Structural Design Engineer (Composites)
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Mission:
We are looking for a skilled and motivated individual with expertise in composite structural design to join our R&D Engineering Department. The successful candidate will play a critical role in the design, development, and validation of lightweight, high-performance airframes, ensuring structural integrity, manufacturability and compliance with aerospace standards.
What will be your responsibilities:
- Lead the structural design of UAV airframes and subsystems, with a strong focus on composite materials.
- Develop 3D models, detailed drawings, and assemblies in SolidWorks.
- Perform structural analysis and finite element simulations to validate design integrity under static and dynamic loading conditions.
- Collaborate with cross functional engineers / aerodynamicists, and manufacturing teams to optimize structural layouts for performance and manufacturability.
- Generate design documentation, bills of materials (BOM), and support configuration management.
- Support prototyping, testing, and design iteration throughout the development lifecycle.
- Ensure compliance with aerospace industry standards, material specifications, and safety requirements.
Profile and requirements:
- Degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Structural Engineering, or related field.
Proven experience in structural design of composite materials for aerospace applications (preferably UAVs).
- Advanced proficiency in SolidWorks (CAD, assemblies, surfacing, and drafting).
Strong knowledge of structural mechanics, load paths and material behaviors in composites.
- Experience with FEA tools (SolidWorks Simulation, ANSYS, Abaqus, or similar).
Familiarity with manufacturing processes for composites (lay-up, infusion, autoclave, etc.).
- Strong problem-solving mindset with attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
What we have to offer you:
- An excellent work environment and an opportunity to make a difference;
- Salary Compatible with the level of proven experience.
Do you want to know more about us ?
Visit our LinkedIn page at https://www.linkedin.com/company/tekever/
- Department
- DEFENCE
- Locations
- Tekever Bath (UK), Tekever Bristol (UK)
- Employment type
- Full-time
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