Design Engineer Jobs in South Carolina

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787 Airframe in Boeing Commercial Airplanes is hiring for a Senior (Level 5) Structures Design Engineer for our Wing, Wing Edges, or Empennage teams to work at our North Charleston, SC location. At Boeing, our engineers share a passion to redefine what’s possible. To turn dreams into reality. To bring cutting edge technology to market. If you are seeking a dynamic, innovative environment, this opportunity is for you! This is a great opportunity to work in the Commercial Airplanes South Carolina Design Center, as a Structural Analysis Engineer.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Provides oversight and direction to develop, integrate and document structural and interior payload system requirements to establish the system design.

• Leads development, maintenance and modification of 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.

• Leads performance, integration and analysis of tests 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.

• Works under consultative direction.

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at the North Charleston, SC location.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/ Experience):

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

• 12+ years of experience with aircraft structural design

• 9+ years of experience using CAD Tools on Model Based Definition for primary structures

• 9+ years of experience in program execution from concept development, design reviews, verification and qualification, hardware/software delivery and sustainment

• 6+ years of experience leveraging CATIA, ENOVIA, and PDM systems to support complex aerospace product design, configuration control, and lifecycle management.

• 3+ years of experience collaborating and performing oversight on projects with international partners/suppliers

• 3+ years of experience supporting test development and execution

• Part 21 and Part 25 Code of Federal Regulations subject matter expert knowledge

• Consultant level demonstrated autonomy while working with leadership and cross-functional technical teams

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• 5+ years of experience as a Design Approval Engineer (DAE)

• 3+ years of lead experience using CATIA and Model Based Definition (MBD) for primary structure design

• 3+ years of lead experience designing and qualifying composite primary and secondary structures, including laminate design, ply-drop strategies, and structural strength considerations

• 3+ years of experience working in Product Development, Production, and Fleet phases of the Product Life Cycle

• 3+ years of hands-on experience with fabrication of metallic and composite structures

• 3+ years of experience interacting with Federal Regulators

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.

Shift:

This role is for 1st shift, however, there may be additional shift requirements to support program objectives

Pay Range Summary:

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. Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary pay range for Senior (Level 5): $154,700 – $209,300

Applications for this position will be accepted until Aug. 13, 2026

Export Control Requirements:

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.

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.

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.

Your Benefits

No matter where you are in life, our benefits help prepare you for the present and the future.

• Generous company match to your 401(k).
• Industry-leading tuition assistance program pays your institution directly.
• Fertility, adoption, and surrogacy benefits.
• Up to $10,000 gift match when you support your favorite nonprofit organizations.

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