Structural Analysis Engineer (Lead and Senior)

by Boeing

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Date Posted

August 16, 2026

Employment Type

Full Time

Description

Overview

Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) Mobility, Surveillance and Bombers (MS&B) organization is seeking a 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.

Responsibilities

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 analysis.
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 load paths.
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 modeling 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.
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).

Additional Information

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.

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.

Compensation

Summary pay range:

Level 4: $118,150 – 159,850
Level 5: $143,650 – 194,350

Language Requirements

Not Applicable

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent

Export Control Requirement

This is not an Export Control position.

Safety Sensitive

This is not a Safety Sensitive Position.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Contingent Upon Award Program

This position is not contingent upon program award.

Shift

Shift 1 (United States of America)

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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.