Loads Engineer
To develop and expand the capabilities of SAFRAN Engineering Services in the UK, we are seeking a Loads Engineer to join our growing team, especially as our customer plans to ramp up activities across the summer.
Responsibilities
* Perform load calculations for sizing studies of future aircraft or major modifications (MODs).
* Determine ground loads (landings, braking, turns, rollings, etc.).
* Calculate flight loads, including longitudinal and lateral maneuvers, load alleviation functions, gust effects, and failure cases.
* Assess component loads on specific parts such as NCF, HTP, ailerons, and pylons.
* Conduct aeroelastic calculations, including flutter and control surface limit cycle oscillations.
Requirements
* Degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Structural Engineering.
* Technical skills in flight physics, flight loads, ground loads, aeroelasticity, and aerodynamics.
* Understanding of aircraft behavior and physical principles.
* Coding skills in VBA and Python.
* Proficiency with MATLAB.
* Strong planning and scheduling abilities across multiple modules.
* Effective communication skills to clearly define expectations and facilitate understanding.
* Team spirit and ability to work with multicultural teams.
Benefits
* 185 hours of holiday per year plus statutory bank holidays.
* Personal pension scheme with 5% employee and 8% employer contributions, plus salary sacrifice options.
* Death in service life insurance covering up to 4x annual basic salary.
* PEGI Share Scheme.
* Hybrid working model: 2-3 days in Bristol, 2-3 days from home.
* Career development opportunities within the Safran Group.
* Focus on training and development.
* Early finish on Fridays.
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