Job Description
Role: Stress Engineer
Location: Cwmbran
Contract: Permanent (Hybrid: 3 days on-site, 2 days remote)
About the Role:
An exciting opportunity has opened for an experienced Stress Engineer to join a leading engineering services provider supporting advanced aerospace programmes. You’ll play a key role in the structural analysis and validation of aircraft seating systems, ensuring safety, durability, and compliance with aerospace standards.This is a hybrid role, offering flexibility with 3 days on-site in Cwmbran and 2 days working from home.
What You’ll Be Doing:
* Performing finite element analysis (FEA) using Altair Hyperworks (Hypermesh, Optistruct, Hyperview) and MSC Nastran
* Conducting linear and non-linear implicit analysis
* Producing and reviewing aerospace-standard classical stress calculations
* Validating FE models and simulation results
* Preparing and presenting high-quality technical reports
* Collaborating closely with Design, Certification, and Production teams
What We Are Looking For:
* Strong experience with Altair Hyperworks and MSC Nastran
* Proficiency in linear and non-linear FEA
* Skilled in FE model validation and checking
* Strong grasp of classical hand calculations
Desirable:
* Experience with Radioss or other non-linear explicit solvers
* Knowledge of fatigue analysis, damage tolerance, and occupant injury criteria
* Background in the aerospace industry
* Familiarity with FAR/CS 25-561, EASA Part 21J, and ARP 5526
What’s in It for You?
Join a dynamic and supportive team with a strong focus on career progression, innovation, and work-life balance.
Benefits include:
* 185 hours of holiday per year + bank holidays
* Generous pension scheme (5% employee / 8% employer contribution)
* Life insurance – 4x annual salary
* Employee Share Scheme
* Ongoing training & career development
* Hybrid working
* Early Friday finish
If you’re a driven and detail-oriented engineer with a passion for aerospace, apply now to be part of a high-impact team working on the future of aircraft seating technology.