Principal Structural Dynamics Engineer — Shock & Vibration

BAE Systems.; Barrow-in-Furness; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense contractor in Barrow-in-Furness is seeking a Principal/Senior Engineer specializing in Structural (Shock & Dynamics) to lead the development of functional requirements and oversee design outputs. Candidates should have experience in structural calculations, understanding of dynamics, and familiarity with FEA Software. This position offers a competitive salary of up to £57,500 and hybrid working arrangements.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Employee share plans

Flexible health and wellbeing benefits

Green car scheme

Private health plans

Shopping discounts

Qualifications

• Experience of undertaking structural calculations.
• Understanding the principles of structural mechanics and dynamics.
• Experience of developing structural requirements and V&V evidence.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of functional requirements and supporting V&V evidence.
• Oversee spatial design and drawing outputs for secondary structures.
• Ensure compliance through written calculations and reports.

Skills

Structural calculations

Understanding of structural mechanics and dynamics

Developing structural requirements and V&V evidence

Finite Element Analysis (FEA) Software

Presenting technical arguments clearly

Checking and approving work

Tools

Abaqus FEA

Simcenter

Job description

A leading defense contractor in Barrow-in-Furness is seeking a Principal/Senior Engineer specializing in Structural (Shock & Dynamics) to lead the development of functional requirements and oversee design outputs. Candidates should have experience in structural calculations, understanding of dynamics, and familiarity with FEA Software. This position offers a competitive salary of up to £57,500 and hybrid working arrangements.