Belcan are looking for an experienced senior static stress engineer, with a proven background in composite materials, to support their Research and Technology projects. This is a Contract role. Candidates must have the current Right to work in the UK The task will involve early concept phase, sizing assessments, test specimen analysis and trade studies. The individual will need to be confident whilst working independently and capable of maintaining programme time-scales. Job Duties and Responsibilities Stressing support to novel wing stringer concept 3 point bending analysis Continuous beam analysis Buckling with transverse shear effect Thermal cracking risk Experience and minimum qualifications required Proven experience working as an aircraft stress engineer involved in the analysis of primary composite structures using a broad range of standard hand and computational methods, including ISAMI analysis suite Experience in linear finite element analysis (Nastran and Patran / HyperMesh) A good understanding of aircraft production methods and processes An ability to rapidly and confidently assess structural problems and to provide the appropriate direction and guidance to team members A self-motivated individual who is able to work with autonomy, with little direction from the project lead Strong communication skills: oral, slides, report writing, and a pro-active approach to problem solving Preferred but not essential: Previous experience in a research and development environment Experience in non linear finite element analysis (ABAQUS) Experience using 3DX - particularly "Design Model to FEM" conversion capability Candidates must have the current Right to work in the UK This vacancy is being advertised by Belcan