Boeing · 6 hours ago
Structural Design Engineer
Tukwila, WA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$135K/yr - $183K/yr
3+ years expBoeing is a leader in aerospace innovation, committed to creating a collaborative and inclusive work environment. They are seeking a Senior Structural Design Engineer to lead projects in structural design and innovation for aircraft, focusing on composite materials and collaborative research initiatives.
AerospaceIndustrial
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Develop, maintain, and modify structural and interior payload system and component designs, using 3-D Computer Aided Design (CAD) tools and/or other design methods
Create and maintain fully annotated 3D part assembly definitions using Model Based Definition (MBD) practices
Hands-on working directly with fabrication and shop-floor teams to translate conceptual designs into development parts. Rapidly iterating, validating, and improving structural components to optimize manufacturability, cost, quality, and schedule
Lead projects and technical teams to develop and mature structural concepts – including composite materials and structural repair
Collaborate across global, cross-functional teams and with external partners (industry, academia, government) to capture and manage internal and external R&D programs aligned to Boeing strategy
Support both commercial and defense projects; meet export-control and security clearance requirements
Investigate emerging technologies and contribute to transition strategy onto product programs
Qualification
Required
Bachelor of Science in Engineering (Mechanical, Aerospace, Civil, or similar)
3+ years of experience with aircraft structural design
3+ years of experience using CAD Tools
Demonstrated leadership of R&D or technical teams and projects
Ability to obtain U.S. security clearance (U.S. citizenship required for clearance)
Preferred
Expertise using CATIA and Model Based Definition (MBD) for primary structure design
Track record of technical innovation (patents, publications, or transitioned technologies) and a proactive approach to investigating and maturing emerging technologies
Experience designing and qualifying composite primary and secondary structures, including laminate design, ply-drop strategies, and damage tolerance considerations
Hands‑on experience with structural repair concept development and repair validation on metallic and composite structures
Practical experience working directly with fabrication and shop-floor teams to develop, iterate, and produce prototype hardware
Experience managing IRAD/CRAD proposals and programs, including budget/schedule tracking and collaboration with external partners (industry, academia, government)
Active U.S. security clearance preferred
Benefits
Health insurance
Flexible spending accounts
Health savings accounts
Retirement savings plans
Life and disability insurance programs
Programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work
Company
Boeing
Boeing offers commercial, defense airplanes, space, security systems, and global services.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
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CEO and Executive Communications
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