Stress Analysis & integration Engineer (f/m)

Airbus Helicopters; Kraków; On-site; PLN 212,404 - 339,847; Full time

Job summary

Airbus Helicopters in Kraków, Poland, seeks a Stress Analysis & Integration Engineer to participate in the full product lifecycle. The role involves conducting stress analysis, contributing to certification processes, and ensuring compliance with airworthiness regulations. Candidates should have a Master’s degree in Aeronautical Engineering and over 7 years of experience in aircraft structures. Proficiency with tools like Nastran and a collaborative team spirit is essential. The position is a permanent, professional role in a diverse workplace.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of proven experience in stress analysis of aircraft structures.
• Familiarity with airworthiness regulations (EASA, FAA).
• Strong understanding of aircraft design, manufacturing processes, and structural testing.

Responsibilities

• Conduct static, fatigue, and damage tolerance analysis.
• Contribute to certification activities and design modifications.
• Define and execute stress analysis strategies for nacelle components.

Skills

Stress analysis

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Education

Master’s degree in Aeronautical, Mechanical, or Civil Engineering

Tools

Nastran

Hypermesh

ISAMI

Abaqus

Job description

Job Title

Stress Analysis & Integration Engineer – Airbus Commercial Engineering Center

Role Overview

As part of Airbus’s ambition to grow a proficient and competitive Engineering organisation, we are launching a Commercial Aircraft Engineering Centre in Poland. The role is within the “Propulsion airframe” domain and drives the full product lifecycle—from Research & Technology (R&T) through development and in‑service support. Responsibilities include analysis of Nacelle and Pylon Airframe products and integration stress compliance, contributing to proprietary air inlet or Pylon stress deliverables, and guiding supplier Nacelle component stress compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Structure stress static, fatigue and damage tolerance analysis and validation
• Justification and Certification:
  • Contribute to certification activities & design modifications (calculations, Stress Dossiers, SSR, drawings signature, etc.)
  • Sign concessions in support of production
• Technical Expertise & Support:
  • Participate on airworthiness subjects through OCC and present subjects to certification authorities when required
  • Support continuous product improvement
  • Develop expertise on the whole perimeter (pylon & engine mounts), serial and R&T activities
  • Provide operational support to the teams on‑demand, focusing on hot topics and crisis situations on serial and R&T perimeters
• Community and Knowledge Capitalization:
  • Be an integral part of the stress community (link with seniors and principals)
  • Actively contribute to the transformation platform
  • Be part of the technical community with leads and seniors, covering also FEM and vibrations
  • Be accountable for capitalization of knowledge
  • Ensure adherence and contribute to processes and capabilities’ continuous improvement
  • Develop your signatures rights
• Stress “buy” Components integration
• Define and execute stress analysis strategies for nacelle components, ensuring compliance with airworthiness regulations and internal standards, while understanding and adapting to Nacelle Manufacturer practices
• Oversee the preparation, review and approval of stress reports, justifications and technical documentation
• Coordinate with integration team and other engineering disciplines to integrate stress analysis results into the overall product development lifecycle
• Represent the stress team in technical reviews, design gates, and certification meetings with relevant authorities and customers
• Identify and mitigate potential structural risks, proposing innovative solutions and improvements to nacelle design
• Manage workload, resources and schedules for stress activities within WG1 to meet project deadlines
• Ensure adherence to quality standards and best practices in all stress engineering activities
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of stress analysis methodologies, tools and processes

Ideal Profile

Education & Experience

• Master’s degree in Aeronautical, Mechanical, or Civil Engineering, or a related field
• 7+ years of proven experience in stress analysis of aircraft structures, with significant experience in metallic and composite material behavior and associated analysis
• Familiarity with airworthiness regulations (EASA, FAA) and certification processes
• Strong understanding of aircraft design, manufacturing processes and structural testing
• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary and international team environment
• Fluency in English required

Technical Competencies

• Knowledge of Nastran, Hypermesh, ISAMI, Abaqus is a significant advantage

Soft Skills

• Leadership and good communication and listening skills
• Curiosity and problem‑solving oriented mindset
• Autonomy and team spirit
• Stakeholder management skills

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.

Employment Details

Company: Airbus Helicopters Polska Sp. z o.o.

Employment Type: Permanent

Experience Level: Professional

Job Family: Structure & Dynamic Systems Analysis

Equal Opportunity & Diversity Statement

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. Any impersonation of Airbus to request monetary exchange in the recruitment process should be reported to [e-mail].

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