FEA/Aircraft Stress Analysis Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Newport; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering company is seeking an FEA/Aircraft Stress Analysis Engineer in Newport, Wales. The candidate will be responsible for analyzing structural components, developing finite element models, and ensuring compliance with regulations such as FAR/CAR. The ideal candidate should possess strong skills in structural analysis tools and offer problem-solving capabilities in the aerospace field.

Qualifications

• Expertise in handling structural analysis tools like MSC Nastran/Patran.
• 2D & 3D Finite Element modeling experience required.
• Understanding of structural failure modes and review of strength requirements.

Responsibilities

• Analyze metallic and composite structural components.
• Develop Global Finite Element Models (GFEM) for loads.
• Ensure quality and timely delivery of projects.

Skills

Structural Analysis

Finite Element Modeling

MSC Nastran

HyperMesh

Problem-solving

Interpersonal Skills

Tools

MSC Nastran/Patran

HyperMesh

Excel

Mathcad

Python

TCL/Tk

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FEA/Aircraft Stress Analysis Engineer, newport, wales

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Client:

Cyient

Location:

newport, wales, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

27.06.2025

Expiry Date:

11.08.2025

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Job Description:

Cyient is a global engineering and technology solutions company. As a Design, Build, and Maintain partner for leading organizations worldwide, we take solution ownership across the value chain to help clients focus on their core, innovate, and stay ahead of the curve. We leverage digital technologies, advanced analytics capabilities, and our domain knowledge and technical expertise, to solve complex business problems.

With over 15,000 employees globally, we partner with clients to operate as part of their extended team in ways that best suit their organization’s culture and requirements. Our industry focus includes aerospace and defence, healthcare, telecommunications, rail transportation, semiconductor, geospatial, industrial, and energy.

Job Description:

• Analysis of Metallic & Composite structural components.
• Work with a team responsible for the review and analysis of aircraft structural modifications
• to show compliance to FAR/CAR etc. regulations.
• Development of Global Finite Element Model (GFEM) for loads.
• Development of DFEM for sizing parts having complex configuration.
• Development of Analysis templates using classical methods.
• Review technical presentations, interpret the results and present the same to Customer during PDR & CDR gates.
• Responsible for ensuring 100% quality and on-time delivery
• Conduct project review meetings to share the lessons learned and best practices to the team to improve quality
• Responsible for providing alternative solutions on field issues
• Responsible for process improvements by developing Automation tools
• Work on complex CAE problems to assist product development
• Perform Design Modifications as per need and validating the same with FEA
• Demonstrate Excellent Technical, Interpersonal and Problem-solving skill

Must to have skills:

• Expertise in handling various structural analysis tools preferably MSC Nastran/Patran, HyperMesh etc.
• 2D & 3D Finite Element modeling of simple, moderate and complex components (Plate, Hexahedral & tetrahedral elements) using MSC Nastran/Patran or HyperMesh
• Linear and non-linear static stress analysis (Geometric, Material and contact Linearity) using MSC Nastran/Patran
• Ability to interpret, modify MSC Nastran command statements in bulk data file and re-run analysis; Ability to de-bug FEA errors; perform batch runs for multiple BDFs etc.
• Good knowledge of Hand Calculations, able to propose methods for structural failure modes
• Review and understand Strength, stability and Durability requirements of structural components
• Able to perform F&DT analysis.
• Should be able to understand/modify TCL macros; Develop MS Excel templates and comprehend VBA in developing automation
• Should able to propose methodology and strategy for complex metallic and Composites build/update of FE Models in Patran/HyperMesh.
• Methods/Process/Procedures similar to Airbus, Boeing, Bombardier and or any defense programmes.

Desired Skills:

• Experience in scripting using Mathcad, VB,TCL/Tk, Python is an added advantage.
• Basic Knowledge of CAD tools is an added advantage.
• Experience in Product development life cycle of aircraft components from Design concept, Analysis to Manufacturing.
• Experience in the use of ISAMI, Airbus tools.
• Stress Signatory experience will be added advantage.