FDT Engineer: Wing Structures & Analysis Lead

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

Job summary

A leading aerospace company in Filton is seeking a Fatigue & Damage Tolerance Engineer to join their Wing Analysis Engineering team. This role involves leading technical projects, mentoring junior engineers, and utilizing advanced engineering techniques to drive innovative solutions. The ideal candidate will possess experience in structures engineering, knowledge of aircraft design principles, and excellent communication skills. Competitive pay and a supportive team culture are on offer in this inclusive and international workplace.

Benefits

Competitive pay (£39.30 - £52.00 per hour)

Standard 35-hour working week

Supportive team culture

Development opportunities

International exposure

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.
• Background in engineering with expertise in fatigue and damage tolerance.
• Excellent communication skills in English; additional languages are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Approve F&DT deliverables and lead the resolution of technical challenges.
• Own the technical scope of assigned projects and tasks.
• Support and mentor less experienced team members.
• Collaborate in a multi-national environment.

Skills

Experience in structures engineering and analytical techniques

Strong knowledge of aircraft structural design principles

Excellent communication skills in English

Familiarity with Airbus tools

Education

Background in engineering

Job description

A leading aerospace company in Filton is seeking a Fatigue & Damage Tolerance Engineer to join their Wing Analysis Engineering team. This role involves leading technical projects, mentoring junior engineers, and utilizing advanced engineering techniques to drive innovative solutions. The ideal candidate will possess experience in structures engineering, knowledge of aircraft design principles, and excellent communication skills. Competitive pay and a supportive team culture are on offer in this inclusive and international workplace.