Senior Engineer - Structural Analysis

Pilatus Flugzeugwerke AG; Stans; On-site; CHF 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Individual pension solutions

Training and development opportunities

Discounted meals in staff restaurant

Team events

Job summary

Pilatus Flugzeugwerke AG in Stans, Switzerland, is seeking a Senior Engineer - Structural Analysis to perform classical stress analyses and FEA for metallic structures. You will develop substantiation documentation and test plans to support certification activities, working with design, certification, and airworthiness teams.

The role requires 5+ years in aerospace stress analysis, proficiency with NASTRAN/FEMAP, and knowledge of CS-23.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Aeronautical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline.
• Around 5+ years of experience in aerospace stress analysis, including metallic aircraft structures.
• Proficiency with FEA tools such as NASTRAN, FEMAP, or comparable software.
• Knowledge of CS-23 certification requirements; cabin or cockpit structures experience is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Perform classical stress analyses and finite element analyses (FEA) for primary and secondary metallic aircraft structures.
• Develop stress reports, structural substantiation documents, test plans, and test reports to support certification activities.
• Support compliance demonstration activities in accordance with CS-23 certification requirements.
• Collaborate with design, certification, and multidisciplinary engineering teams to resolve structural challenges.
• Interface with suppliers, internal stakeholders, and airworthiness authorities throughout the development process.
• Take ownership of structural topics within a fast-paced and evolving aircraft development project.

Skills

Engineering judgement

English communication

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Proactive mindset

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Aeronautical/Mechanical Engineering

Tools

NASTRAN

FEMAP

Other FEA tools

Job description

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Senior Engineer - Structural Analysis

Company: Pilatus Flugzeugwerke AG

Vacant since: 16.10.2026

• Location 6370 Stans (NW)
• Workload 100%
• Employment start By agreement
• Employment duration Permanent

Your Tasks

• Perform classical stress analyses and finite element analyses (FEA) for primary and secondary metallic aircraft structures
• Develop stress reports, structural substantiation documents, test plans, and test reports to support certification activities
• Support compliance demonstration activities in accordance with CS-23 certification requirements
• Collaborate with design, certification, and multidisciplinary engineering teams to resolve structural challenges
• Interface with suppliers, internal stakeholders, and airworthiness authorities throughout the development process
• Take ownership of structural topics within a fast-paced and evolving aircraft development project

With this you convince us

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Aeronautical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline
• Around 5+ years of experience in aerospace stress analysis, including metallic aircraft structures
• Proficiency with FEA tools such as NASTRAN, FEMAP, or comparable analysis software
• Knowledge of CS-23 certification requirements; experience with cabin or cockpit structures is advantageous
• Open-minded, adaptable, and proactive, with strong engineering judgement and a solution-oriented mindset
• Strong communication skills in English (C1) written and spoken, and the ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams. would be an advantage

What we offer

• A committed, international team and unique projects
• Flexible working hours and individual pension solutions
• Support for training and opportunities for personal and professional development
• Discounted meals in our staff restaurant and various discounts for employees
• Team events at which we celebrate our successes together

Become part of the Pilatus family

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