Structural Analysis Engineer (Mid-level or Senior)

The Boeing Company; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 104,000 - 171,000; Full time

Job summary

The Boeing Company is seeking a Structural Analysis Engineer (Mid-level or Senior) in Mesa, AZ. The role focuses on ensuring structural integrity across aircraft systems, supporting AH-64/AH-6 helicopter programs and a broad product portfolio.

You will work with a multidisciplinary team to deliver analyses, reports and certification documentation for customers and regulators. Ideal candidates have 5+ years in stress/structural analysis, fatigue/damage tolerance experience, and proficiency with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Aerospace, Civil, Materials)
• 5+ years of stress/structural analysis experience
• Experience with Fatigue and Damage Tolerance Analysis

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed structural analysis to determine integrity using Boeing tools and classical techniques.
• Coordinate with other engineering groups to establish the product’s environment.
• Guide product design and verify structural integrity using analytical methods and FEM.
• Develop test plans, configurations and analyze test results to validate requirements.
• Document certification and test results for customers and regulatory agencies.

Skills

Stress Analysis

Fatigue Analysis

Structural Analysis

CAD Software

FEM Software

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Tools

CATIA

NX

SolidWorks

Patran/Nastran

ABAQUS

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.

The Boeing Defense, Space and Security division is seeking an Structural Analysis Engineer (Mid-level or Senior) in Mesa, AZ.

The Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) Vertical Lift division has an opportunity in the Platform Structures organization and is seeking Structural Analysis Engineers to support the AH-64 and AH-6 helicopters as well as new development programs. Along with these programs we support a large portfolio of products including Commercial Aircraft, Fixed Wing Fighters, Satellites, Space Exploration Crew Station, and many others.

Boeing Structural Analysts use their enthusiasm, curiosity and creativity to solve challenging problems that connect with the daily work goals of the project, program, business units, and the enterprise. As an Experienced Structural Analyst, you will solve these difficult problems and work with a multi‑disciplinary team under general direction, ensuring structural integrity of the product through a variety of analysis methods and tools, and documenting and presenting the analysis results for customer and regulatory approval.Boeing Mesa Structural Analysis engineers can work on a wide array of different systems including analysis of airframe, rotating components, rotor blades, drive systems, flight controls and tooling required to support aircraft design and build, special research and development projects and more.

Position Responsibilities

• Performing detailed structural analysis to determine structural integrity, using classical techniques and Boeing tools. This analysis can support production, responses to customer inquiries, failure investigation, regulatory agency coordination and show compliance to regulatory requirements.
• 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 to develop the structural environment, characteristics and performance
• Develop test plans and configurations, supports test execution and analyzes/reports 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 Support of production activities
• Ensuring structural integrity and airworthiness of operational products used by our customers around the world
• Excellent verbal/written communication and presentation skills.

• Work under general direction
• May be asked to support other programs as needed

This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. A final U.S. Secret Clearance post‑start may be required.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (with a focus on Mechanical, Civil, Aerospace Aeronautical or Material Sciences)
• 5+ years of experience working with stress analysis/structural analysis.

• Experience working with Fatigue and Damage Tolerance Analysis

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• Degree from an ABET accredited school in Mechanical, Aerospace, Civilor Structural Engineering field.
• Experience in aircraft and/or static structures stress analysis

• Experience using CAD Software (CATIA, NX, Solidworks, etc.)
• Experience with FEM Software (Patran / Nastran, ABAQUS, etc.)
• Strong experience with various communication Software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Experience with Boeinganalysis toolsCommon Structures Workstation, etc.

Typical Education & Experience

Level 3: Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), computer science, engineering data science, mathematics, physics or chemistry (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 5 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience or non-US equivalent qualifications. In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.

Level 4: Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), computer science, engineering data science, mathematics, physics or chemistry (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 9 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience or non-US equivalent qualifications. In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.

Shift

This position is for 1st shift.

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.

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.

Typical Summary pay range

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

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

Applications for this position will be accepted until Oct. 19, 2026

Export Control Requirements

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.

Export Control Details

US based job, US Person required

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Required

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this 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.

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.