Stress Engineer

Airbus; Belfast; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aircraft manufacturer in Belfast is seeking a Stress Engineer to perform structural analysis and collaborate with a dedicated team. The position offers competitive pay of £46-£52 per hour, a standard 36-hour work week, and no travel requirements. Ideal candidates should have strong experience in stress engineering and a passion for technical problem-solving. Join us to help shape the future of aviation!

Benefits

Competitive Pay

Work-Life Balance

Inclusive Environment

Growth & Development

Qualifications

• Strong experience in stress engineering is essential.
• Ideal candidates have T400 Concessions Approval or equivalent experience.
• Familiarity with aircraft (civil/military) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Carry out static structural analysis on aircraft components.
• Produce strength margins using validated Airbus methods.
• Collaborate closely with other stress analysts.

Skills

Structural analysis

Technical problem-solving

Team collaboration

Job description

Stress Engineer - Belfast (Onsite)

Join Airbus in Belfast as a Stress Engineer and help shape the future of aviation!

About the Opportunity

At Airbus, the world’s leading aircraft manufacturer, we’re looking for a passionate Stress Engineer to join our A220 Fuselage Analysis Engineering Team in Belfast. You’ll work alongside the assembly line, seeing the impact of your work every day, and be part of a supportive team of technical specialists and engineering leads who are dedicated to finding innovative solutions for Airbus products.

What You’ll Do

• Carry out static structural analysis on both composite and metallic aircraft components.
• Analyse and validate metallic, composite, and hybrid structures at component level for static strength, fatigue, and damage tolerance.
• Produce strength margins or reserve factors using validated Airbus methods and sizing processes.
• Provide stress analyses for the repair and acceptance of metallic, composite, and hybrid structures.
• Ensure all work meets airworthiness requirements for aircraft structures.
• Collaborate closely with other stress analysts and the wider Plant Engineering Team.

What We’re Looking For

• Strong experience in stress engineering - experience is valued over formal qualifications.
• Ideally, previous T400 Concessions Approval (but we welcome applicants with relevant stress and/or concessions experience, even if you don’t currently hold this approval).
• Experience with aircraft (civil or military) or relevant product knowledge.
• A passion for technical problem‑solving and teamwork.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive Pay: £46‑£52 per hour (Umbrella, depending on experience) or PAYE equivalent.
• Work‑Life Balance: Standard 36‑hour week (4.5 days, between 7am‑7pm, hours agreed at business discretion).
• No Travel Required: This role is based onsite in Belfast, with no travel expected.
• Inclusive Environment: We welcome applications from all backgrounds—there are no nationality or other restrictions for this role.
• Growth & Development: Work alongside industry experts, gain hands‑on experience with cutting‑edge aircraft, and develop your career in a world‑class engineering environment.

Additional Information

• Security clearance (BPSS+) required (completed by Airbus Security).

Ready to take your next step with Airbus and Guidant Global? Apply today and help us build the future of flight!