Senior Aircraft Structures Engineer

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Relocation assistance

Bonus structure

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Aircraft Structures Engineer for our Mahikeng-based design and engineering team. You will lead structural design, analysis, and integrity assessments for new aircraft components and modifications, ensuring safety and compliance with aviation standards.

The position requires advanced degrees in aerospace or mechanical structures, 7+ years of aerospace experience, and strong FEA/CAD proficiency to mentor junior engineers and drive innovative solutions.

Qualifications

• Master's or Ph.D. in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering with a structures focus.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in aircraft structural design and analysis.
• Proficiency in FEA software (NASTRAN, ANSYS) and CAD tools.
• In-depth knowledge of aircraft materials, composites, failure modes and damage tolerance.
• Strong understanding of aviation certification standards (FAR Part 25, CS 25).
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the structural design and analysis of aircraft components and systems using FEA and other advanced modeling techniques.
• Perform stress, fatigue, and fracture mechanics analyses to ensure structural integrity under various loads.
• Develop and validate repair schemes for damaged structures per airworthiness directives.
• Collaborate with manufacturing and maintenance teams to ensure designs are producible and supportable.
• Oversee testing and certification of new structural designs and repairs.
• Mentor and guide junior structural engineers to foster technical excellence.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Education

Master's or PhD in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering (structures)

Tools

NASTRAN

ANSYS

CAD tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly experienced Senior Aircraft Structures Engineer to join their innovative design and engineering team in Mahikeng. This role involves leading the structural design, analysis, and integrity assessment of new aircraft components and modifications. You will work on challenging projects, ensuring structural soundness, safety, and compliance with all relevant aviation regulations. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, a deep understanding of material science and structural mechanics, and the ability to mentor junior engineers. This is an opportunity to make a significant impact on the development of next-generation aircraft.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the structural design and analysis of aircraft components and systems using Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and other advanced modeling techniques.
• Perform stress analysis, fatigue analysis, and fracture mechanics calculations to ensure structural integrity under various load conditions.
• Develop and validate repair schemes for damaged aircraft structures, ensuring compliance with airworthiness directives.
• Collaborate with manufacturing and maintenance teams to ensure designs are feasible for production and support.
• Oversee the testing and certification of new structural designs and repair methodologies.
• Mentor and guide junior structural engineers, fostering technical excellence and professional growth.

Requirements

• Master's or Ph.D. in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering with a specialization in structures.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in aircraft structural design and analysis within the aerospace industry.
• Proficiency in FEA software (e.g., NASTRAN, ANSYS) and CAD tools.
• In-depth knowledge of aircraft materials, composites, failure modes, and damage tolerance principles.
• Strong understanding of aviation certification standards (e.g., FAR Part 25, CS 25).
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.

Benefits

• Executive-level salary and bonus structure.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits.
• Relocation assistance if applicable.
• Generous paid time off and retirement savings plan.
• Opportunities to work on cutting-edge aircraft design and contribute to technological advancements.