LEAD FEM ENGINEER Filton, UK (hybrid) 12-month contract (extension possible) Up to £52 per hour Inside IR35 Lead FEM Engineer is required for a leading global aerospace organisation renowned for shaping the future of commercial and military aviation. The company drives innovation, engineering excellence, and sustainable technologies across its international operations. You will be responsible for delivering high-quality structural analysis using Finite Element Methods (FEM), supporting design, verification, and certification activities across complex aircraft structures. You will perform detailed Finite Element Analysis (FEA) on aircraft structural components, developing, reviewing, and validating FEM models in line with established aerospace standards and internal processes. Required Skills & Experience FEM Signature Delegation Approval level required Wing structure experience Strong FEM capability on other aircraft structures Hands-on experience with Nastran and/or HyperMesh Strong understanding of aerospace structural analysis and FEM best practices This is an excellent opportunity to work for an international aerospace leader that encourages and facilitates personal growth. *PS: The Company can't provide any sponsorship, so only candidates with the existing right to work in the UK will be considered for this role.