Fatigue & Damage Tolerance Engineer

STR Group Limited; Bristol; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company in the UK is seeking a skilled F&D Engineer for a 6-month contract role. This position offers exposure to various aircraft programmes, including single aisle and widebody platforms. Candidates should possess a strong background in structural engineering and hold, or be close to holding, F&D approval signatory status. This role involves approving deliverables, owning technical scopes, and mentoring junior team members. Flexible work arrangements contribute to a great career advancement opportunity.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in F&D deliverables and leading resolution of fatigue and damage tolerance issues.
• Experience mentoring and supporting less experienced team members.
• Close to holding F&D approval signatory status is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Approve F&D deliverables and manage fatigue and damage tolerance issues.
• Own the technical scope for assigned projects.
• Contribute engineering solutions and process improvements.

Skills

Strong background in structural engineering

Familiarity with aircraft structural design principles

Ability to propose innovative ideas and solutions

Strong communication skills in English

Education

Engineering qualification focused on structural analysis

Tools

Airbus tools

Job description

We are working with a leading aerospace company to recruit a skilled F&DT Engineer for a 6-month contract. This role offers exposure to a variety of aircraft programmes, including single aisle and widebody platforms.

Key Responsibilities:

• Approve F&DT deliverables and lead the resolution of fatigue and damage tolerance issues
• Take ownership of the technical scope for assigned projects and tasks
• Contribute to engineering solutions and process improvements
• Mentor and support less experienced team members

Essential Skills & Experience:

• Strong background in structural engineering and analytical techniques
• Familiarity with overall aircraft structural design principles
• Hold, or be close to holding, F&DT approval signatory status
• Experience working with Airbus tools and ways of working (single aisle experience preferred, widebody also considered)
• Ability to propose innovative ideas and solutions
• Engineering qualification with a focus on structural analysis, fatigue, and damage tolerance
• Strong communication skills in English; experience in international or multi-cultural environments beneficial

Why Apply:

This is an excellent opportunity to work with a highly skilled team, tackling challenging projects across multiple aircraft programmes. Flexible work arrangements and exposure to the full product development lifecycle make this role ideal for engineers looking to advance their career in aerospace structures.