Senior Aerospace Structural Engineer — Lead FEA & Aircraft Structures

Placements24; Centurion; Híbrido; ZAR 1.100.000 - 1.700.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical insurance

Retirement fund

Professional development

Paid annual leave

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 in Centurion, Gauteng, is seeking a Senior Aerospace Structural Engineer to lead design, analysis and testing of aircraft components, ensuring structural integrity and regulatory compliance. The role requires 10+ years in aerospace structures, expertise in FEA (NASTRAN/ANSYS), materials knowledge, CAD skills, and strong communication to mentor junior engineers.

You will collaborate with aerodynamics, systems and manufacturing teams to deliver safe, efficient aircraft structures for

Formación

• Master’s or PhD in aerospace/mechanical with structures focus.
• ≥10 years in aerospace structural engineering with aircraft design experience.
• Proficient in FEA tools (NASTRAN/ANSYS) and composites knowledge.
• CAD proficiency for structural design and detailing.
• Solid understanding of aerospace regulations (EASA/FAA).
• Excellent communication and mentoring abilities.

Responsabilidades

• Lead structural design and analysis of aircraft components, airframes, and related systems.
• Perform advanced stress, fatigue, and vibration analysis using FEA.
• Develop and validate structural test plans and procedures; oversee testing.
• Collaborate with aerodynamic, systems, and manufacturing engineers to optimize designs.
• Select and specify materials considering strength, weight, durability, and cost.
• Create drawings, specs, and reports for structural elements.
• Ensure designs meet aerospace regulatory standards.
• Investigate structural issues and implement corrective actions.
• Mentor junior engineers and promote technical rigor.
• Stay updated on advancements in structural engineering, materials, and manufacturing.

Conocimientos

Analytical thinking

Leadership

Mentoring

Problem solving

Educación

Master's degree or Ph.D. in Aerospace/Mechanical Engineering (Structures)

Herramientas

NASTRAN

ANSYS

CAD

FEA software

Descripción del empleo

Placements24 in Centurion, Gauteng, is seeking a Senior Aerospace Structural Engineer to lead design, analysis and testing of aircraft components, ensuring structural integrity and regulatory compliance. The role requires 10+ years in aerospace structures, expertise in FEA (NASTRAN/ANSYS), materials knowledge, CAD skills, and strong communication to mentor junior engineers.

You will collaborate with aerodynamics, systems and manufacturing teams to deliver safe, efficient aircraft structures for