Structural Analysis Engineer (Mid-Level or Senior) (Structural Analysis)

The Customer Support Operations Center within Boeing Commercial Aircraft is seeking a skilled and detail-orientated Structural Analysis Engineer (Mid-Level or Senior) to join our 24/7/365 team in Seal Beach, CA. We are a team that supports all in-service Boeing commercial airplane models. These models include programs such as the MD-10, MD-11, 737, 747, 757, 767, 777, and the 787. Team members have the opportunity to work on a variety of problems across different models and sections of the airplane.

This position requires flexibility in work hours, but generally the work shifts adhere to a 7 days on and 7 days off schedule. Typically work days start at 12 AM and end at 12 PM or start at 12 PM and end at 12 AM. 

The Boeing Commercial Airplanes Customer Support Operations Center is looking for a collaborative Structural Analysis Engineer who wants exposure to a variety of airplanes and issues. This individual will work with the structures team within the operations center to quickly address repairs for in-service aircraft and will have the opportunity to collaborate with other structures teams within Customer Support. A successful candidate will have the capability to develop repairs, communicate with multiple teams within and outside Boeing, provide mentorship to other engineers, and lead process improvements to provide high quality customer support.

Position Responsibilities

• Develops structural repairs on all Boeing and MD series models

• Develops static and fatigue analyses for primary and secondary structures

• Collaborates with customers via verbal and written communications

• Communicates with Boeing and customer executive leadership

• Performs review of customer requests and determine the best avenue for resolution

• Provide repair solutions and approval forms to customers

• Collaborates with multiple Boeing teams to develop repair solutions

• Reviews outgoing customer messages to ensure content and quality

• Initiates proactive repair solutions across the Boeing fleet

• Analyzes and develops substantiation packages for repairs and/or fly-on limits

• Researches technical, operational, and quality issues that cannot be resolved by the customer

• Assesses incoming customer communications to resolve potential fleet safety issues

• Helps customers keep their aircraft flying safely by addressing urgent “Aircraft On Ground” (AOG) issues

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/ Experience):

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (with a focus on Mechanical, Civil, Aerospace Aeronautical or Material Sciences)

• 5+ years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience

• 3+ years experience with airplane structural analysis (static/fatigue)

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• 9+ years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience

• 3+ years experience working with composite and/or metallic structures

• 3+ years of aircraft design and/or repair experience

• Effective communication skills, both verbal and writing

• Experience with Boeing aircraft data

• Experience with CSW, IAS, and other BCA tools

• Experience working with and supporting customers (e.g. Airlines, Operators, Lessors)

• Prior experience with AOG resolution

• Leading structural analysis teams

• Damage Tolerance analysis

Typical Education/Experience:

Mid-Level

Bachelor's degree and typically 5 or more years' experience in an engineering classification or a Master's degree with typically 3 or more years' experience in an engineering classification or a PhD degree with experience in an engineering classification. Bachelor, Master or Doctorate of Science degree from an accredited course of study, in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry. ABET is the preferred accreditation standard, although not required.

Why Boeing

• Opportunity to contribute to high‑visibility aircraft certification activities and to collaborate with engineering teams across major Boeing sites.

• Work in a dynamic environment where continuous improvement and cross‑discipline coordination are valued.

Conflict of Interest:

Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.

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.

Total Rewards & Pay Transparency:

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 Mid-Level (Level 3): $117,900 - $144,100

Summary pay range Senior (Level 4): $143,100 - $174,900