Permanent
SP DV Senior Structural Engineer
Mechanical Engineering
Ampthill - Bedfordshire
About the Role
The Structural Integrity Engineer (SIE) is a senior technical specialist who analyses, develops, and validates the mechanical integrity of complex structural systems across light‑weight and heavy‑weight platforms. The role encompasses metallic, non‑metallic, and composite materials, covering design, production, testing, and maintenance phases. Core responsibilities include damage‑tolerance, durability, and structural modelling across dynamics, loads, stability, stress fatigue and thermal analyses. The duty cycle uses a broad array of engineering tools, notably MSC Nastran, MSC Marc, Siemens Simcenter, Beta CAE, ANSA, and PTC Creo.
The Structural Integrity Engineer will be a Subject Matter Expert in structural analysis and integrity decision‑making, operating within the Structural Integrity Group, a sub‑function of the Engineering Department. Core responsibilities include:
1. Developing and validating high‑fidelity finite‑element models for metallic, composite and hybrid structures.
2. Executing static, dynamic, vibrational, thermal and fluid‑structure interaction analyses.
3. Performing damage‑tolerance and fatigue assessments.
4. Authoring concise strength‑summary reports and risk assessments that satisfy MoD and customer standards.
5. Translating analysis outcomes into manufacturing instructions and inspection plans.
6. Leading knowledge‑transfer workshops and maintaining model libraries.
7. Championing process improvement through new software, material databases and automation scripts.
8. Representing the Company at design reviews, client briefings and external audits.
Required skills, qualifications and experience
9. Minimum 5 years of industrial structural‑analysis experience on metallic and composite parts.
10. BEng (Hons) in Mechanical/Aerospace or equivalent.
11. Proficient in MSC Nastran and pre‑processors such as Patran, Apex, Simcenter, or ANSA.
12. Experienced in static, dynamic, linear and non‑linear analyses.
13. Skilled in hand‑based stress calculations and fatigue life prediction.
14. Extensive experience modelling aluminium, titanium, steel and high‑strength alloys for both light‑ and heavy‑weight systems.
15. Basic knowledge of composite lay‑up, ply‑by‑ply modelling and defect effects.
16. Capable of drafting clear, concise strength‑summary reports and risk assessments.
17. Comfortable working collaboratively with design, manufacturing, testing and quality teams.
18. Skilled in scripting (Python, batch) and use of high‑performance computing to streamline analyses.
19. Candidates must be able to undergo the process to achieve a Secret Clearance and be willing to go through the process to achieve a Developed Vetting Clearance.
Job Reference Number
18733BR
Salary Range
Competitive + Comprehensive Benefits + Bonus
Employee Type
Full Time
Hours Per Week
37.5
Working Schedule
4xFlex
Country
United Kingdom (UK)
Clearance Required for Role
DV
Graduate, Intern or Apprentice Vacancy?
No
What we offer you
At Lockheed Martin our employees come first and therefore your physical, mental and financial wellbeing matters to us. On top of working in a highly supportive, friendly, respectful environment you can expect so much more.
We are an employer in support of and offering Flexible working with the option to also work a 4 day week depending on business requirements, where you have the option of Fridays off. We offer Competitive salaries alongside a flexible holiday entitlement.
We have a Wealth of benefits available to you that can be selected through our wellbeing tool upon commencement of employment. Just a few of our amazing benefits are shown below:
20. Private Medical Insurance
21. Competitive Pension
22. Dental
23. Critical Illness
24. Life Assurance
25. Travel Insurance
26. Employee discounts for top high street shops
27. Employee Assistance Program which includes free face to face counseling sessions, Legal advice, Financial advice, etc
28. Internal training and development alongside our Education assistance programmes
29. Reimbursement for a professional membership
30. Competitive policies that support flexibility and family leave inclusive of enhanced maternity leave
Business Environment
Lockheed Martin (UK) Ampthill is a rapidly changing, dynamic part of the Lockheed Martin Corporation with both domestic and international customers. It consists of business areas focusing on Platform Integration, Ground Based Air Defence, Special Projects and Weapons, which provide a variety of products and services to the Ministry of Defence and other customers. We are looking for talented individuals to join the company, in return we offer an exciting and challenging career path and excellent work/life balance with a 4 day week (Mon-Thurs) and flexible working arrangements.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Lockheed Martin is committed to upholding principles of equal opportunity, fostering a work environment that is aligned with our core values of integrity, respect, and exceptional performance. We recognize the importance of leveraging the unique talents and experiences of all our employees to drive innovation, deliver superior solutions, and maximize value for our customers. Our focus is on identifying the most qualified candidate for each role, regardless of their background. If you are interested in a position, we invite you to share how your skills and perspectives could bolster our team and encourage you to apply, even if you feel your qualifications do not fully meet all the job criteria outlined in our advertisement. Furthermore, Lockheed Martin is dedicated to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive for all individuals. We are prepared to accommodate reasonable adjustments for applicants as needed. If you require assistance or adjustments to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact end ngIf: ame != 'jobtitleInJobDetails' && ame != 'jobdescriptionInJobDetails' -->
Job Expires
29/03/2027
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