Structural Design Engineer (Lead and Senior Level)

The Boeing Company; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 105,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking experienced Structural Design Engineers to join their Air Vehicle Engineering team in Oklahoma City. The role involves developing and documenting structural designs for advanced bomber aircraft, utilizing cutting-edge 3D CAD tools. Candidates will lead design efforts, manage supplier interactions, and innovate future product concepts. This position is ideal for those passionate about aerospace engineering and looking to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment. With opportunities for relocation and a comprehensive benefits package, this role offers a chance to thrive in a collaborative and forward-thinking workplace.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Retirement Savings Plans

Life and Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

Relocation Assistance

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in mechanical and/or structural design.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and document structural and interior payload system requirements.
• Lead performance and integration tests to validate systems.

Skills

Mechanical Design

Structural Design

3D CAD Software

Engineering Drawings Interpretation

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Tools

CATIA V5

SolidWorks

Siemens NX

Job description

Job Description

The Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) organization is seeking a broad range of experience levels to include Lead (Level 4) and Senior (Level 5) Structural Design Engineers to join the Air Vehicle Engineering team located in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

A successful member of this team will understand and execute modifications and upgrades for the Bombers (B-1 and/or B-52) programs.

Position Responsibilities (Level 4):

• Develops, integrates and documents structural and interior payload system requirements to establish the system design.
• Develops, maintains and modifies structural and interior payload system and component designs, using 3-D Computer Aided Design tools and/or other design methods, to provide product definition to other engineering groups, production operations, suppliers and external customers throughout the product lifecycle.
• Leads performance, integration and analysis of tests to validate and verify systems and components meet requirements and specifications.
• Manages supplier development, test and production activities and coordinates with the supplier to optimize the design and achieve program goals.
• Assists with investigation of emerging technologies to develop concepts for future product designs to meet projected requirements.
• Works under minimal direction.

Position Responsibilities (Level 5):

• Provides oversight and direction to develop, integrate and document structural and interior payload system requirements to establish the system design.
• Leads development, maintenance and modification of structural and interior payload system and component designs, using 3-D Computer Aided Design tools and/or other design methods, to provide product definition to other engineering groups, production operations, suppliers and external customers throughout the product lifecycle.
• Leads performance, integration and analysis of tests to validate and verify systems and components meet requirements and specifications.
• Manages supplier development, test and production activities and coordinates with the supplier to optimize the design and achieve program goals.
• Develops new design/analysis processes and tools to improve the effectiveness, quality and efficiency of the development effort.
• Investigates emerging technologies to develop concepts for future product designs to meet projected requirements.
• Works under consultative direction.

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

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.

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
• 10+ years of experience in mechanical and/or structural design
• 10+ years of experience creating, executing, reviewing, and managing structural design models
• 10+ years of experience working conceptual, preliminary and detailed design including 2D drawings and 3D deliverables
• 10+ years of experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings and specifications
• 10+ years of experience in CAD/CAM software (CATIA V5, SolidWorks, Siemens NX)

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• 14 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Active U.S. Secret Clearance
• Experience validating or verifying structural models
• Strong written, verbal communications and presentation skills
• Experience with structural design principles for aircraft primary structures, secondary structures, interior payloads
• Experience with analytical, communication and problem-solving skills

Relocation: This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

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.

Shift Work Statement: This position is for 1st shift.

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.

Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary pay range: Lead (Level 4): $105,400 – 142,600

Summary pay range: Senior (Level 5): $124,950 - 169,050

If you have an engineering degree from an ABET accredited college and are not currently working in the aerospace sector in Oklahoma, you may qualify for a $5000 tax credit from the state of Oklahoma for up to five years. Click here for more information on the tax credit.

Applications for this position will be accepted until Apr. 21, 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.

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.