Stress Engineer

Our client, a prominent player in the aerospace sector, is seeking a dedicated Stress Engineer to join their team in Fareham. This permanent, full-time position plays a key role in ensuring the structural integrity, durability, and safety of UAV systems, providing support through thorough analysis and collaboration across various teams.

Key Responsibilities:

Structural Analysis
Perform hand calculations, finite element analysis (FEA), and other methods to evaluate the strength, stiffness, and fatigue life of structures and mechanisms.
Assess composite, metallic, and hybrid structures for lightweight and durable design solutions.
Support certification activities by generating stress reports, compliance documents, and supporting evidence.
Vibration & Modal Analysis
Conduct modal analyses to predict natural frequencies, mode shapes, and dynamic responses of airframes and subsystems.
Perform vibration analyses (harmonic, random, and transient) to assess the impact of propulsion, aerodynamic loads, and operational environments.
Define vibration test requirements and correlate analytical results with ground and flight test data.
Support the mitigation of vibration-related issues such as resonance, fatigue, and component reliability.
Integration & Collaboration
Work closely with mechanical design engineers to optimize structures for weight, manufacturability, and performance.
Collaborate with the Test and Flight Evaluation teams to define test campaigns, interpret data, and validate models.
Provide feedback and design recommendations based on analysis results to guide design trade-offs and ensure system-level performance.
Documentation & Compliance
Produce clear, traceable stress analysis documentation to support design reviews and airworthiness certification.
Ensure compliance with relevant aerospace standards and customer requirements.
Contribute to continuous improvement of analysis methods, tools, and processes.

Job Requirements:

Experience in performing finite element analysis (FEA).
Understanding of structural analysis and stress testing principles, particularly in the aerospace industry.
Proficiency in vibration and modal analysis.
Knowledge of composite and metallic materials and associated failure modes.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong attention to detail and meticulous documentation abilities.
Collaborative mindset, working effectively across design, test, and certification teams.
Degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Structural Engineering (or equivalent).

Benefits:

Opportunity to work on cutting-edge UAV technology in the aerospace sector
Professional development and training opportunities
Collaborative and innovative work environment
Comprehensive employee benefits package
If you are a skilled Stress Engineer looking to make a significant impact in the aerospace industry, we encourage you to apply now and join our client's forward-thinking team in Fareham
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed