Lead Static Stress Engineer – Aerospace Wing Analysis

Airbus; Broughton; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Annual profit share

Contributory pension

Share options

Car leasing scheme

Free onsite parking

Tax-free technology scheme

Shopping discounts

35 hour week

Personalised development plan

Airbus Leadership University

Job summary

Airbus Operations Limited in Broughton is seeking a Lead Static Stress Engineer to lead static structural deliverables and coordinate with cross-functional teams across aerospace programs, including A400M, Civil and defense projects. You will drive safety-certified analyses, manage scopes, and mentor engineers in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires a degree in Engineering with Structural Analysis, expertise in ISAMI/GISEH/FEA, and the ability to influence decisions at a senior level.

Qualifications

• Hold a degree in Engineering with a Structural Analysis background.
• Proficient in Static analysis processes, methods, and toolsets (ISAMI, GISEH, and Finite Element Analysis).
• Understanding of aircraft structural layouts, loading, and the mechanics of materials.
• Lead Static Stress Engineers: Industry recognised Stress Approval (Check) Signatory or the capability to achieve this within a short timeframe.
• Ability to collaborate and influence within a dynamic team to drive decisions; As a Lead and Senior Engineer you should be able to collaborate with stakeholders and influence decisions within a complex network at a strategic level.
• Interest in developing digital solutions associated with engineering activities; Python proficiency is advantageous

Responsibilities

• Perform, approve, or authorise static structural deliverables, ensuring solutions meet rigorous safety and certification standards.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to resolve engineering challenges and introduce disruptive changes to support manufacturing quality and efficiency.
• Define and manage technical project scopes, providing guidance to engineers and suppliers while acting as a liaison for Technical Authorities.
• Influence and innovate the future of aerospace by collaborating across teams to integrate automated workflows and optimisation tools into the development lifecycle, leading or supporting initiatives appropriate to your level of experience.
• Drive the professional growth of the team and shape the next generation of engineers by fostering both technical expertise and leadership behaviours.

Skills

Static analysis

ISAMI

GISEH

FEA

Education

Engineering degree (Structural Analysis)

Job description

Airbus Operations Limited in Broughton is seeking a Lead Static Stress Engineer to lead static structural deliverables and coordinate with cross-functional teams across aerospace programs, including A400M, Civil and defense projects. You will drive safety-certified analyses, manage scopes, and mentor engineers in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires a degree in Engineering with Structural Analysis, expertise in ISAMI/GISEH/FEA, and the ability to influence decisions at a senior level.