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$77K - $105K/yr

We are seeking an Aerospace Engineer to own the flight performance, endurance, and mass properties ... Weight & Balance Ownership: Own the aircraft weight and center-of-gravity (CG) model, including ...

Aircraft Engineer

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Engineer Want to join The World's Fastest Growing Cargo Airline? Then look no further.... The ... Prepares aircraft Weight & Balance documents. * Analyzes and records component failures with a view ...

Control, calculate, and communicate detailed mass properties (weight, balance, and inertia) of ... Candidate must possess a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a ...

Weight & Balance: Establish and maintain weight and balance control of test aircraft to support flight testing. Team Leadership: Supervise, mentor, and provide technical guidance to junior engineers ...

Weight & Balance: Establish and maintain weight and balance control of test aircraft to support flight testing. Team Leadership: Supervise, mentor, and provide technical guidance to junior engineers ...

We are seeking an Aerospace Engineer to own the flight performance, endurance, and mass properties ... Weight & Balance Ownership: Own the aircraft weight and center-of-gravity (CG) model, including ...

We are seeking an Aerospace Engineer to own the flight performance, endurance, and mass properties ... Weight & Balance Ownership: Own the aircraft weight and center-of-gravity (CG) model, including ...

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How much do weight balance engineer jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for weight balance engineer in the United States is $60.10, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $58.89 and $61.30 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Weight Balance Engineer vs Aircraft Maintenance Engineer?

AspectWeight Balance EngineerAircraft Maintenance Engineer
Required CredentialsEngineering degree, certifications in weight and balanceAircraft maintenance license, technical certifications
Work EnvironmentDesign, analysis, and testing facilitiesAircraft hangars, maintenance workshops
Industry UsageAircraft design and manufacturingAircraft repair and servicing

While both roles involve aircraft, a Weight Balance Engineer focuses on ensuring proper weight distribution during design and testing, whereas an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer handles repairs and maintenance. The roles complement each other in the aircraft lifecycle, but their daily tasks and certifications differ.

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Infographic showing various Weight Balance Engineer job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $125,000 per year, or $60.1 per hour.

Experienced Weights and Mass Properties Engineer

Hazelwood, MO • On-site

Boeing
Aviation • 10K+ employees

$112K - $151K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 10 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Develop and validate complex weight, balance, and mass properties data to support aerospace vehicle design and performance.

  • Estimate, measure, and verify mass, weight, stiffness, and inertial properties of aerospace components and systems using analytical tools and engineering judgment.

  • Define design requirements and maintain weight and balance accounting systems, generating detailed reports for internal and customer use.


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Job description

Experienced Weights and Mass Properties Engineer

Company:

The Boeing Company

Boeing Defense, Space & Security's Air Dominance division is actively seeking an Experienced Weights & Mass Properties Engineer (Grade 3) to join our cutting-edge team at the Hazelwood, MO facility.

This pivotal role supports next-generation advanced development programs critical to national defense and aerospace innovation.

As a key player in our flight systems engineering team, you will lead mass properties estimation, weight tracking, and design trades that directly influence the success of Boeing's future military and aerospace platforms. You will work alongside world-class professionals leveraging model-based engineering and digital tools to drive accurate system-level weight management and improve overall vehicle performance.

Join Boeing and contribute to transformational aerospace projects shaping the future of flight and defense, while advancing your career in an environment that fosters innovation, technical excellence, and impactful mission delivery.

Position Responsibilities:

  • Develop and validate complex weight, balance, and mass properties data to support aerospace vehicle design and performance.

  • Estimate, measure, and verify mass, weight, stiffness, and inertial properties of aerospace components and systems using analytical tools and engineering judgment.

  • Define design requirements and maintain weight and balance accounting systems, generating detailed reports for internal and customer use.

  • Lead weight control efforts and provide expert guidance on vehicle/system configurations impacting mass properties.

  • Collaborate with flight systems engineering and cross-functional teams to ensure alignment on customer specifications and program objectives.

  • Innovate and implement process improvements and advanced tools to enhance weight analysis capabilities.

  • Communicate technical information effectively and operate with a focus on safety, quality, and business objectives under general direction.

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

Position is expected to be 100% onsite

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Technology), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement

  • 5+ years of work related experience with a Bachelor's or 3+ years of work related experience with a Master's or work related experience with a PhD

  • 3+ years of Mass Properties experience

  • Experience with 3D solid modeling software applications (e.g. NX, Catia, CADD)

  • Experience with three-dimensional parametric modeling using NX/Teamcenter or CATIA/ENOVIA methods and tools

Relocation:

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

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 (DFW) 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.

The Boeing 401(k) helps you save for your future, with contributions from Boeing that can help you grow your retirement savings. Our best-in-class retirement benefit features:

  • Best in class 401(k) plan: we'll match your contributions dollar for dollar, up to 10% of eligible pay with Immediate 100% vesting

  • Student Loan Match: The Boeing 401(k) Student Loan Match allows eligible enrolled U.S. employees to have their qualified student loan debt payments counted, along with any match-eligible contributions they make, for purposes of determining the Company Match to employees' Boeing 401(k) accounts.

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: $112,200 - $151,800

Language Requirements:

Not Applicable

Education:

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent

Relocation:

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

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. 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.

Contingent Upon Award Program

This position is not contingent upon program award

Shift:

Shift 1 (United States of America)

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