Structural and Payload Design Engineer

Structural and Payload Design Engineer

Company:

Boeing Turkey Aviation and Trade Limited Company

Boeing Talent Acquisition is currently looking for a Structural and Payload Design Engineer to join our team in Istanbul, Türkiye.

As a Structural & Payload Design Engineer, you will support the creation and maintenance of CATIA‑based seat and suite assemblies, perform interference/clash checks with surrounding structures and systems, and develop model‑based drawings (Seat MDB) that define installation requirements for manufacturing. You’ll work closely with project engineering, manufacturing, and supplier teams to implement design adjustments driven by customer requirements, while following Boeing drafting practices and PLM workflows.

Engineers may specialize in Electrical Systems and Wiring, Design Interior, or Certification.

Experience in the Aerospace industry in engineering is preferred. The selected person must be a high-energy individual who feels comfortable working with production personnel globally.

Position Responsibilities:

• Build and maintain CATIA V5 assemblies for seats and premium suites; manage positioning, constraints, and BOM structure.
• Run clash/interference analyses between seats/suites and adjacent aircraft systems/structures; document issues and propose fixes.
• Prepare Seat MDB (Model‑Based Drawings) that capture installation details (seat/suite locations, hardware/fasteners, access/clearance, sequence notes) to enable shop‑floor execution by manufacturing engineering.
• Support concept layouts to preliminary design and then to final design for interior components and hardware integration to meet customer requirements.
• Implement design adjustments driven by customer change requests and certification inputs, update 3D models and associated datasets.
• Review supplier drawings for fit, form, interface, and standards compliance; record comments and track closure.
• Execute daily configuration and data management in ENOVIA/PLM; maintain traceability of source data and change history.
• Collaborate with project engineering, program teams, and technical staff to define/implement practical engineering solutions; escalate risks early.
• Apply Boeing drafting practices and basic tolerance/GD&T principles to ensure clear product definition throughout the lifecycle. Use analytical skills to determine solutions and resolve problems.
• Meet assigned schedules and deadlines.
• Meet production and quality standards.

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

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Up-to 3 years of work-related experience in Aerospace/Aviation Industry.
• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (with a focus on Mechanical, Electrical and Aerospace Aeronautical)
• Up-to 3 years of CATIA V5 or 3D modeling software skills (part design, surfacing, sheet metal, electrical etc.).
• Effective communication in English; ability to work in a multidisciplinary team and follow written/verbal instructions.
• General understanding and familiarization of engineering practices and related technical publications.
• Strong PC skills with high proficiency in Windows and Microsoft Office products functionality.
• Existing rights to work in Turkey.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Up to 3-year experience with CATIA V5 or other 3D modelling software (part design, surfacing, sheet metal, electrical routing, etc.).
• Up to 3-year professional experience in the aerospace or aviation industry.
• Quick learner with the ability to adopt new applications and tools rapidly.
• Strong prioritization skills with the ability to manage multiple projects for maximum efficiency.
• Ability to define, document, and maintain processes and work instructions as required. Strong prioritization, initiative, and continuous-improvement mindset (e.g., process documentation, templates, checklists). Ability to travel for training or assignments as required.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Good organizational skills.
• Confirmed reasoning, analytical abilities and mechanical proficiency.
• Conflict of Interest: Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.

Additional Information:

This requisition is for a locally hired position in Turkey. The employer is Boeing Turkey. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in Turkey. Benefits and pay are determined by Turkey and are not on Boeing US-based payroll. This is not an expatriate assignment.

Language Requirements:

Not Applicable

Education:

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent

Relocation:

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this 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:

Not a Shift Worker (Türkiye)