Mechanical Design & Analysis Engineer (Associate, Mid-Level)

Job Description

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The Boeing Company Integrated Vehicle Systems team is looking to hire a Mechanical Design & Analysis Engineer to join the Advanced Aeromechanical Control Effector Systems (AACES) Lab team in St Louis, MO.

Our teams are currently hiring for a broad range of experience levels including: Associate, and Mid-Level Mechanical Design & Analysis Engineers.

Our teams are currently hiring for a broad range of experience levels including: Associate, Experienced and Senior Level Software Engineers. (add levels)

The selected mechanical systems design & analysis engineer will support the development and demonstration of advanced actuators and adaptive structures for flight control, aerodynamic reconfigurability, actuated wind tunnel models, non-pyrotechnic release mechanisms, utility actuation and space thermal control systems. These novel actuation and adaptive structure systems highly leverage smart materials including shape memory alloys. The selected candidate will regularly perform and support requirement-based engineering design cycles to design, fabricate and assemble mechanical and actuation systems for prototype bench, wind-tunnel and flight test demonstrations Most of this work will be performed in the AACES laboratory and therefore requires experience working in laboratory environments. Experience in rapid prototyping and the ability to plan and run experiments, acquire data and write reports are essential for this position.

Position Responsibilities:

• Perform and support requirement-based engineering design cycles to design, fabricate and assemble mechanical and actuation systems for prototype bench, wind-tunnel and flight test demonstrations
• Laboratory operations including safety, maintenance, planning and running experiments, acquiring data and writing reports.
• Coordinating with machine shops, other test labs and suppliers for fabrication and procurement of parts.
• Assist in supporting proposal preparation and new business development efforts.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (with a focus on Mechanical, Civil, Aerospace Aeronautical or Material Sciences)
• 2+ years of experience in Electrical, Aerospace, Industrial, and/or Mechanical Engineering experience do you have
• 2+ years of experience in a laboratory environment and/or electronic test and troubleshooting
• 2+ years of experience do you have with MATLAB and LabVIEW
• 2+ years of experience working knowledge of Catia V5 or equivalent CAD/CAM software

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Master's, or Doctorate of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, i.e., Mechanical, Electrical or Aerospace engineering with research experience
• 2+ years of experience with smart materials, adaptive structures, aerodynamic testing, mechanical testing and/or material characterization is highly desirable, but not required
• 2+ experience in actuation, data acquisition and controls engineering
• General knowledge of other closely related cross functional engineer disciplines, including, controls, software and electrical engineering.
• Familiarity with data acquisition and control hardware including National Instruments, Microcontrollers and Raspberry Pi like devices.
• Ability to develop and maintain relationships and partnerships with customers, stakeholders, peers, partners and leaders

Travel:

Position may require travel up to 10% of the time.

Drug Free Workplace:

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace (DFW) 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 for Associate Level (Level 2): $85,000 - $115,000

Summary Pay Range for Mid-Level (Level 3): $103,700 - $140, 300

Applications for this position will be accepted until Jul. 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. 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.