Aircraft Structural Repair Engineer

Airbus; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,000,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Airbus is looking for a Structural Repair Engineer in Bengaluru, India, responsible for ensuring timely aircraft return-to-service by providing optimal structural repair solutions. This role offers the chance to engage in design and stress analysis while collaborating with diverse stakeholders.

The ideal candidate has over 6 years of experience and a strong foundation in structural design. Responsibilities include assessing damage scenarios, proposing repair solutions, and preparing technical documents.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in structural design and/or stress analysis.
• Ability to work under pressure and independently.
• Strong foundation in structural repair solutions.

Responsibilities

• Assess damage scenarios for aircraft.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams for repairs.
• Prepare technical justification documents for repairs.

Skills

Structural design knowledge

Stress analysis

F&T analysis

Communication skills

Job description

The Structural Repair Engineer is responsible for ensuring the timely return‑to‑service of commercial aircraft by delivering optimal structural repair solutions that meet airworthiness standards, minimize maintenance costs, and uphold safety. This role involves design and/or stress analysis, stakeholder coordination, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Experience Required: 6+ years

Repair Assessment & Solution Development

• Assess damage scenarios using appropriate inputs and aircraft configuration drawings
• Perform hand calculations and/or computer‑based analysis
• Propose and evaluate structural repair solutions considering time, cost, and safety
• Utilize existing technical and airworthiness delegations to develop approved repairs for aerostructures (Pylon / NCF/ FAF/ Highlift/ RFE)

Stakeholder Collaboration

• Liaise with cross‑functional teams including Design, Stress/Fatigue, Materials, and Performance
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to validate assumptions and ensure compliance

Documentation & Approval

• Prepare technical justification documents (Design and/or Stress)
• Secure necessary approvals for repair solutions
• Respond to customer technical queries related to repairs

Fleet Standards & Data Analysis

• Propose standard repairs for fleet‑wide updates to SRM, ISB, etc.
• Analyse in‑service data to initiate corrective actions and follow‑ups
• Ensure compliance with KPIs such as On‑Time Delivery (OTD)
• Identify and support local business improvement initiatives
• Ensure timely response, effective monitoring, and reporting

Required Skills & Expertise

• Strong foundation in structural design and/or stress analysis (including F&DT)
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively under pressure
• Flexibility to operate in a multicultural, international environment
• Passion for solving real‑world in‑service aircraft structural issues

Ideal Candidate Attributes

• Excellent communication and influencing skills
• Proactive mindset with a drive for continuous learning
• Strong interpersonal skills to foster collective problem‑solving
• Ownership and clarity in defining contributions to team goals