C-17 Mid-Level Structural Design Engineer
Boeing
2 - 5 years
California
Posted: 18/04/2026
Job Description
Company:
The Boeing CompanyThe Boeing Global Services (BGS) is seeking a motivated self-starting C-17 Mid-Level Structural Design Engineer to join the C-17 Program Engineering Team located in Long Beach, California.
This position is a "hands on" position with the depot, requiring aircraft-maintenance oriented thinking. Work in a shop environment in and around the aircraft will be required to work closely with the mechanics. This includes having a safety-minded mindset and being comfortable with PPE and potentially dirty/hot/confined work areas.
A well-qualified candidate will be comfortable interfacing with both Depot Engineering and Depot Operations to provide practical, timely responses. Prior military or civilian aircraft maintenance experience highly desired.
Position Responsibilities:
- Provide on-site design assistance to Boeing San Antonio depot, and customer bases as required.
- Interface with Company and Customer representatives
- Work closely with senior engineers in San Antonio, TX, and Long Beach, CA
- Provide context and requirement interpretation for all C-17 Fuselage, Wing, and Empennage Structure
- Provide guidance for design of repairs and modifications of metallic and composite aircraft structures
- Participate in design change development, release, and implementation
- Provide assistance to team members in use of C-17 NX/Teamcenter tools
- Provide assistance to team members for C-17 Product Data requirements
- Perform Root Cause and Corrective Action analysis for customer Discrepancy Reports
- Support C-17 Aircraft Structural Integrity Program (ASIP) reporting and documentation requirements
- Develops, integrates and documents structural and interior payload system requirements to establish the system design
- Develops, maintains and modifies structural and interior payload system and component designs, using 3-D Computer Aided Design tools and/or other design methods, to provide product definition to other engineering groups, production operations, suppliers and external customers throughout the product lifecycle
- Performs, integrates analytical and test results to validate and verify systems and components meet requirements and specifications
- Manages supplier development, test and production activities and coordinates with the supplier to optimize the design and achieve program goals
- Develops new design/analysis processes and tools to improve the effectiveness, quality and efficiency of the development effort
- Investigates emerging technologies to develop concepts for future product designs to meet projected requirements
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):
- Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (with a focus on Mechanical, Civil, Aerospace Aeronautical or Material Sciences)
- 5+ years' experience in any of the following areas: aerospace structural repair, aerospace structural design, aerospace structural analysis, aerospace materials and fastener systems, aerospace manufacturing, or airworthiness and certification criteria
- 5+ years’ experience with Computer Aided Design and Product Lifecycle Management tools such as Siemens NX, Teamcenter
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
- Active Security Clearance
- Experience in Liaison Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering
- Experience with McDonnell Douglas Corporation commercial or military aircraft products
- Experience in aerospace corrosion prevention practices
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Strong presentation skills
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.
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: $111,350 - $150,650
Language Requirements:
Not ApplicableEducation:
Bachelor's Degree or EquivalentRelocation:
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.Export Control Requirement:
This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.Safety Sensitive:
This is not a Safety Sensitive Position.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.Contingent Upon Award Program
This position is not contingent upon program awardShift:
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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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About Company
Boeing is one of the world's leading aerospace companies and the largest manufacturer of commercial jetliners, defense, space, and security systems. Headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, USA, Boeing was founded in 1916 and has been at the forefront of aviation innovation for over a century. The company designs and produces commercial aircraft, military aircraft, satellites, missile defense systems, and space exploration vehicles. Boeing also provides maintenance and support services to customers worldwide. Known for iconic models like the 737, 747, and 787 Dreamliner, Boeing is a key player in advancing global connectivity and space exploration.
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