Job Description
Job Opportunity: FEA/Aircraft Stress Analysis Engineer
Location: Hybrid – Bristol
Contract Length: 12 Months
Rate: Outside IR35
We’re currently looking for an experienced FEA/Aircraft Stress Analysis Engineer to join our client’s team on a 12-month contract basis. This is a hybrid role based in Bristol.
This is an excellent opportunity to work on high-impact aircraft structural projects, contributing to the design, analysis, and validation of metallic and composite components .
Key Responsibilities:
* Perform stress analysis on primary and secondary aircraft structures.
* Develop GFEM and DFEM models for structural evaluation and sizing.
* Conduct linear and non-linear FEA using tools such as MSC Nastran/Patran, HyperMesh .
* Support design modifications and validate them through FEA .
* Prepare and deliver technical documentation and participate in PDR/CDR reviews .
* Ensure compliance with FAR/CAR and other relevant regulations.
* Drive automation and process improvements through scripting and tool development.
* Provide engineering support on field issues and propose alternative solutions.
Required Skills & Experience:
* Minimum 5 years’ experience in aircraft stress analysis.
* Strong background in metallic and composite structures .
* Proficiency with MSC Nastran/Patran, HyperMesh .
* Expertise in 2D & 3D FE modeling, classical methods, and hand calculations.
* Experience in F&DT analysis .
* Familiarity with scripting tools such as TCL, VBA, Python .
* Working knowledge of aerospace standards (e.g., Airbus, Boeing, Bombardier).
* Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
Desirable:
* Experience with CAD tools, PLM systems (Teamcenter, Windchill).
* Familiarity with ISAMI and Airbus toolsets.
* Previous stress signatory experience is a plus.
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