Stress Engineer

Guidant Global; Sydenham; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company is seeking a Stress Engineer in Belfast to perform static structural analysis on aircraft components. The role offers competitive pay of £46-£52 per hour, a 36-hour work week, and a supportive, inclusive environment. This opportunity is onsite with no travel required, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds. Security clearance will be needed.

Benefits

Competitive Pay

Work-Life Balance

Growth & Development

Inclusive Environment

Qualifications

• Strong experience in stress engineering; experience is valued over formal qualifications.
• Ideally, previous T400 Concessions Approval, relevant stress or concessions experience welcome.
• Experience with aircraft (civil or military) or relevant product knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Carry out static structural analysis on composite and metallic aircraft components.
• Analyse and validate structures for static strength, fatigue, and damage tolerance.
• Produce strength margins using validated Airbus methods.

Skills

Stress engineering

Technical problem-solving

Teamwork

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.