Experienced/Lead Flight Loads Engineer

Company: Boeing
Location: Saint Louis
Posted on: December 31, 2025

Job Description:

Job Description At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We're committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that's welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us. The Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) organization is seeking an Experienced/Lead Loads and Dynamics Engineer to support fixed-wing aircraft programs within the Air Dominance division located in Berkeley, MO. This requisition is for an experienced or lead engineer on the flight loads skill team supporting Air Dominance programs in St. Louis, MO. This position requires strong analytical problem-solving skills and working knowledge in aircraft maneuver loads as well as familiarity with aerodynamics, flight dynamics, aircraft stability and control, and aeroelasticity. The ability to effectively communicate with teammates, internal suppliers, and customers is also required. Position Responsibilities Develop air vehicle requirements for external loads Create vehicle-level models for loads and dynamics analysis Perform analysis to support air vehicle design and integration Develop or improve existing tools and processes to meet objectives Plan and execute ground and flight tests for loads validation and verification Check and interpret analysis and test data for quality and compliance with objectives Support ground and flight testing by performing pre-test analysis, real-time monitoring of test conditions, post-processing of test data, and documentation of test results Perform model correlation based on ground and/or flight test results Define safe operating limits for aircraft based on loads analysis Proactively inform stakeholders of engineering issues impacting the program Provide sound engineering judgement and reasoning to guide program decision making Produce data and documentation to verify structural design requirements and ensure company, customer and regulatory requirements are met Present engineering artifacts to management and customers during program level reviews and other technical meetings Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience): Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Technology), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement 5 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience Ability to Obtain U.S. secret clearance Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience): Active U.S. Secret Security Clearance or higher Level 4: 9 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience 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. 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. The Boeing 401(k) helps you save for your future, with contributions from Boeing that can help you grow your retirement savings. Our best-in-class retirement benefit features: Best in class 401(k) plan: we'll match your contributions dollar for dollar, up to 10% of eligible pay with Immediate 100% vesting Student Loan Match : The Boeing 401(k) Student Loan Match allows eligible enrolled U.S. employees to have their qualified student loan debt payments counted, along with any match-eligible contributions they make, for purposes of determining the Company Match to employees' Boeing 401(k) accounts. Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. Summary pay range : Level 3: $95,200 - $128,000 Level 4: $115,600 - $156,400 Applications for this position will be accepted until Jan. 06, 2026 Export Control Requirements: This is not an Export Control position. 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. Top 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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