Fatigue & Damage Tolerance Engineer - Flexible Hours

Guidant Global; Filton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A major aerospace engineering firm in Filton seeks a passionate Fatigue & Damage Tolerance Engineer to join the Wing Analysis Engineering team. This position requires expertise in structures engineering, strong knowledge of aircraft structural design, and familiarity with Airbus tools. You will lead technical projects, mentor team members, and contribute innovative solutions in a collaborative environment. The role offers competitive pay and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive pay: £39.30/hour (PAYE) or up to £52.00/hour (Umbrella)

Standard 35-hour working week, flexible hours

Opportunity for personal and technical growth

Supportive team culture with mentoring opportunities

International exposure in engineering projects

Qualifications

• Experience in structures engineering and analytical techniques.
• Strong knowledge of aircraft structural design principles.
• Approver status (or close to obtaining) in F&DT analysis.
• Excellent communication skills in English; additional languages are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Approving F&DT deliverables and leading resolution of technical challenges.
• Owning the technical scope of assigned projects.
• Contributing engineering solutions based on experience.
• Supporting mentoring for less experienced team members.
• Collaborating in an international and multi-national environment.

Skills

Structures engineering

Analytical techniques

Aircraft structural design principles

Fatique and damage tolerance expertise

Excellent communication skills

Education

Engineering background

Tools

Airbus tools

Job description

A major aerospace engineering firm in Filton seeks a passionate Fatigue & Damage Tolerance Engineer to join the Wing Analysis Engineering team. This position requires expertise in structures engineering, strong knowledge of aircraft structural design, and familiarity with Airbus tools. You will lead technical projects, mentor team members, and contribute innovative solutions in a collaborative environment. The role offers competitive pay and opportunities for professional growth.