Testia Ltd - Structures Test - Rig Design & Stress Engineer (m/f)

Airbus; Bristol; On-site; GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Structures Test - Rig Design & Stress Engineer to join their dynamic team. This role involves designing and testing high-precision aeronautical structures, utilizing advanced tools like CATIA V5 and 3DXperience. You will be responsible for ensuring that test rig concepts meet stringent quality standards and managing the integration of various systems. The company offers a flexible working environment and a comprehensive benefits package, making it an exciting opportunity for those passionate about engineering and innovation. If you're ready to contribute to cutting-edge projects in the aviation sector, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

25 days holidays + bank holidays

Pension scheme

Discretionary bonus scheme

Private Medical Insurance (PMI)

Access to discount shipping platform

Qualifications

• Experience in designing aeronautical structures or equivalent high precision projects.
• Proficient in 3D design of complex engineering structures.

Responsibilities

• Test rig concepts designed on time, cost & quality.
• Coordinate all internal and external contributors and stakeholders.

Skills

Design of aeronautical structures

3D Design (CATIA V5, 3DXperience)

Stress calculation

Materials testing

Supplier management

Fluent in English

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Degree in Aerospace

Degree in Materials

Degree in Physics

Tools

CATIA V5

3DXperience

Job description

Testia Ltd - Structures Test - Rig Design & Stress Engineer (m/f)

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Job Description:

We are currently looking for:

Structures Test - Rig Design & Stress Engineer (m/f)

Location: Filton, Bristol

Contract: Full time, fixed-term. 37.5 hours per week

Duties:

• Test Rig Concepts designed on time, cost & quality.
• Prepare a pre-design (3D study) for specification release.
• Integrate electrical, measurement and data system installation requirements.
• Provide detailed designs and data transfer for manufacturing.
• Ensure a configuration management of drawings and 3D data.
• Provide specimen interface drawings.
• Ensure test means interfaces are compliant with specimen loading areas.
• Support acceptance of test means after manufacturing.
• Provide expertise during the assembly of the test means in the laboratory.
• Coordinate all internal and external contributors/stakeholders/suppliers.
• Anticipate, identify and manage risks & opportunities.
• Participate in the Test Centre and weekly team meetings.
  
  

Our requirements:

• Design of aeronautical structures or equivalent high precision structural engineering projects (e.g. civil, marine, test rigs)
• 3D Design of complex engineering structures (CATIA V5 and/or 3DXperience).
• Stress calculation and checking (hand calculations and/or FEM sizing tool).
• Materials testing (optional)
• Experience in managing suppliers or participating in supplier selection (optional)
• Educated to degree level (or equivalent) in mechanical engineering or a related discipline (e.g. Aerospace, Structures, Materials, Physics).
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken
• Independent and structured way of working
• Ability to work in a team, resilience, flexibility
  
  

Benefits

• Flexible working hours (flexi-time)
• 25 days holidays + bank holidays with the option to purchase up to an additional 1 week
• Pension scheme
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• Private Medical Insurance (PMI) employee cover only
• Access to discount shipping platform
  
  

Contract:

End date for applicants: Friday 18th April 2025

Interviews: From w/c 14th April 2025

Start date: May 2025

Salary: circu £45,000 dependant on experience

Are you interested in a varied job in a motivated team? Then we look forward to receiving your application via our Workday system.

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Company:

Testia Limited

Contract Type:

Permanent

Experience Level:

Professional

Job Family:

Testing

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Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief.

Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all. As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process. Any impersonation of Airbus to do so should be reported to [e-mail] .

At Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and flexibly. Wherever possible, we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Quality Assurance

• Industries

  Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing

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