Aero Structures: Test Rig Design & Stress Engineer

Airbus; Bristol; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company in Bristol is seeking a Structures Test - Rig Design & Stress Engineer. The role requires expertise in 3D design and stress analysis of complex engineering structures. The ideal candidate will manage external suppliers and ensure compliance with engineering standards. Competitive salary and benefits include flexible working hours, 25 days vacation, and private medical insurance. Join a dynamic team in a collaborative environment, dedicated to innovation in aerospace engineering.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

25 days holidays + bank holidays

Pension scheme

Discretionary bonus scheme

Private Medical Insurance (employee cover)

Qualifications

• Design of aeronautical structures or equivalent high precision structural engineering projects.
• Strong experience in stress calculation and checking using hand calculations or FEM tools.
• Fluent in English with excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Test Rig Concepts designed on time, cost & quality.
• Lead work packages for external manufacturing and design.
• Integrate electrical, measurement and data installation requirements.

Skills

3D Design of complex engineering structures

Stress calculation and checking

Fluent in English

Experience in managing suppliers

Independent and structured way of working

Ability to work in a team

Education

Degree in mechanical engineering or related discipline

Tools

CATIA V5

3DXperience

Job description

A leading aerospace company in Bristol is seeking a Structures Test - Rig Design & Stress Engineer. The role requires expertise in 3D design and stress analysis of complex engineering structures. The ideal candidate will manage external suppliers and ensure compliance with engineering standards. Competitive salary and benefits include flexible working hours, 25 days vacation, and private medical insurance. Join a dynamic team in a collaborative environment, dedicated to innovation in aerospace engineering.