Fatigue and Damage Tolerance Engineer (Delegated Signatory)

Airbus; Broughton; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit share

Pension scheme

Share options

Car leasing scheme

On-site parking

Tech discounts

Wellbeing programs

Job summary

Airbus Operations Limited in Broughton seeks an entry-level Fatigue & Damage Tolerance (F&DT) Engineer to join the Wing Analysis team. You will contribute to F&DT work on wing structures across the A400M and civil programs, with hybrid working arrangements.

Applicants should hold an Engineering degree with a Structural Analysis background and have knowledge of F&DT for metallic and composite structures, as well as toolsets like ISAMI, GISEH and Hyperworks/Nastran.

Qualifications

• Hold a degree in Engineering with a Structural Analysis background.
• Knowledge and experience of structural analysis in F&DT for both metallic and composite structures.
• Knowledge of Airbus F&DT analysis processes, methods, and toolsets (ISAMI, GISEH, Hyperworks/Nastran).
• Requirement: Candidates must hold Industry recognised F&DT Approval (Check) Signatory or the capability to achieve this within a short timeframe.
• Ability to collaborate and influence within a dynamic team to drive decisions within a complex network at a strategic level.
• Interest in developing digital solutions associated with engineering activities; Python proficiency is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Perform or lead the resolution of F&DT problems relating to wing structures, modifications, and non-conformances.
• Approve F&DT deliverables and be responsible for the technical scope of projects, providing steering to fellow engineers and suppliers.
• Collaborate with Digitalisation teams to implement automation, optimisation, and transformation tools.
• Drive the professional growth of the team and shape the next generation of engineers by fostering both technical expertise and leadership behaviours.

Skills

Structural analysis

FDT (Fatigue & Damage Tolerance)

Python

Team collaboration

Education

Engineering degree (Structural Analysis background)

Tools

ISAMI

GISEH

Hyperworks/Nastran

Job description

Job Description

Fatigue & Damage Tolerance (F&DT) Engineer Opportunities

SECURITY CLEARANCE: Eligibility to gain BPSS check (including a criminal record check)

TRAVEL REQUIRED: Occasional travel within UK and international

LOCATION: Broughton (hybrid working available)

TYPE: Full time

What's In It For You

• Financial Reward: Competitive salary, annual profit share, contributory pension, share options, car leasing scheme, free onsite parking, tax-free technology scheme, shopping discounts and much more


• Work / Life Balance: 35 hour week, flexible working around core hours, hybrid working and flexible working, option to buy/sell holiday (AP+)


• Personal Development: Personalised development plan, Airbus Leadership University and unlimited access to 10,000+ E-learning courses, internal mobility including international opportunities


• Health & Wellbeing: Bupa health insurance (including assisted fertility treatments and gender dysphoria & reassignment support)(AP+), wellbeing benefits (including 24/7 online GP and mental health support), discounted family health / dental insurance / eye tests, cycle-to-work scheme, on-site canteen and coffee shop, lunchtime yoga / meditation


• Family and Caregiving: Life assurance, enhanced pay for parental leave (23 weeks at 100% pay), adoption / shared parental / caregiving leave, purpose built maternity rooms on site


• Inclusive Environment: Wellbeing room, Multi-faith room, Employee Representative Groups (Gender, LGBTQ+, International, Generational, Disability, Social & Cultural Diversity, Neurodiversity)

Our world is changing. And so are we. From our commitment to zero-carbon flight (#ZEROe) to cleaning up space, sustainability is at the heart of our purpose.

Join our Wing Analysis Engineering Team

Located alongside the Broughton Wing assembly lines, you will have the fantastic opportunity to see the physical product every day. You will join a team of technical specialists passionate about finding solutions for the main wingbox, leading edge, and control surfaces across the A400M and civil programs, including Single Aisle, Long Range, and the A350.

How You Will Contribute To The Team

• Perform or lead the resolution of F&DT problems relating to wing structures, modifications, and non-conformances.


• Approve F&DT deliverables and be responsible for the technical scope of projects, providing steering to fellow engineers and suppliers.


• Collaborate with Digitalisation teams to implement automation, optimisation, and transformation tools.


• Drive the professional growth of the team and shape the next generation of engineers by fostering both technical expertise and leadership behaviours.

About You

• Hold a degree in Engineering with a Structural Analysis background.


• Knowledge and experience of structural analysis in F&DT for both metallic and composite structures.


• Knowledge of Airbus F&DT analysis processes, methods, and toolsets (ISAMI, GISEH, Hyperworks/Nastran).


• Requirement: Candidates must hold Industry recognised F&DT Approval (Check) Signatory or the capability to achieve this within a short timeframe.


• Ability to collaborate and influence within a dynamic team to drive decisions within a complex network at a strategic level.


• Interest in developing digital solutions associated with engineering activities; Python proficiency is advantageous.

Not a 100% match? No worries! Airbus supports your personal growth with customised development solutions.

How We Can Support You

Many of our staff work flexibly in many different ways, including part-time. Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you need and we will always do our best to accommodate your request.

Please let us know if you need us to make any adjustments for the selection process - you can share this with your Talent Acquisition Partner if you are invited to interview. Examples may include (but not exclusive to) accessible facilities; auxiliary aids; room layout, etc. Any information disclosed will be treated in the strictest confidence.

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This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Company:

Airbus Operations Limited

Employment Type:

Permanent

Experience Level:

Entry Level

Job Family:

Structure & Dynamic Systems Analysis

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