Structures and Payload Design Engineer

Boeing

Design and Certification Engineer at Boeing working on aircraft interiors and cabin systems design. Collaborating with global teams to deliver engineering solutions and maintain compliance with regulatory requirements.

Posted 7/3/2026full-timeFrimley • 🇬🇧 United KingdomMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Reporting to the Interiors Engineering Manager and working with the global engineering team, across multiple time-zones, in order to identify requirements and their associated solutions for active and upcoming projects.
Develop engineering design solutions with the use of CAD for modifications to aircraft cabin systems such as: Modification to cabin layout by introducing new LOPA (Layout of Passenger Accommodation) and its associated changes such as Passenger Service Units (PSU), Emergency Equipment, etc.
Installation of galleys, monuments, lavatories throughout the cabin to meet end customer requirements.
Modification to the existing aircraft environmental systems such as air conditioning systems, water and waste, etc.
Introduction of new aircraft paint schemes (liveries) and emergency marking system.
Installation/Modification of new OFCR (Overhead Flight Crew Rest) and OCRS (Overhead Crew Rest Station).
Produce substantiation documents in order to demonstrate compliance with relevant regulatory and operational requirements, including: Flammability documentation, Design reports (egress, direct view, etc…), Ground test plans and reports, Cabin walk through plans and reports, System Safety Analysis for interior components and systems.
Compile engineering accomplishment documentation and instructions for continued airworthiness including: Service Bulletins / accomplishment instructions and Aircraft and component manual supplements.
Attend various meetings and represent Boeing on aircraft surveys and on-site installation support at various locations, UK and overseas.
Support statement of work and bids for new customer requests.
Work closely with customers, vendors, MROs, regulatory agencies and other teams within the company, to create engineering solutions that exceed customer expectations on time and within budget.
Undertake all manner of design projects from simple changes to complex Supplemental Type Certificates (STCs).
Attend multiple instructor-led training courses for hard and soft skills improvement.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering (with a focus in Electrical, Mechanical or Aeronautical), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement.
Current or recent employment within the aerospace industry specifically working with an EASA Part 21J Design Organisation (or equivalent) is preferable.
3DX, CATIA V5 and/or AutoCAD industrial experience.
Knowledge and experience of aircraft interior reconfiguration programmes is preferable.
Working knowledge of sheet metal forming/fabrication/machining is preferable.
Working knowledge of aircraft material and fastener selection, hole size types, sealants & finishing is preferable.
Able to demonstrate a working knowledge of EASA regulatory and airworthiness requirements including (E)TSO, CS-25, CFR Part 25 & Part 21J design organisations.
A high level of attention to detail and professional integrity is a must.
Ability to work on multiple programmes with varying level of requirements efficiently and effectively.
Ability to prioritise workloads and show flexibility to changing situations / demands.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive salary and annual incentive plans.
Continuous learning - you’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
Success as defined by you - we’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
Diverse and inclusive culture - you’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.
23 days plus UK public holidays.
Pension Plan with up to 10% employer contribution.
Company paid BUPA Medical Plan.
Short Term Sickness: 100% pay for the first 26 weeks.
Long Term Sickness: 66.67% of annual salary from 27th week.
6x annual salary life insurance.
Learning Together Programme to support your on-going personal and career development.
Access to Boeing’s Well Being Programs, tool and incentives.

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Hard Skills & Tools

Engineering Design SolutionsAircraft Cabin Systems ModificationFlammability DocumentationSystem Safety AnalysisSheet Metal FormingFabricationMachiningAircraft Material SelectionFastener SelectionSupplemental Type Certificates (STCs)

Soft Skills

Professional IntegrityFlexibilityWorkload PrioritizationEffective CommunicationCollaboration