Lead FEM Engineer
Location: Filton (hybrid)
Contract: 12‑Month Contract (Inside IR35)
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced FEM & Digital Engineer to join a dynamic Wing Engineering environment on a 12‑month contract. The successful candidate will play a key role in developing FE loads strategy, delivering structural enablement, and driving innovative digital and simulation projects within a highly collaborative multifunctional setting.
This position operates at Wing level across multiple major programmes, contributing directly to current and future aircraft wing development.
Why This Contract?
Work at the centre of Wing engineering strategy and development
Apply and develop cutting‑edge numerical simulation techniques
Contribute to the evolution of existing Wing programmes and the Wing of the Future
Influence the development of new digital ways of working within a modern engineering framework
Key Responsibilities
Structural & FE Analysis
Support the development of GFEM and DFEM models across various programmes
Run, analyse, and interpret FE results, validating stress data and offering design solutions optimised for weight, cost, performance, and manufacturability
Deliver static and fatigue analysis enablement in line with required quality standards
Produce and enhance new GFEM and DFEM modelling approachesDigital & Process Innovation
Deliver digital solutions that optimise structural analysis and enablement processes
Contribute to new, modernised ways of work aligned with advanced digital engineering strategies
Challenge existing methods and propose innovative, efficient approachesLeadership & Collaboration
Act as a focal point for FE and digital activities at Wing level, defining priorities, identifying risks, and proposing mitigations
Engage with internal stakeholders across functions and support a collaborative engineering culture
Report operationally to the Engineering Team Leader and functionally to senior engineers and subject matter experts
Skills & Experience Required
Essential
Degree in Aerospace Engineering or related discipline
Significant professional experience in FEM and aerospace structures
Strong knowledge of Hyperworks, HyperMesh, and MSC Nastran
Experience with idealisation of Wing structural components using FEM
Understanding of engineering policies, processes, and airworthiness‑aligned analysis standardsDesirable
FEM Signature delegation
Competence with ISAMI
Experience working with UNIX-based platforms
Strong communication skills with the confidence to challenge technical requirements and propose improvement
A collaborative team player with a dynamic, proactive attitude
Fluent English at negotiation level (written and verbal)
Ready to Take the Next Step?
This is a unique opportunity to contribute to major aerospace wing development while shaping future digital engineering approaches. If you are an experienced FEM specialist ready for a challenging and rewarding contract, we'd love to hear from you.
This vacancy is being advertised by Belcan