Structural Analysis Engineer - UAV Composites
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Mission:
We are seeking a skilled Structural Analysis Engineer with expertise in composite materials and Aeronautical structures to join our team. You will play a key role in the finite element analysis of lightweight, high-performance airframes for Unmanned Aerial Systems.
What will be your responsibilities:
- Perform advanced structural analysis (static, fatigue and loads analysis) of composite structures using finite element methods.
- Validate and optimize structural designs to support high-precision systems.
- Support structural sizing and optimization of airframe components for weight, stiffness and manufacturability.
- Collaborate with cross-functional engineers to integrate analysis results into practical engineering solutions.
- Contribute to conceptual design and feasibility studies, ensuring structural integrity from initial concept through to final validation.
Profile and requirements:
- Bachelor's degree (or higher) in Aerospace, Mechanical or Structural Engineering
- Extensive experience in structural analysis and computational modelling of composite Aerospace or Motorsport structures
- Proficiency with FEA Tools (Abaqus, Nastran, ANSYS, HyperMesh, etc)
- Strong understanding of composite material behavior, laminate theory and damage mechanisms.
- Experience with Aerospace, Defence or Motorsport related projects
- Knowledge of Structural Design for UAVs or light aircraft (preferable)
- Familiarity with CAD integration between analysis and design environments (e.g. CATIA, Solidworks, Siemens NX).
- Ability to solve complex engineering problems
- 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.
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- Department
- DEFENCE
- Locations
- Tekever Bath (UK), Tekever Bristol (UK)
- Employment type
- Full-time
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