Structural Analysis Engineer (Lead and Senior)
The Boeing Company, Oklahoma City, OK, United States
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.
Structural Analysis Engineer Lead and Senior (Level 4 and Level 5)
Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) Mobility, Surveillance and Bombers (MS&B) organization is seeking an Structural Analysis Engineer Lead and Senior (Level 4 and Level 5) 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 Executive Transport, Airborne Warning and Control Systems (AWACS), Bombers (B-1 and/or B-52), and/or Airborne Early warning and Control (AEW&C) programs.
Position Responsibilities: (Level 4)
Leads development, integration and documentation of structural requirements to establish the system design.
Coordinates with other engineering groups to establish the product's environment.
Guides product design and verifies structural integrity by using and developing analytical methods, finite element models/simulations and other analysis tools throughout the product lifecycle to develop the structural environment, characteristics and performance.
Leads development of test plans and configurations, supports test execution and analyzes/reports test results to validate and verify systems and components meet requirements and specifications.
Defines and documents certification and test results to substantiate for customers and regulatory agencies that requirements are satisfied.
Supports in-service products by leading investigations into failures and analyzing improvements.
Develops analytical processes/tools to improve effectiveness, quality and efficiency of the development effort.
Works under minimal direction.
Position Responsibilities: (Level 5)
Plans and organizes structural analysis work at the program level to assure total compliance with structural integrity and stability requirements.
Develops, integrates and documents complex or unique structural requirements to establish the system design.
Coordinates with other engineering groups to establish the product's environment.
Mentors, trains, and teaches younger analysts on stress methodologies
Is considered a subject matter expert, and has deep comprehension of industry methods in structural analysts
Verifies structural integrity by defining requirements for development of analytical methods, finite element models/simulations and other analysis tools to develop the airframe structural environment, characteristics, and performance of the product
Develops and uses Finite Element Models
Understands proper application of loads in FEMs
Understands industry best practices in airframe primary structure and loadpaths
Guides product design and verifies structural integrity by defining requirements for development of analytical methods, finite element models/simulations and other analysis tools to develop the structural environment, characteristics and performance of the product.
Works with customers and regulatory agencies to define certification processes that will ensure requirements are met.
Develops analytical processes/tools to improve effectiveness, quality and efficiency of the analysis and repair efforts
Ensures compliance with methodology and processes for stress analysis, DaDT analysis, and finite element modelling in the accomplishment of work
Reviews and approves certification results.
Develops test plans and configurations, supports test execution and analyzes/reports test results to validate and verify systems and components meet requirements and specifications.
Defines and organizes test programs to substantiate for customers and regulatory agencies that requirements are satisfied.
Develops analytical processes/tools to improve effectiveness, quality and efficiency of the development effort.
Investigates emerging technologies to develop future product designs to meet projected requirements.
Works under consultative direction.
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)
Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (with a focus on Mechanical, Civil, Aerospace Aeronautical or Material Sciences)
Experience with Classical Hand Analysis Methods
Experience with Finite Element Models (FEM)
Able to independently construct, execute, review, and manage structural finite element models
10 or more years of experience in structural analysis
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)
15 or more years’ related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Active U.S. Secret Clearance
Experience with Hypermesh, Abaqus CAE, and/or Nastran
Experience validating or verifying finite element model results
Experience with FAA and/or Mil Certification
Strong written, verbal communications and presentation skills
Experience with structural design principles for aircraft primary structures (e.g., fatigue, damage tolerance, corrosion, stress analysis, statics, materials strength, material characteristics, and repair techniques)
Experience with Aircraft Primary Structures on Boeing Commercial Derivatives – Commercial and/or Military applications (737, 747, 757, 767 & 777)
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
Export Control Requirements
This is not an Export Control 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.
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 for this position will be accepted until
May. 11, 2026
Summary pay range:
Level 4: $118,150 – 159,850
Level 5: $143,650 – 194,350
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.
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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.
Structural Analysis Engineer Lead and Senior (Level 4 and Level 5)
Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) Mobility, Surveillance and Bombers (MS&B) organization is seeking an Structural Analysis Engineer Lead and Senior (Level 4 and Level 5) 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 Executive Transport, Airborne Warning and Control Systems (AWACS), Bombers (B-1 and/or B-52), and/or Airborne Early warning and Control (AEW&C) programs.
Position Responsibilities: (Level 4)
Leads development, integration and documentation of structural requirements to establish the system design.
Coordinates with other engineering groups to establish the product's environment.
Guides product design and verifies structural integrity by using and developing analytical methods, finite element models/simulations and other analysis tools throughout the product lifecycle to develop the structural environment, characteristics and performance.
Leads development of test plans and configurations, supports test execution and analyzes/reports test results to validate and verify systems and components meet requirements and specifications.
Defines and documents certification and test results to substantiate for customers and regulatory agencies that requirements are satisfied.
Supports in-service products by leading investigations into failures and analyzing improvements.
Develops analytical processes/tools to improve effectiveness, quality and efficiency of the development effort.
Works under minimal direction.
Position Responsibilities: (Level 5)
Plans and organizes structural analysis work at the program level to assure total compliance with structural integrity and stability requirements.
Develops, integrates and documents complex or unique structural requirements to establish the system design.
Coordinates with other engineering groups to establish the product's environment.
Mentors, trains, and teaches younger analysts on stress methodologies
Is considered a subject matter expert, and has deep comprehension of industry methods in structural analysts
Verifies structural integrity by defining requirements for development of analytical methods, finite element models/simulations and other analysis tools to develop the airframe structural environment, characteristics, and performance of the product
Develops and uses Finite Element Models
Understands proper application of loads in FEMs
Understands industry best practices in airframe primary structure and loadpaths
Guides product design and verifies structural integrity by defining requirements for development of analytical methods, finite element models/simulations and other analysis tools to develop the structural environment, characteristics and performance of the product.
Works with customers and regulatory agencies to define certification processes that will ensure requirements are met.
Develops analytical processes/tools to improve effectiveness, quality and efficiency of the analysis and repair efforts
Ensures compliance with methodology and processes for stress analysis, DaDT analysis, and finite element modelling in the accomplishment of work
Reviews and approves certification results.
Develops test plans and configurations, supports test execution and analyzes/reports test results to validate and verify systems and components meet requirements and specifications.
Defines and organizes test programs to substantiate for customers and regulatory agencies that requirements are satisfied.
Develops analytical processes/tools to improve effectiveness, quality and efficiency of the development effort.
Investigates emerging technologies to develop future product designs to meet projected requirements.
Works under consultative direction.
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)
Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (with a focus on Mechanical, Civil, Aerospace Aeronautical or Material Sciences)
Experience with Classical Hand Analysis Methods
Experience with Finite Element Models (FEM)
Able to independently construct, execute, review, and manage structural finite element models
10 or more years of experience in structural analysis
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)
15 or more years’ related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Active U.S. Secret Clearance
Experience with Hypermesh, Abaqus CAE, and/or Nastran
Experience validating or verifying finite element model results
Experience with FAA and/or Mil Certification
Strong written, verbal communications and presentation skills
Experience with structural design principles for aircraft primary structures (e.g., fatigue, damage tolerance, corrosion, stress analysis, statics, materials strength, material characteristics, and repair techniques)
Experience with Aircraft Primary Structures on Boeing Commercial Derivatives – Commercial and/or Military applications (737, 747, 757, 767 & 777)
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
Export Control Requirements
This is not an Export Control 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.
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 for this position will be accepted until
May. 11, 2026
Summary pay range:
Level 4: $118,150 – 159,850
Level 5: $143,650 – 194,350
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.
#J-18808-Ljbffr