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Stress Engineer

Wichita, KS · On-site

$52.50 - $72/hr

Stress Engineer Location: Wichita, KS Onsite/ Remote: Onsite In this role, you will be a critical ... Perform detailed fatigue and damage tolerance (F&DT) analyses on primary and secondary aircraft ...

Sr. Stress Engineer

Murrieta, CA

$60 - $82.25/hr

The Senior Stress Engineer at AEVEX Aerospace is responsible for analyzing primary & secondary ... Develops Fatigue & Damage Tolerance (F&DT) reports * Other functions may include basic thermal ...

Stress Engineer - Defense

Wichita, KS · On-site

$52.50 - $72/hr

Perform fatigue and damage tolerance assessments based on customer's mission profile requirements ... You must have a Bachelor of Engineering or equivalent. * You must have a minimum of 5 years of ...

Stress Engineer - Defense

Wichita, KS · On-site

$52.50 - $72/hr

Perform fatigue and damage tolerance assessments based on customer's mission profile requirements ... You must have a Bachelor of Engineering or equivalent. * You must havea minimum of 5yearsof ...

Sr. Stress Engineer

Murrieta, CA · On-site

$200K - $224K/yr

The Senior Stress Engineer at AEVEX Aerospace is responsible for analyzing primary & secondary ... Develops Fatigue & Damage Tolerance (F&DT) reports * Other functions may include basic thermal ...

Review structures and installations from a fatigue and damage tolerance perspective. * Prepare and manage formal engineering documentation, including structural analysis reports and specifications.

Sr. Stress Engineer

Murrieta, CA · On-site

$200K - $224K/yr

The Senior Stress Engineer at AEVEX Aerospace is responsible for analyzing primary & secondary ... Develops Fatigue & Damage Tolerance (F&DT) reports * Other functions may include basic thermal ...

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How much do damage tolerance engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for damage tolerance engineer in the United States is $100,319.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $88,500.00 and $109,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a Damage Tolerance Engineer?

As a Damage Tolerance Engineer, your daily tasks often include analyzing structural components for crack growth and fatigue, assessing potential risks, and recommending maintenance or design changes to ensure ongoing airworthiness. You might collaborate closely with design engineers, stress analysts, and quality assurance teams to integrate findings into product improvements. Reviewing test data, preparing technical reports, and supporting certification documentation are also key parts of the job. This role is dynamic and requires a combination of independent analysis and teamwork to maintain safety and compliance standards.

What is a Damage Tolerance Engineer job?

A Damage Tolerance Engineer evaluates the structural integrity of aerospace components to ensure they can sustain damage without catastrophic failure. They analyze fatigue, crack propagation, and fracture mechanics to predict lifespan and ensure compliance with safety standards. Using tools like finite element analysis (FEA) and non-destructive testing (NDT), they develop inspection intervals and repair solutions. Their work is critical in maintaining aircraft safety and reliability over time.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Damage Tolerance Engineer position, and why are they important?

A Damage Tolerance Engineer requires a solid background in materials science, fracture mechanics, and structural analysis, often supported by a degree in aerospace or mechanical engineering. Proficiency with finite element analysis (FEA) software, non-destructive evaluation techniques, and familiarity with industry standards such as FAA or EASA certifications is highly valuable. Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective communication skills distinguish top performers in this field. These competencies are critical for ensuring the structural integrity and safety of components under real-world operating conditions.

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Structural Analysis Engineer (Entry Level & Associate)

Structural Analysis Engineer (Entry Level & Associate)

Boeing

Oklahoma City, OK

Full-time

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Job description

Structural Analysis Engineer (Entry Level & Associate)

Company:

The Boeing Company

The Boeing Oklahoma City Derivative Aircraft Structural Integrity Analysis group performs Aircraft Structural Integrity Program (ASIP) support and Fatigue and Damage Tolerance (F&DT) analysis for multiple Boeing commercial derivative military aircraft platforms including KC-135 (USAF and Foreign Military Sales), RC-135, E-4B, E-6, E-7 (UK, Australia, Korea, Turkey), and KC-767.

About the Team:

The group's in-depth technical background in durability, damage tolerance, stress analysis and military usage are leveraged to increase operational safety and availability while reducing customer costs. The team develops, maintains and deploys sophisticated Individual Aircraft Tracking (IAT) programs to help determine airworthiness and sustainment of the aircraft. Sophisticated analysis software programs are created and employed to lead special studies such as fatigue and damage tolerance analyses based on aircraft mission profiles, life extension programs for aging aircraft and corrosion impact studies.

Our teams are currently hiring for a broad range of experience levels including;Entry-Level or Associate Structural Analysis Engineers.

Position Responsibilities:

  • Perform basic structural analysis using established tools and methods to assess structural environments, characteristics, and performance

  • Perform basic structural analysis tasks using well defined analysis tools to validate and verify that systems and components meet requirements and specifications in the operational environment

  • Support in-service products by helping investigate failures and identifying potential improvements

  • Collaborate with team members, program managers, regulatory agencies, and operational users on various projects

  • Support test execution and analyze/report test results to validate and verify systems and components meet requirements and specifications

  • Assist in documenting certification and test results to demonstrate compliance with customer and regulatory requirements

  • Contribute to product design and help verify structural integrity using analytical methods, finite element models, simulations, and other analysis tools throughout the product lifecycle

  • Coordinate with other engineering groups to help define the product's environment

  • Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

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

  • Experience multi-tasking and working in a team environment

  • Experience working collaboratively to reach decisions that are mutually acceptable to multiple engineering and support teams

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

  • 2 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience

  • Experience with aerospace stress analysis and/or structural analysis

  • Experience performing Durability and Damage Tolerance Analysis for Aircraft

  • Experience executing Aircraft Structural Integrity Programs (ASIP)

  • Experience performing stress, thermal, fatigue, fastener, and tolerance analysis using analysis software and manual hand calculations

  • Experience with Finite Element Modeling

Conflict of Interest:
Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.

Drug Free Workplace:

Boeingis 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 for Entry-Level: $66,300 - $89,700

Summary pay range for Associate: $79,0505 - $106,950

Language Requirements:

Not Applicable

Education:

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent

Relocation:

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 award

Shift:

Shift 1 (United States of America)

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