Aircraft Structures Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement benefits

Professional development

Stable aviation role

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Aircraft Structures Engineer to join its Richards Bay engineering team. You will analyze, design, modify, and repair aircraft structures, ensuring airworthiness and compliance with SACAA, EASA, and FAA standards.

The role demands a strong background in structural mechanics, materials science, and hands-on collaboration with maintenance and manufacturing teams. A minimum of five years in aircraft structural analysis is required, with expertise in FEA tools such as ANSYS

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aeronautical Engineering with a specialization in Structures.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in aircraft structural analysis and design.
• Proficiency in Finite Element Analysis (FEA) software (e.g., ANSYS, NASTRAN).
• Strong understanding of aircraft materials, composite structures, and metallic structures.
• Knowledge of relevant aviation regulations and certification processes (e.g., SACAA, EASA, FAA).
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural analysis, including stress, fatigue, and damage tolerance assessments using FEA software.
• Design and develop modifications and repairs for aircraft structures, ensuring compliance with airworthiness directives and specifications.
• Collaborate with maintenance personnel to troubleshoot structural issues and implement effective solutions.
• Prepare detailed engineering drawings, technical reports, and repair schemes.
• Support manufacturing and repair processes, providing technical guidance and oversight.
• Stay updated on new materials, technologies, and regulatory changes affecting aircraft structures.

Skills

Structural analysis

FEA

Aerospace materials

Regulatory compliance

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering (Structures)

Tools

ANSYS

NASTRAN

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated Aircraft Structures Engineer to join their engineering team in Richards Bay . This role is essential for ensuring the structural integrity, safety, and performance of their aircraft fleet. You will be involved in the analysis, design, modification, and repair of aircraft structures, working closely with maintenance teams and manufacturing specialists. This position requires a strong technical background in structural mechanics and materials science, coupled with a commitment to upholding the highest standards of aviation safety and regulatory compliance within a hands-on environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform structural analysis, including stress, fatigue, and damage tolerance assessments using FEA software.
• Design and develop modifications and repairs for aircraft structures, ensuring compliance with airworthiness directives and specifications.
• Collaborate with maintenance personnel to troubleshoot structural issues and implement effective solutions.
• Prepare detailed engineering drawings, technical reports, and repair schemes.
• Support manufacturing and repair processes, providing technical guidance and oversight.
• Stay updated on new materials, technologies, and regulatory changes affecting aircraft structures.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aeronautical Engineering with a specialization in Structures.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in aircraft structural analysis and design.
• Proficiency in Finite Element Analysis (FEA) software (e.g., ANSYS, NASTRAN).
• Strong understanding of aircraft materials, composite structures, and metallic structures.
• Knowledge of relevant aviation regulations and certification processes (e.g., SACAA, EASA, FAA).
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning.
• A stable role within a reputable aviation company located in Richards Bay .
• Contribution to critical safety and maintenance programs for a vital fleet.