Structures and Payload Design Engineer (Payload Systems Design)

Company: Boeing
Location: North Charleston
Posted on: April 3, 2026

Job Description:

Structures and Payload Design Engineer (Payload Systems Design) Company: The Boeing Company The Payloads organization within Boeing Commercial Aircraft 787 Program is seeking experienced Design Engineers for a number of different positions in North Charleston, South Carolina . The Payloads organization is responsible for everything you see when you fly; and a lot that you don’t: The Interior of the airplane, along with the Cargo compartments, exterior markings, associated systems, and cabin safety all make up Payloads. We are how our airline customers fulfill their mission and represent their brand. Our organization is a fast paced, dynamic environment, which pulls from many engineering backgrounds. The selected candidate will have a statement of work that spans the product lifecycle: supporting customer configuration development, supplier engagement, validating and verifying design requirements, integrating business needs, and supporting the product through the production and certification processes. Your work will include the need to interface with other members of project engineering, production engineering, program/product teams, management, and technical staff to define and implement engineering solutions. You will be able to combine the expertise and resources of the interiors organization to certify and deliver the best interiors products within the industry. Be part of the team that connects rigorous technical design to the future of air travel. The Payloads organization within Boeing Commercial Aircraft 787 Program is seeking experienced Engineers for several different positions, including: BFE Monuments Lighting Monuments - Lavatories & Galleys Certification Configuration Production Integration - Process/Tools Livery Primary Responsibilities: Assists to develop, integrate and document structural and interior payload system requirements to establish the system design. Assists the performance of tests to validate and verify systems and components meet requirements and specifications. Supports the management of supplier performance, test and production activities and coordinates with the supplier to optimize the design and achieve program goals. Assists in the development of new design/analysis processes and tools to improve the effectiveness, quality and efficiency of the development effort. Supports the investigation of emerging technologies to develop concepts for future product designs to meet projected requirements. Develops, maintains and modifies 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. Assignment of final responsibility could be in any one of the following Interiors organizations listed above. Final determination will be based on best fit and alignment of experience. 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 engineering, including design, integration, and/or certification Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience): 2 years of experience in program or project management, leading project and/or program proposals of varying complexity (including: development and execution of schedule milestones, financial assessments, resource assessments, risk and/or issues management, etc.). Basic understanding and demonstrated experience with FAA Title 14 Part 25 and/or EASA equivalent. Experience in aerospace interiors, materials and properties, design criteria and release processes. Experience working in a cross-functional team. Demonstrates good problem-solving skills and critical thinking Ability to use a variety of media to clearly convey information and ideas to a variety of audiences Demonstrated interest in continuous personal learning and development 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 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: $85,000- $115,000 Language Requirements: Not Applicable Education: Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Relocation: This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility. Export Control Requirement: This is not an Export Control position. Safety Sensitive: This is not a Safety Sensitive Position. Security Clearance: This position does not require a Security Clearance. Visa Sponsorship: Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status. Contingent Upon Award Program This position is not contingent upon program award Shift: Shift 1 (United States of America) Stay safe from recruitment fraud! The only way to apply for a position at Boeing is via our Careers website. Learn how to protect yourself from recruitment fraud - Recruitment Fraud Warning 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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