Job Description
Job Title: Fatigue & Damage Tolerance (F&DT) Engineer
Location: Filton, Uk
Duration: 4 Months
Work Type: Hybrid
Overview:
TekWissen is a global workforce management provider throughout the UK, Europe and many other countries in the world. Client, a global leader in aerospace, defense, and space. With major operations in the UK, Client is at the forefront of innovation in aviation and technology. With operations in commercial aircraft, helicopters, defense systems, and space exploration, Client employs over 130,000 people worldwide.
Job Description :
Role Overview
* An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Fatigue & Damage Tolerance Engineer to join the Wing Analysis Engineering team at Client Filton.
* The team supports Client Wing structures across a wide range of programmes, including Single Aisle and Widebody aircraft, covering activities from early feasibility through certification and in-service support.
* You will work in a highly experienced, international engineering environment that supports both technical growth and professional development. F&DT Engineer - Job Spec
Key Responsibilities
* Approve F&DT deliverables and lead the resolution of fatigue and damage tolerance issues
* Own the technical scope of assigned projects and analysis tasks
* Apply appropriate fatigue and damage tolerance methods to engineering problems
* Contribute to improved engineering solutions and ways of working, drawing on aerospace or related industry experience
* Support and mentor less experienced engineers, both technically and behaviourally
* Engage across the Product Development Plan (PDP) from concept to in-service support
Essential Skills & Experience
* Strong experience in structural engineering and analytical techniques
* Solid understanding of aircraft structural design principles
* Background in fatigue and damage tolerance analysis
* Studied engineering with a structural analysis specialism
* Approval signatory status in F&DT or very close to achieving it
* Ability to step back, challenge assumptions, and propose new ideas
* Comfortable working in an international, multi-disciplinary environment with strong English communication skills
Desirable / Additional Information
* Prior Client experience is highly preferred, ideally with approver status
* Familiarity with Client tools and ways of working
* Single Aisle experience preferred, though Widebody profiles are also considered
* Integrity and professional ethics are essential, aligning with Client values
TekWissen® Group is an equal opportunity employer supporting workforce diversity.