Overview
Expleo are looking for a Stress Engineer. The successful candidate will conduct stress analysis in support of concessions teams for evaluation of non-conformances & repairs of civil aerospace products and their components and in support of the development of existing and new products/structures. We are able to offer this position on a permanent or contract basis.
Responsibilities
As the successful candidate, you will be expected to perform day-to-day tasks in the existing stress team, liaise with the other Engineering functions to deliver analysis reports and workfiles to the required standard according to the Programme, Technical Authority and Chief Engineers milestones.
Ensuring structural integrity aspects of the Components/Sub-modules
Carrying out Stress analysis calculations to assess design solutions for a whole range of tasks, potentially from concept repairs to fastener analysis.
Supporting the structural design process to ensure required quality is achieved within direct area of responsibility
Resolving technical issues independently. Reporting and escalating critical technical issues to the Chief Engineer and/or Technical Authority.
Supporting continuous improvement initiatives to increase team efficiency
Interfacing with adjacent work packages or sub-assemblies.
Mentoring engineers in his/her area of expertise.
Structural testing methods and results interpretation.
Skilled in tools such as CATIA V5, ISAMI, Hyperworks, SAP, NASTRAN, PATRAN, MATHCAD, EXCEL, PYTHON etc.
Qualifications
BEng or equivalent in Mechanical, Aerospace, Aeronautical Engineering or relevant subject
Essential skills
Strong interpersonal & communication skills.
Knowledge and experience in the design, development and qualification of airframes and vehicle systems, including expertise in one or more of:
In-depth knowledge of airframe static stress analysis techniques including hand calculation methods (including the use of MathCAD), finite element techniques (especially Nastran and Hypermesh), derivation of material and component allowable (including the use of statistical techniques);
In-depth knowledge of airframe fatigue substantiation including safe life and fracture mechanics techniques.
Knowledge of both metallic and composite structures.
Strong knowledge of the overall static structural substantiation process from definition of external loads through airframe finite element analysis to final check stress clearance;
Strong knowledge of the overall fatigue substantiation process from the derivation of component mean and working strengths, flight data gathering of fatigue loads, through fatigue life calculation methods to in-service aircraft monitoring;
Strong knowledge of the relevant airworthiness requirements related to airframes
Strong understanding of estimating and early recognition of change to aid in customer negotiations
Ability to juggle priorities and work streams
Develop repair solutions in conjunction with the Design Engineering team to overcome non conformance of components.
Desired skills
Leadership & team engagement
Experience
NASTRAN
SAP
Patran
Hyperworks
ISAMI
Python
CATIA
Primes/PASS/VPM
Benefits
Collaborative working environment - we stand shoulder to shoulder with our clients and our peers through good times and challenges
We empower all passionate technology loving professionals by allowing them to expand their skills and take part in inspiring projects
Expleo Academy - enables you to acquire and develop the right skills by delivering a suite of accredited training courses
Competitive company benefits such as medical and dental insurance, pension, life assurance, employee wellbeing programme, sports and social events, birthday hampers and much more!
Always working as one team, our people are not afraid to think big and challenge the status quo
As a Disability Confident Committed Employer we have committed to:
Ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible
Communicating and promoting vacancies
Offering an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for the job
Anticipating and providing reasonable adjustments as required
Supporting any existing employee who acquires a disability or long term health condition, enabling them to stay in work at least one activity that will make a difference for disabled people"We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age".
We treat everyone fairly and equitably across the organisation, including providing any additional support and adjustments needed for everyone to thrive