Aircraft Structures Engineer

Placements24; Upington; Hybride; ZAR 900 000 - 1 100 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional development

Résumé du poste

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Aircraft Structures Engineer for our Upington facility in the Northern Cape. The role blends on-site engineering with flexible remote work and focuses on design, analysis, testing, and certification of aircraft structural components.

You will perform stress analyses with FEA tools (ANSYS/NASTRAN/ABAQUS), develop repair schemes, and ensure compliance with airworthiness standards while collaborating across manufacturing, testing, and QA teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in aerospace or mechanical engineering with structures specialization.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in aircraft structural design and analysis.
• Proficiency in FEA software: ANSYS, NASTRAN, or ABAQUS.
• Strong knowledge of structural mechanics, materials science, fatigue and fracture.
• Experience with composite and metallic aircraft structures.
• Ability to read and interpret complex drawings and specs.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.
• Willing to work a hybrid schedule.
• Knowledge of aerospace certification processes a plus.

Responsabilités

• Design, analyze, and validate aircraft structural components and assemblies.
• Perform stress analysis using Finite Element Analysis (FEA) software to ensure structural integrity under various load conditions.
• Develop and document structural repair schemes for in-service aircraft.
• Create detailed engineering drawings, specifications, and reports.
• Ensure designs comply with all relevant aerospace regulations, airworthiness directives, and company standards.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, testing, and quality assurance teams throughout the product lifecycle.
• Participate in structural testing activities and analyze test results.
• Support production by resolving structural-related issues.
• Stay current with advancements in structural engineering materials and methodologies.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives for structural design processes.

Connaissances

Analytical thinking

Teamwork

Problem solving

Communication

Reading engineering drawings

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering or Mechanical Engineering (structures specialization)

Outils

ANSYS

NASTRAN

ABAQUS

Description du poste

About the Role

Our client, a leader in aircraft manufacturing and modification, is seeking a talented Aircraft Structures Engineer to contribute to exciting projects from their facility in Upington, Northern Cape . This role embraces a hybrid work model, combining on-site engineering collaboration with flexible remote working arrangements. The Aircraft Structures Engineer will be responsible for the design, analysis, testing, and certification of aircraft structural components and systems. This includes performing stress analysis, developing repair schemes, and ensuring structural integrity meets rigorous airworthiness standards. The ideal candidate possesses a strong foundation in structural mechanics, proficiency in FEA software, and a keen eye for detail. Join an innovative team driving advancements in aerospace technology and contribute to the development of state-of-the-art aircraft structures.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, analyze, and validate aircraft structural components and assemblies.
• Perform stress analysis using Finite Element Analysis (FEA) software to ensure structural integrity under various load conditions.
• Develop and document structural repair schemes for in-service aircraft.
• Create detailed engineering drawings, specifications, and reports.
• Ensure designs comply with all relevant aerospace regulations, airworthiness directives, and company standards.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, testing, and quality assurance teams throughout the product lifecycle.
• Participate in structural testing activities and analyze test results.
• Support production by resolving structural-related issues.
• Stay current with advancements in structural engineering materials and methodologies.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives for structural design processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline with a specialization in structures.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in aircraft structural design and analysis.
• Proficiency in using FEA software packages such as ANSYS, NASTRAN, or ABAQUS.
• Strong understanding of structural mechanics, materials science, and fatigue and fracture analysis.
• Experience with composite and metallic structures in aircraft applications.
• Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Good communication and teamwork capabilities.
• Willingness to work a hybrid schedule, adapting to both remote and on-site collaboration needs.
• Knowledge of aerospace certification processes is a plus.

Benefits

• Our client provides a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical aid, retirement fund, and opportunities for professional development.
• This hybrid role offers the flexibility to balance work and personal life effectively.

The position is located in Upington, Northern Cape , a region known for its clear skies and growing industrial base. Join a company that is at the forefront of aerospace innovation and offers significant career advancement opportunities. Work on challenging and rewarding projects that contribute to the future of aviation. Our client fosters a culture of collaboration, innovation, and safety, ensuring a supportive and dynamic work environment.