Aerospace Structures Engineer - FEA & Stress Expert

Placements24; Rustenburg; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation allowance

Contract extension potential

Access to advanced tools

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Aircraft Structures Engineer in Rustenburg, North West, to lead design, analysis, and testing of aircraft structural components. You will apply FEA methods (ANSYS, Nastran, Abaqus) and collaborate with design and manufacturing teams to ensure airworthiness and structural integrity.

The role requires 4+ years in aircraft structural design with strong knowledge of composites, aluminum and titanium materials, as well as aerospace standards (FAR Part 25, EASA CS-25).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Aerospace/Mechanical Engineering with a focus on structures.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural analysis and design of aircraft components using FEA software.
• Develop and validate structural test plans and procedures.
• Conduct stress, fatigue, and damage tolerance analyses for composites and metals.
• Collaborate with design engineers to integrate structural requirements.
• Prepare technical reports and specifications for structural components.
• Ensure compliance with aerospace standards (e.g., FAR Part 25, EASA CS-25).
• Review engineering drawings and manufacturing processes related to structures.
• Investigate structural failures and propose corrective actions.
• Support manufacturing teams with technical expertise during build phases.
• Stay current with advancements in aerospace structural design and materials.

Skills

FEA software

Structural design

Aerospace materials

CAD software

Multi-disciplinary teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Aerospace/Mechanical Engineering (Structures)

Tools

ANSYS

MSC Nastran

Abaqus

CATIA

SolidWorks

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an Aircraft Structures Engineer in Rustenburg, North West, to lead design, analysis, and testing of aircraft structural components. You will apply FEA methods (ANSYS, Nastran, Abaqus) and collaborate with design and manufacturing teams to ensure airworthiness and structural integrity.

The role requires 4+ years in aircraft structural design with strong knowledge of composites, aluminum and titanium materials, as well as aerospace standards (FAR Part 25, EASA CS-25).