Aircraft Stress Engineer

Placements24; Queenstown; On-site; NZD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Retirement plan with employer contribu

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Aircraft Stress Engineer to join its Queenstown design and engineering team. You will analyze structural integrity of aircraft components under various loads, using advanced FEA tools to predict behavior and validate designs.

The role requires a Master's or PhD in aerospace or mechanical engineering with a structures focus, 7+ years in aircraft stress analysis, and strong collaboration with test engineers to deliver safe, lightweight solutions.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering with a specialization in structures.
• Minimum of 7 years of professional experience in aircraft stress analysis and structural design.
• Advanced proficiency in FEA software and techniques for static, dynamic, and fatigue analysis.
• Solid understanding of material science, mechanics of materials, and aerospace structural principles.
• Experience with composite and metallic structures analysis.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural analysis and stress calculations on aircraft components and assemblies using FEA software (e.g., NASTRAN, ANSYS).
• Determine the effects of operational loads, environmental factors, and material properties on structural integrity.
• Validate analytical results through testing and experimental data, collaborating with test engineers.
• Develop and refine design modifications to improve structural performance, reduce weight, and enhance safety margins.
• Prepare detailed technical reports documenting analysis methods, results, and recommendations.
• Ensure compliance with aerospace structural design codes, standards, and regulatory requirements (e.g., FAA, EASA).

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Master's or PhD in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering (structures)

Tools

FEA software (NASTRAN, ANSYS)

Composite and metallic structures analysis

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Aircraft Stress Engineer to join their design and engineering department in Queenstown. This vital role involves analyzing the structural integrity of aircraft components and systems under various load conditions, ensuring they meet rigorous safety and performance standards. You will utilize advanced computational methods and simulations to predict structural behavior and validate designs. The ideal candidate possesses a strong background in mechanical or aerospace engineering, expertise in Finite Element Analysis (FEA), and a commitment to pushing the boundaries of aerospace structural design and safety in Queenstown.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform structural analysis and stress calculations on aircraft components and assemblies using FEA software (e.g., NASTRAN, ANSYS).


• Determine the effects of operational loads, environmental factors, and material properties on structural integrity.


• Validate analytical results through testing and experimental data, collaborating with test engineers.


• Develop and refine design modifications to improve structural performance, reduce weight, and enhance safety margins.


• Prepare detailed technical reports documenting analysis methods, results, and recommendations.


• Ensure compliance with aerospace structural design codes, standards, and regulatory requirements (e.g., FAA, EASA).

Requirements

• Master's or PhD in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering with a specialization in structures.


• Minimum of 7 years of professional experience in aircraft stress analysis and structural design.


• Advanced proficiency in FEA software and techniques for static, dynamic, and fatigue analysis.


• Solid understanding of material science, mechanics of materials, and aerospace structural principles.


• Experience with composite and metallic structures analysis.


• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills for collaboration within the Queenstown engineering team.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and potential for bonuses.


• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.


• Retirement savings plan with employer contribution.


• Access to cutting-edge simulation tools and technology.


• Opportunities for career advancement and contribution to innovative aerospace projects.