Aerodynamics Engineer Featured

Job Description

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Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) is looking for an Aerodynamics Engineer to support BDS Phantom Works projects in Berkeley, MO. The position encompasses a wide range of leadership and execution responsibilities, including aerodynamic design, aero-performance analysis, aerodynamic database development, wind tunnel testing, and flight testing.

Our teams are currently hiring for a broad range of experience levels including; Experienced and Senior Level Aerodynamics Engineer.

Position Responsibilities:

• Aero-performance analysis of tactical aircraft configurations

• Wind tunnel test planning, execution, data analysis, and post-test documentation

• Aerodynamic database development from wind tunnel, CFD, and flight test data

• Aerodynamic database integration into 6 degrees of freedom (6-DOF) simulation tools

• Flight test planning, execution, and data analysis

• Uncertainty Quantification (UQ) and analysis of aerodynamic data from wind tunnel, flight test, CFD, and empirical analysis codes

• Integration of analysis codes and models within a Digital Engineering architecture

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

Travel may be required up to 10% of the time; Domestically depending on business needs.

This position requires an active U.S. Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active)

Ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance

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

• (Level 3) 5+ years of work related engineering experience with a Bachelor’s or 3+ years of work related engineering experience with a Master’s or work related engineering experience with a PhD

• (Level 4) 9+ years of work related engineering experience with a Bachelor’s or 7+ years of work related engineering experience with a Master’s or 4+ years of work related engineering experience with a PhD

• 3+ years of experience in Aerodynamics and/or Aero-Performance

• Understanding of what aerodynamic, propulsion, or other factors impact vehicle performance, and how they can be used to optimize performance

• Understanding of how the vehicle size is driven by performance and requirements

• Experience conducting wind tunnel testing

Relocation: 

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility. Note: Basic relocation will be offered for eligible internal candidates.

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.

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

Summary pay range (Experienced, Level 3): $93,500 - $126,500

Summary pay range (Senior, Level 4): $113,900 - $154,100

Applications for this position will be accepted until Sept. 05, 2025

Export Control Requirements: 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

Education

Bachelors Degree or Equivalent Required

Relocation

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Security Clearance

This position requires an active U.S. Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active) This position requires ability to obtain program access, for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship only.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

This position is for 1st shift

Contingent Upon Program Reward

The position is contingent upon program award

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.