Stress Engineer - Rocket Propulsion

CBSbutler Ltd.; Kidderminster; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Rocket Propulsion Technology organization is seeking a Junior Stress Engineer in Kidderminster. This role involves structural modeling, stress assessments, and project documentation preparation, with training on FEA tools like Abaqus. Candidates should have a relevant engineering degree and enthusiasm to learn in a collaborative environment. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Benefits

Excellent benefits

Qualifications

• Degree (or equivalent) in relevant engineering field.
• Some knowledge of materials behaviour and structural analysis.
• Experience using FEA software such as ABAQUS.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the analysis of rocket motor hardware and propellant systems.
• Learn and apply software tools including Abaqus and Matlab.
• Support the assessment of materials and test results for validation.

Skills

Stress assessments

Structural modeling

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Education

Degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Structural Engineering or Materials Science

Tools

Abaqus

Altair-Hyperworks

Fortran

Matlab

Job description

Overview

Stress Engineer - Rocket Propulsion

• Salary: £32,000 - £40,000 + excellent benefits
• Location: Kidderminster (Hybrid available)

A truly unique opportunity to join a world leading Rocket Propulsion Technology organisation!

We develop and manufactures a range of solid propellant rocket motors for use in Defence & Security. The Design team is responsible for new and modified rocket motors and related systems. As a Junior Stress Engineer, you'll support analysis activities including structural modelling, stress assessments, and the preparation of documentation.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the analysis of rocket motor hardware and propellant systems using FEA tools.
• Learn and apply software tools such as Abaqus, Altair-Hyperworks, Fortran, and Matlab (training provided).
• Support the assessment of materials and test results to help validate structural models.
• Contribute to structural test plans and take part in design reviews and investigations.
• Help prepare project documentation such as analysis reports and design records.

Qualifications

• Degree (or equivalent) in Mechanical, Aerospace, Structural Engineering or Materials Science.
• Some knowledge of materials behaviour and structural analysis.
• Experience (academic or placement) using FEA software such as ABAQUS.
• Familiarity with CAD modelling is an advantage.
• Enthusiastic to learn, with strong problem-solving and teamwork skills.