Junior Stress Engineer: UAV Structures & Vibration

Windracers Ltd; Park Gate; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Windracers Ltd. is seeking an entry level Stress Engineer to analyze airframe structures, mechanisms, and payloads under static and dynamic loads. You will perform vibration, modal and fatigue analyses to verify performance for real-world operation.

You will work with the Airframe Lead and a Senior Stress Engineer, producing clear stress analysis documentation and supporting airworthiness certification. Right to work in the UK is required.

Qualifications

• Degree in Aerospace, Mechanical Engineering or similar.
• 2 years of professional experience in structural analysis of lightweight structures.
• Proficiency in FEA tools (Patran / Nastran preferable).
• Knowledge of composite metallic materials and failure modes is desirable.
• Right to work in the UK and vetting/clearance as required.

Responsibilities

• Perform FEA and hand calculations to assess strength, stiffness and fatigue life.
• Produce stress reports and supporting documents for design reviews.
• Conduct modal analyses to predict natural frequencies and dynamic responses.
• Collaborate with design engineers to optimize weight and manufacturability.
• Document results for airworthiness certification and quality records.

Skills

FEA

Patran

Nastran

Aerospace engineering

Education

Bachelor's in Aerospace/Mechanical

Tools

Patran

Nastran

Job description

Windracers Ltd. is seeking an entry level Stress Engineer to analyze airframe structures, mechanisms, and payloads under static and dynamic loads. You will perform vibration, modal and fatigue analyses to verify performance for real-world operation.

You will work with the Airframe Lead and a Senior Stress Engineer, producing clear stress analysis documentation and supporting airworthiness certification. Right to work in the UK is required.