Senior Mechanical Engineer - Aerospace Structures

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Remote-friendly work

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Professional development

Challenging projects

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Mechanical Engineer with aerospace structures expertise to join a remote team serving clients near Nelspruit. You will design, analyze, and validate critical aircraft components in a fully virtual environment.

Required are 8+ years in aerospace structural design/analysis, advanced FEA and CAD skills (NASTRAN/ANSYS; CATIA V5, SolidWorks), and a deep understanding of composites, metallic structures, and aerospace manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Master's or Ph.D. in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in aerospace structural design and analysis.
• Proficiency in FEA software (NASTRAN, ANSYS) and CAD systems (CATIA V5, SolidWorks).
• Deep understanding of composite materials, metallic structures, and aerospace manufacturing processes.
• Proven ability to communicate effectively in a remote team.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and analysis of aerospace structures, including fuselage, wings, and control surfaces.
• Perform advanced structural analysis, including FEA, fatigue, and fracture mechanics.
• Develop detailed CAD models and manufacturing drawings adhering to stringent aerospace standards (AMS).
• Collaborate with manufacturing, materials science, and testing teams in a fully remote setting.
• Ensure designs meet all relevant aerospace regulations and airworthiness requirements.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to the continuous improvement of design processes and methodologies.

Skills

FEA software (NASTRAN/ANSYS)

CAD software (CATIA V5, SolidWorks)

Aerospace structural design

Remote collaboration

Education

Master's or Ph.D. in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Tools

NASTRAN

ANSYS

CATIA V5

SolidWorks

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an exceptional Senior Mechanical Engineer with expertise in aerospace structures to join their remote team, serving clients and operations near Nelspruit . This position is crucial for the design, analysis, and validation of critical aircraft structural components. You will work on challenging projects, contributing to the safety and performance of advanced aerospace systems. This remote role requires a highly disciplined and collaborative engineer who can excel in a virtual environment, driving innovation and ensuring the highest standards of engineering excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and analysis of complex aerospace structures, including fuselage, wings, and control surfaces.
• Perform advanced structural analysis, including Finite Element Analysis (FEA) , fatigue, and fracture mechanics.
• Develop detailed CAD models and manufacturing drawings adhering to stringent aerospace standards (e.g., AMS).
• Collaborate with manufacturing, materials science, and testing teams in a fully remote setting.
• Ensure designs meet all relevant aerospace regulations and airworthiness requirements.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to the continuous improvement of design processes and methodologies.

Requirements

• Master's or Ph.D. in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in aerospace structural design and analysis.
• Expert proficiency in FEA software (e.g., NASTRAN, ANSYS) and CAD systems (e.g., CATIA V5, SolidWorks).
• Deep understanding of composite materials, metallic structures, and aerospace manufacturing processes.
• Proven ability to manage complex technical challenges and communicate effectively in a remote team.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Flexible remote working arrangements with full home office support.
• Comprehensive global health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement within a leading aerospace firm.
• Engage in groundbreaking projects that push the boundaries of aerospace engineering.