Aerospace Structures Engineer — Stress & Repair Design

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; On-site; ZAR 520,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement benefits

Professional training

Annual leave

Job summary

Placements24 in Mahikeng, North West, South Africa, seeks an Aircraft Structures Engineer to ensure airworthiness, perform repairs and stress analysis per SACAA standards.

Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Civil Engineering with 4+ years in aircraft structures and experience with FEM/FEA and CAD tools.

You will join a safety‑focused team in a reputable aviation company with opportunities for professional development. Competitive salary and benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant engineering field.
• 4+ years in aircraft structural engineering or related aerospace discipline.
• Knowledge of aviation repair standards and practices.
• Proficiency in structural analysis and CAD/FEA tools.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed structural analysis and calculations for repairs and modifications on various aircraft types.
• Develop engineering drawings, repair schemes, and modification plans based on analysis and regulatory requirements.
• Assess damage to aircraft structures and determine the most effective and compliant repair methods.
• Collaborate with maintenance teams, quality assurance, and regulatory bodies to ensure adherence to standards.
• Perform stress analysis using appropriate software tools to validate repair designs and assess structural integrity.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, including repair manuals and engineering reports.

Skills

Structural analysis

FEM/FEA

CAD software

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

FEM/FEA tools

CAD software

Stress analysis software

Job description

Placements24 in Mahikeng, North West, South Africa, seeks an Aircraft Structures Engineer to ensure airworthiness, perform repairs and stress analysis per SACAA standards.

Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Civil Engineering with 4+ years in aircraft structures and experience with FEM/FEA and CAD tools.

You will join a safety‑focused team in a reputable aviation company with opportunities for professional development. Competitive salary and benefits.