; USD 103,700 - 140,300; Full time

Job summary

The Boeing Company in Berkeley, MO is seeking Experienced or Senior Structural Analysis Engineers to ensure structural integrity using analytical methods and finite element simulations. The position supports aircraft programs within the Air Dominance division.

Qualified candidates will have a Bachelor of Science in Engineering and significant years of experience, with responsibilities including leading design documentation and validation tests. The role requires a U.S. Security Clearance.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience for Level 3 or 9+ years for Level 4.
• Experience in structural analysis for military or commercial aircraft is preferred.
• Ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance is required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and document structural requirements to establish system design.
• Guide product design and verify structural integrity using analytical methods.
• Lead development of test plans and configurations to validate systems.

Skills

Structural analysis

Finite Element Modeling

Analytical methods

Hand calculations

Industry CAD systems

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering (Mechanical, Civil, Aerospace, or Material Sciences)

Tools

NX/Teamcenter

ABAQUS

PATRAN/NASTRAN

StressCheck

Hyperworks

Job description

Job Overview

Boeing St. Louis is building the future—creating innovative solutions that will define the next generation of aerospace. We are currently seeking Experienced or Senior Structural Analysis Engineers to verify structural integrity by using analytical methods, finite element models/simulations, and other analysis tools throughout the product lifecycle.

Location

Greater St. Louis region. Positions support current and emerging aircraft programs as part of the Air Dominance division in Boeing Defense Space and Security (BDS). Locations: Berkeley, MO; Hazelwood, MO; St. Louis, MO; St. Charles, MO; Mascoutah, IL.

Position Responsibilities

Level 3 Responsibilities

• Develop, integrate and document structural requirements to establish the system design.

• Coordinate with other engineering groups to establish the product's environment.

• Guide product design and verify structural integrity by using analytical methods, finite element models/simulations and other analysis tools throughout the product lifecycle.

• Develop test plans and configurations, support test execution and analyze/report test results to validate and verify systems and components meet requirements and specifications.

• Define and document certification and test results to substantiate for customers and regulatory agencies that requirements are satisfied.

• Support in-service products by investigating failures and analyzing improvements.

• Works under general direction.

Level 4 Responsibilities

• Lead development, integration and documentation of structural requirements to establish the system design.

• Coordinate with other engineering groups to establish the product's environment.

• Guide product design and verify structural integrity by using and developing analytical methods, finite element models/simulations and other analysis tools throughout the product lifecycle.

• Lead development of test plans and configurations, support test execution and analyze/report test results to validate and verify systems and components meet requirements and specifications.

• Define and document certification and test results to substantiate for customers and regulatory agencies that requirements are satisfied.

• Support in-service products by leading investigations into failures and analyzing improvements.

• Develop analytical processes/tools to improve effectiveness, quality and efficiency of the development effort.

• Works under minimal direction.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering with a focus on Mechanical, Civil, Aerospace Aeronautical, or Material Sciences.

• Level 3: 5 or more years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience.

• Level 4: 9 or more years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience.

• Experience performing hand calculations and using industry CAD systems (NX/Teamcenter) and FEM software (ABAQUS, PATRAN/NASTRAN, StressCheck, Hyperworks).

• This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which U.S. citizenship is a condition of employment. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post‑Start is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Boeing Analysis Tools (CAESAR, Lifeworks, Mechanica, Common Structures Workstation).

• Structural analysis experience on military or commercial aircraft.

Security Clearance

This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which U.S. citizenship is a condition of employment. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post‑Start is required.

Shift

First and second shift; variable shifts (1st, 2nd, and 3rd) may be required. Weekend, holiday, and overtime work may be expected.

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.

Applications Accepted Until

Applications will be accepted until Jun. 19, 2026.

Salary Range

• Level 3: $103,700 - $140,300

• Level 4: $126,650 - $171,350