Senior Structural Analysis Engineer
Hazelwood, MO, 63042, USA
- Engineering
- Full-time
- structural analysis
- finite element analysis
- aerospace engineering
The Senior Structural Analysis Engineer at Boeing supports the structural integrity and modifications of military aircraft, focusing on F/A-18 and other platforms through advanced finite element analysis and stress testing. This role involves leading technical efforts, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring design compliance with aerospace standards. The position requires extensive experience in structural analysis, leadership, and the ability to manage supplier and customer interactions while adhering to export control and security clearance requirements.
Job Description
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The BGS F/A-18 Structural Analysis team is responsible for supporting new source stand up, modifications, repairs and spares production support of the F/A-18 Legacy Hornet and Super Hornet, as well as ensuring the structural integrity of the components. Other platforms supported within our team are F-15, T-45 and AV-8B.
The selected candidate must be able to work in a fast-paced, work environment. Team members will work with cross-functional teams including representatives from Design Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Liaison Engineering, Technical Integration, Supplier Management, Production Operations, and Program Management. The candidate must be able to provide technical direction to teammates on structural analysis and effectively communicate with cross-functional team members.
Position Responsibilities:
Conduct stress analyses of aircraft primary structures using well defined analysis tools
Verification of structural integrity by using analytical methods, finite element models/simulations and other analysis tools to develop and maintain the structural environment, characteristics and performance.
Supports in-service products by investigating failures and analyzing improvements
Development of test plans and configurations, support test execution and analyses/reports to validate systems and components meet requirements and specifications.
Support Configuration Control Board and Engineering Review Board as a Strength Engineering Lead
Provide leadership and technical oversight to other Structural Analysis Engineers.
Support on-going supplier and customer activities providing real-time support.
Works under minimal direction.
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):
Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (with a focus on Mechanical, Civil, Aerospace Aeronautical or Material Sciences)
10+ years’ experience with building finite element models. Including Fasteners (CELAS, CBUSH, Rutman, etc), Bonded joints, bonded structure that includes honeycomb core, laminate composite details and assemblies, and details FEMs using P-element (Stress Check, Mechanica) solvers.
15+ years’ experience in structural analysis.
Knowledge of structural design principles for aircraft primary structure (e.g., fatigue, damage tolerance, corrosion, stress analysis, statics, materials strength, material characteristics, and repair techniques).
Experience analyzing fastened, and bonded joints with metallic and composite details.
Record of designing and sizing repairs for primary flight structures.
Skilled at comprehensive detail documentation and clear communication of complex technical details.
Experience in role that required leadership in structural analysis.
Experience providing detailed engineering work and schedule estimates for complex projects.
Ability and willingness to travel 20% of the time domestically and internationally.
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
Experience in post-production systems with emphasis in military aircraft sustainment, repairs, and modification programs.
Active U.S. Secret Clearance
F/A-18 experience
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.
Pay & Benefits:
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.
Summary Pay Range (Level 5): $149,600- $202,400
Applications for this position will be accepted until Jan. 05, 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
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.
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