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Engineer I Structural

BAE Systems

Westminster, COFull-time$65–110K/yrSeen todaySeen in employer's feed today

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Compensation
$65–110K/yr
Location
Westminster, CO
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Security clearance, required

Job overview

The Engineer I Structural performs structural analysis and supports testing for spacecraft, instruments, payloads, and related hardware. The role uses closed-form and finite element techniques, develops loads and environments, and produces reports. It is an on-site position requiring work at the primary location five days each normally scheduled week. A BS degree or higher in engineering or a related field is required; related technical experience may be considered in lieu of education.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Structural Analysis, nice to haveFinite Element Analysis, nice to haveStress Analysis, nice to haveStructural Dynamics, nice to haveLoads and Environments Development, nice to haveStructural Testing, nice to haveMultiple Effort Management, requiredPriority Management, requiredInterpersonal Skills, requiredCommunication, requiredTeamwork, requiredMachine Learning, nice to haveDynamics, nice to haveVibrations, nice to haveRandom Vibration, nice to haveStrength of Materials, nice to haveAerospace Structures, nice to haveComposites, nice to haveElasticity, nice to haveContinuum Mechanics, nice to haveNumerical Methods, nice to haveNastran, nice to haveFemap, nice to haveSimcenter, nice to haveMATLAB, nice to havePython, nice to haveMathcad, nice to have

Qualifications

BS in Engineering or Related, requiredMaster's in Structures Related Field, nice to haveStructural Analysis Experience, nice to have

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off
Parental Leave

Full job description

Job Description

The Engineering, Science and Analysis (ESA) Strategic Capabilities Unit comprises the technical talent and organizational leadership that enables the successful delivery of high-impact discriminating technologies for our customers missions. Our collaborative, cross-functional teams are committed to innovation, integrity, continual learning and strong execution.

What You ll Do:

  • Perform structural analysis on spacecraft, instruments, payloads, optics, mechanisms, electronic assemblies and ground support equipment.

  • Use closed form and finite element analysis techniques in stress analysis and structural dynamics.

  • Develop loads and environments for structure and components.

  • Support structural and environmental testing for static, modal, acoustic, shock, and vibration.

  • Write detailed reports for test and analysis activities.

  • Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule.

  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units and the Company. Interact appropriately with others in order to maintain a positive and productive work environment.

  • Perform other duties as necessary.

On-Site Work Environment: This position requires regular in-person engagement by working on-site five days each normally scheduled week in the primary work location. Travel and local commute between company campuses and other possible non-company locations may be required.

Working Conditions:

  • Work is performed in an office, laboratory, production floor, or cleanroom, outdoors or remote research environment.

  • May occasionally work in production work centers where use of protective equipment and gear is required.

  • May access other facilities in various weather conditions.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

  • BS degree or higher in Engineering or a related field is required.

  • Each higher-level degree, i.e., Master s Degree or Ph.D., may substitute for two years of experience. Related technical experience may be considered in lieu of education. Degree must be from a university, college, or school which is accredited by an agency recognized by the US Secretary of Education, US Department of Education.

  • The ability to support multiple efforts and manage competing priorities.

  • Good interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.

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A security clearance or access with Polygraph is not required to be eligible for this position. However, the applicant must be willing and eligible for submission, depending on program requirements, after an offer is accepted and must be able to maintain the applicable clearance/access.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

  • A Master of Science Degree in a structures related field.

  • Coursework completion in machine learning, dynamics, vibrations, random vibration, advanced strength of materials, aerospace structures, composites, finite element analysis, elasticity, continuum mechanics, numerical methods, and other structures related courses.

  • Previous experience in structural analysis of aerospace-related hardware or ground support equipment including stress analysis, and structural dynamics.

  • Specific application experience in Nastran, Femap, Simcenter, Matlab, Python and Mathcad.

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $64926 - $110374

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20 hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

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How this job compares

Set against the 3,202 open Structural Engineer jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 14, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$65–110K/yr
  • Colorado median$97–143K/yr113 salary ranges
  • US median$105–160K/yr2,106 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $88K, is 28% below the Colorado median midpoint ($121K) — in the lowest quarter of Structural Engineer salary ranges in Colorado.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 130 open Structural Engineer jobs in Colorado and 3,202 across the US. 4% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Colorado
Experience
Structural Engineer postings that state a minimum ask for 7 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 4 to 10 years (2,804 postings).
Education
2,262 of the 3,202 open Structural Engineer jobs (71%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 14, 2026. Figures based on too few postings are left out.

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