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Materials and Processes Engineer-Stress/Finite Element Analysis (Associate or Mid-Level)

Los Angeles, California; El Segundo, California Job ID 00000423725 Category Security Clearance Post Date Apr. 24, 2024 Security Clearance Required
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Boeing’s Research and Technology (BR&T) team is seeking a Materials and Processes Engineer-Stress/Finite Element Analysis to join our team in El Segundo, California.

We are looking for a broad range of experience including Associate or Mid-Level Materials and Processes Engineers.

This role primarily involves conducting RCCA (root cause correction action), thermal analysis, etc. on advanced modeling of structures, assemblies and hardware.

This position contains work that is often extremely urgent with many competing priorities. The successful candidate will need to be able to execute under pressure and prioritize individual tasks appropriately. In addition, the desire to work on novel, challenging problems to find a solution is a plus!

Position Responsibilities:

  • Develop CAD models from drawings and photos

  • Develop and/or select appropriate material properties

    • Develop and/or select appropriate nonlinear material models (plasticity, creep, viscoplasticity, hyperelasticity, etc.)

    • Literature and research review of material properties

    • Development, oversight, and interpretation of material testing in laboratory setting

  • Develop finite element models of designs and anomalous conditions

    • Multiphysics analyses typically including thermal-mechanical stresses but may also include other forms of physical behavior

    • Define appropriate boundary conditions to represent problem

    • Define appropriate mesh densities to resolve problem details without excessive run time

    • Debug models by altering solver settings

  • Define and evaluate failure criteria (fatigue, maximum stress/strain, crack propagation, etc.)

  • Write clear, concise reports with annotated figures describing model results.  Brief them to high level customers

  • Defend results upon peer review including internal and customer consultants

This position is expected to be 100% onsite.  The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at the listed location.

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. TS/SCI clearance Post -Start is required.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

  • Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science

  • Experience with Finite Element Analysis

  • 1+ years of experience with finite element modeling structural analysis methods and tools

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

  • 3+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience

  • Active TS/SCI clearance

  • Bachelor’s degree or higher in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or materials and science engineering (with a stress analysis focus)

  • 1+ years of experience with failure analysis (performing or review)

  • Fundamental understanding of differential equations underlying models

  • Experience with electronics

  • Experience conveying complex problems and solutions to high level customers

Typical Education/Experience:

Associate (Level 2):

Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 2 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience (e.g. Master). In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.

Mid-Level (Level 3):

Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 5 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience (e.g. PhD, Master+3 years' related work experience). In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.

Relocation:

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.

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 position is for first shift.

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: $82,450 - $111,500

Summary pay range ​for mid-level: $102,000 - $138,000

Applications for this position will be accepted through May 9, 2024.


Export Control Requirements: U.S. Government Export Control Status: This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Export Control Details: US based job, US Person required

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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