Performance and Dynamics Engineer

SEGULA Technologies; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity to join SEGULA Technologies as a Performance and Dynamics Engineer. You will lead the development of computational models for aircraft systems, working on innovative projects in the aerospace sector. This role blends technical expertise with real-world impact in performance engineering. Join us to help shape the future of flight!

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects

Potential for contract extension

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of mechanical/hydraulic systems in aerospace.
• Expertise in multi-body dynamic modelling and landing gear simulation.
• Degree (or equivalent) in an Engineering discipline.

Responsibilities

• Develop and run computational models at component, system, and aircraft level.
• Analyse static and dynamic loads, frequency response, modal stability.
• Drive design optimisation in collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams.

Skills

Mechanical systems knowledge

Hydraulic systems knowledge

Dynamic modelling expertise

Landing gear simulation

Shock absorber analysis

Education

Degree in Engineering

Tools

MATLAB/Simulink

Python

MSC ADAMS

AMESim

EASY5

Job description

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Company Description

Company Description

Join the world of the future in a fast-growing international company! At SEGULA Technologies you will have the opportunity to work on exciting projects and help shaping the future within an engineering company which is at the heart of innovation. SEGULA Technologies serves clients in the renewable energy (hydro, wind and solar), fossil fuel and thermal power sectors. We focus on design, construction, installation, commissioning, operation, maintenance, decommissioning and dismantling also covering logistics and documentation.

Job Description

Are you ready to power the future of flight? We're looking for an experienced and analytical Performance and Dynamics Engineer to join our Systems Engineering team and play a key role in shaping the next generation of aircraft systems.

️ About the Role

As a Performance and Dynamics Engineer, you'll work on cutting-edge Research & Technology programmes, new product development, and in-service support initiatives. Your work will directly influence how aircraft systems – particularly landing gear, hydraulics, shock absorbers, and extension/retraction systems – perform under real-world conditions.

You’ll build and validate models, run dynamic simulations, and collaborate across teams to optimise and verify complex mechanical and hydraulic systems. This is your opportunity to combine your technical expertise with real-world aerospace impact.

️ Key Responsibilities

• Develop and run computational models at component, system, and aircraft level
• Analyse static and dynamic loads, frequency response, modal stability, and shimmy
• Validate models against physical test data and refine simulations
• Define simulation cases, test requirements, and pass/fail criteria
• Drive design optimisation in collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams
• Ensure performance, cost, and quality objectives are met across the programme lifecycle
  
  

Qualifications

Essential Experience and Skills:

• Strong knowledge of mechanical/hydraulic systems in aerospace
• Expertise in multi-body dynamic modelling, landing gear simulation, and shock absorber analysis
• Experience with tools such as MATLAB/Simulink, Python, MSC ADAMS, AMESim, EASY5
• Working knowledge of FEA, system loads generation, and model integration
  
  

Desirable:

• Familiarity with electrical systems engineering, DOORS, airworthiness certification
• Knowledge of nose-wheel steering and vibration analysis
  
  

Qualifications:

• Degree (or equivalent) in an Engineering discipline
• Member of a professional engineering body is a plus
  
  

Additional Information

• 6 months FTC with potential for extension.
• Be part of a highly skilled multi-disciplinary team.
• Competitive day rate or salary package.
  
  

Your application will be reviewed based on your experience, skills and motivations.

Do not hesitate to reach out to us if you need any reasonable adjustments within the recruitment process. We are here to help you be at your best.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

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