MS&B Chief Structures Engineer – Level 6 (Chief)

Job Description

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The Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) organization is seeking a Chief Structures Engineer (Level 6) to join the MS&B Engineering team located in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

This position will support the Military Commercial Derivative Aircraft Programs (VC-25, E-4B, C-32/C-40, International Head of State Programs, P-8, KC-46, E-3 & E-7) and Bombers Programs (B-1, B-52 & B-2) This position requires extensive knowledge in Static, Fatigue/Durability, Damage Tolerance analysis and experience with Military Airworthiness & FAA Certification. The successful candidate will be responsible for technical decision making and structures execution oversight across MS&B. The individual will directly interface with executive leadership team including program, functional LT and customers. In addition, this candidate will serve in an integration role and will be responsible for guiding the MS&B structures methods, tools and talent development strategy.

Position Responsibilities:

• 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
• Serves as a consultant to top management in long-range company planning for new or projected areas of technological research and advancement.
• Recognized as an expert in the industry.
• 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 (FEM)
• 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 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 structural integrity and compliance 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.

The selected candidate will be required to work 100% onsite in Oklahoma City.

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 from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science
• Experience with loadpaths and freebody analysis representation of loading
• Experience presenting technical topics to leadership or a customer
• 20 or more years of experience in structural analysis
• 10 or more years of experience as Lead Engineer
• 5 or more years of experience as Subject Matter Expert (SME)
• 5 or more years of experience in Static, Durability and Damage Tolerance analysis
• 5 or more years developing or working with Finite Element & Loads Models
• 5 or more years of experience in Military Certification and FAA Certification
• Able to independently construct, execute, review, and manage structural finite element models

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Active U.S. Secret Clearance
• Experience with Hypermesh, Patran, FEMAP, Abaqus CAE, and/or Nastran
• Experience with non-linear behavior of materials such as plasticity, damage progression, and crack growth
• Experience validating, calibrating, or correlating finite element model results with test
• 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 DOD aircraft structures
• Experience in metallic and composite structures
• 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

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: 154,700 – 209,300

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.

Applications for this position will be accepted until Sept. 20, 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.

Experience Level
Individual Contributor
Contingent Upon Program Award
No, this position is not contingent upon program award

Schedule
Full time

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.