Lead FEM Engineer

On behalf of our client, we are seeking to recruit a Lead FEM Engineer on an initial 11 - month contract. As the Lead FEM Engineer you will contribute towards the success of a dynamic team responsible for the definition and delivery of FE loads strategy and enablement in support of Wing design solutions and the development and deployment of innovative FE simulation and digital projects within the transnational DDMS framework answering complex challenges in a multifunctional context.

Role: Lead FEM Engineer
Pay: £46 per hour via umbrella
Location: Filton
Contract: Monday- Friday, 35 Hours per week, 11 months Contract
IR35 Status: Inside
Security Clearance: BPSS

Responsibilities:

Support the development of GFEM and DFEM projects across all Programmes
Analyse and Validate FE and Stress data while proposing design solutions that are optimised in terms of weight, cost, performance and manufacturing requirements
Deliver Static and Fatigue enablement to the Wing design teams in line with commitments and internal quality process
Deliver new GFEM and DFEM modelling solutions
Deliver digital solutions to optimise Wing structure enablement processes fostering collaboration with IA and IG transnational colleagues
Define new ways of work in line with the Airbus DDMS strategy
Ensure adherence to relevant regulations, design principles, processes, methods and manufacturing capabilities' guidelines
Interface and communicate with relevant stakeholders
Challenge technical requirements and drive a 'change and simple solutions' mindset
Essential Skills:

Educated at degree level in Aerospace Engineering
Required professional experience: 5-10 years
Knowledge and experience with FEM tools, i.e. Hyperwork, Hypermesh and MSC Nastran
FEM Signature delegation is an added advantage
Experience with the idealisation of Wing component structure with Finite Element Methodology
Knowledge of Airbus policies, methods, and tools to ensure that all analyses align to relevant airworthiness requirements
SAMI competent user is an advantage
Knowledge and experience with UNIX based platforms would be appreciated
Dynamic individual with great team spirit, ability to clearly communicate concepts and ideas and willingness to develop
English at negotiation level, both written and verbal

If you are interested in applying for this position and you meet the requirements, please send your updated CV to: Natalie Dalkin at Line Up Aviation

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