We’re looking for a Structural Analysis Engineer to work on advanced UAV airframes, focusing on lightweight structures, composites, and full-airframe structural integrity.
This role is ideal for someone who wants real ownership, works comfortably across disciplines, and enjoys early-stage aircraft development.
What you’ll work on
* Define and analyse airframe load cases (manoeuvre, gust, landing, propulsion, inertial)
* Perform global and local FEA on wings, centre bodies, booms, mounts, and joints
* Conduct stress, deflection, stiffness, and buckling analysis
* Carry out composite laminate and sandwich panel analysis
* Evaluate margins of safety and reserve factors
* Support fatigue, durability, and damage tolerance assessments (concept–preliminary level)
* Perform modal and vibration analysis to avoid resonance issues
* Support thermal–structural effects from motors, batteries, and environment
* Work closely with design, aero, performance, and systems teams to influence structure early
* Support structural optimisation for weight vs strength
* Contribute to test correlation and design iteration
* Produce clear, review-ready analysis documentation
What we’re looking for
* Degree in Aerospace / Mechanical Engineering (or similar)
* Strong fundamentals in aircraft structures
* Hands-on experience with FEA tools (ANSYS, Abaqus, NASTRAN, etc.)
* Understanding of composite structures and lightweight design
* Comfortable working with CAD geometry and evolving designs
* Able to think beyond tools and apply engineering judgement
Nice to have
* Experience with UAVs or small aircraft
* Exposure to composites manufacturing or testing
* Experience working on early-stage aerospace programmes
Why join us
* High technical ownership
* Work across the full design lifecycle
* Small, sharp engineering team
* Real engineering problems, not siloed tasks
It is mandatory for the candidate to hold a valid UK visa for this role.
We do not provide visa sponsorship for this position.