Principal Engineer - Structural Dynamics (Shock) | Hybrid

BAE Systems; Millom; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense and aerospace company is seeking a Principal/Senior Engineer – Structural to lead the development of functional requirements for submarine structures. This hybrid role offers the chance to collaborate on complex simulations and support critical engineering specifications essential for performance and durability. Candidates should have experience in structural calculations and knowledge of FEA software. An inclusive culture values diversity and merit.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Employee share plans

Health and wellbeing benefits

Shopping discounts

Annual incentive eligibility

Qualifications

• Experience of undertaking structural calculations.
• Understanding the principles of structural mechanics and dynamics.
• Experience of developing structural requirements and V&V evidence.
• Experience in presenting technical arguments clearly and simply.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of functional requirements for secondary structures.
• Oversee spatial design and drawing outputs.
• Undertake structural calculations and peer review checking.
• Lead the closure of issues during product lifecycle stages.

Skills

Structural calculations

Structural mechanics and dynamics understanding

Finite Element Analysis (FEA) software usage

Presentation of technical arguments

Work checking and approval

Tools

Abaqus FEA

Simcenter

Job description

A leading defense and aerospace company is seeking a Principal/Senior Engineer – Structural to lead the development of functional requirements for submarine structures. This hybrid role offers the chance to collaborate on complex simulations and support critical engineering specifications essential for performance and durability. Candidates should have experience in structural calculations and knowledge of FEA software. An inclusive culture values diversity and merit.