Senior Stress Engineer – Hybrid Defence Structural Lead

Innovate Recruitment Ltd; St Albans; Hybrid; GBP 49,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace defense firm is seeking a highly capable Senior Stress Engineer to lead structural design for advanced military platforms. This hybrid role involves collaboration across disciplines and requires strong analytical skills, including CAE tool usage. Candidates must possess a relevant engineering degree and experience in complex structural analysis. Benefits include a performance bonus, a robust pension scheme, and exceptional family leave. Strong communicators and mentors will thrive in this role.

Benefits

Annual performance bonus up to £2,500

Pension scheme with up to 14% contributions

Flexible leave up to 15 additional days

Enhanced family leave benefits

On-site facilities including subsidised catering

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or Structural Analysis.
• Proven track record in structural analysis work packages.
• Strong in both classical and CAE analytical techniques.

Responsibilities

• Lead the structural design and development for defence systems.
• Perform CAE-based simulations and classical analysis.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders.

Skills

Planning and leading complex structural analysis

Using CAE tools

Technical documentation skills

Mentoring junior engineers

Excellent communication skills

Education

Degree in relevant engineering or scientific discipline

Tools

HyperWorks

Job description

A leading aerospace defense firm is seeking a highly capable Senior Stress Engineer to lead structural design for advanced military platforms. This hybrid role involves collaboration across disciplines and requires strong analytical skills, including CAE tool usage. Candidates must possess a relevant engineering degree and experience in complex structural analysis. Benefits include a performance bonus, a robust pension scheme, and exceptional family leave. Strong communicators and mentors will thrive in this role.