Aircraft Structures Engineer

Placements24; Mossel Bay; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

State-of-the-art tools and techniques

Mossel Bay location

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Aircraft Structures Engineer to join their Mossel Bay engineering team. The role focuses on ensuring the structural integrity, safety and performance of aircraft by analyzing, designing and testing structural components, from concept to maintenance.

You will use FEA tools (NASTRAN, ANSYS), perform stress and fatigue analyses, develop test plans, and collaborate with manufacturing to ensure producibility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Structural Engineering.
• Proficiency with structural analysis software such as NASTRAN, ANSYS, or similar FEA tools.
• Excellent analytical skills, problem-solving capabilities, and meticulous attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Analyze the structural integrity of aircraft components and assemblies using advanced engineering principles and finite element analysis (FEA) tools.
• Design and develop new aircraft structures or modifications to existing ones, ensuring compliance with airworthiness standards and performance requirements.
• Conduct stress analysis, fatigue life assessment, and damage tolerance evaluations for critical structural parts.
• Develop and execute test plans for structural components and assemblies, interpreting results and documenting findings.
• Collaborate with manufacturing teams to ensure designs are feasible for production and oversee structural repairs.
• Prepare technical reports, drawings, and specifications for structural designs and analyses.

Skills

FEA tools

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Mechanical/Aerospace/Structural Engineering

Tools

NASTRAN

ANSYS

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a skilled and detail-oriented Aircraft Structures Engineer to join their engineering department in Mossel Bay . This role is crucial for ensuring the structural integrity, safety, and performance of aircraft by analyzing, designing, and testing structural components and systems. You will engage with complex engineering challenges, contributing to the lifecycle of aircraft structures from conception through to maintenance. This position offers a unique opportunity to apply your expertise in a dynamic aerospace environment, contributing to the robustness and longevity of aircraft.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze the structural integrity of aircraft components and assemblies using advanced engineering principles and finite element analysis (FEA) tools.
• Design and develop new aircraft structures or modifications to existing ones, ensuring compliance with airworthiness standards and performance requirements.
• Conduct stress analysis, fatigue life assessment, and damage tolerance evaluations for critical structural parts.
• Develop and execute test plans for structural components and assemblies, interpreting results and documenting findings.
• Collaborate with manufacturing teams to ensure designs are feasible for production and oversee structural repairs.
• Prepare technical reports, drawings, and specifications for structural designs and analyses.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Structural Engineering.
• Proven experience in aircraft structures design, analysis, or testing.
• Proficiency with structural analysis software such as NASTRAN, ANSYS, or similar FEA tools.
• Strong understanding of material science, mechanics of materials, and aerospace structural principles.
• Knowledge of aerospace standards and regulations related to aircraft structures.
• Excellent analytical skills, problem-solving capabilities, and meticulous attention to detail.

Benefits

• A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package tailored to experienced engineers.
• Opportunity to work on advanced aircraft projects within a respected organization.
• Exposure to state-of-the‑art engineering tools and methodologies.
• Continuous professional development and training opportunities.
• A collaborative work environment located in the scenic area of Mossel Bay .