Structural Design Engineer (Experienced and Senior)

Job description

**Job Description**

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The Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) organization is seeking an **Experienced and Senior Structural Design Engineer (Level 3 and Level 4)** to join the Air Vehicle Engineering team located in **Oklahoma City, Oklahoma** .

**Position Responsibilities:(Level 3)**

+ 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
+ Performs, integrates analytical and test results 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 general direction

**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.

**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 in Engineering (with a focus on Mechanical, Civil, Aerospace Aeronautical or Material Sciences)5+ years of experience in mechanical and/or structural design
+ 5+ years of experience creating, executing, reviewing, and managing structural design models
+ 5+ years of experience working conceptual, preliminary and detailed design including 2D drawings and 3D deliverables
+ 5+ years of experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings and specifications
+ 5+ years of experience in CAD/CAM software (CATIA V5, SolidWorks, Siemens NX)

**Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):**

+ 9 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

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.

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 - Level 3: $84,150 – 113,850

Summary Pay Range - Level 4: $105,400 – 142,600

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 (https://www.taxformfinder.org/oklahoma/form-564) for more information on the tax credit.

Applications for this position will be accepted until **Oct.

26, 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.

**Export Control Details:** US based job, US Person required

**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.
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.

Required Skill Profession

Other General