At a Glance
- Tasks: Develop and validate high-fidelity models for innovative aerospace structures.
- Company: Join a leading Defence and Aerospace company focused on growth and development.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career advancement, and opportunities for skill development.
- Other info: Dynamic role with potential for high-level MOD security clearance.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the aerospace industry while working with cutting-edge technology.
- Qualifications: BEng in Mechanical/Aerospace and experience with MSC Nastran required.
The predicted salary is between 51000 - 51000 £ per year.
Do you have experience with metallic and composite parts? Do you have experience in MSC Nastran? Do you want to work with an industry-leading company? If your answers are yes to these, then this could be the role for you!
As a Senior Structural Engineer, you will be working alongside a market-leading Defence and Aerospace company who are constantly growing and developing. They are always looking to bring on new talents such as yourself and further develop your skills to enable you to grow within the company and industry! Due to the nature of what you will be working on, you will be required to obtain high level MOD security clearance.
Responsibilities- Developing and validating high‑fidelity finite‑element models for metallic, composite, and hybrid structures
- Executing static, dynamic, vibrational, thermal, and fluid‑structure interaction analyses
- Performing damage‑tolerance and fatigue assessments
- Authoring concise strength‑summary reports and risk assessments that satisfy MoD and customer standards
- Translating analysis outcomes into manufacturing instructions and inspection plans
- Leading knowledge‑transfer workshops and maintaining model libraries
- Championing process improvement through new software, material databases, and automation scripts
- Representing the Company at design reviews, client briefings, and external audits
- BEng in Mechanical/Aerospace or equivalent
- Experience in industrial structural‑analysis experience on metallic and composite parts
- Proficient in MSC Nastran and pre‑processors such as Patran, Apex, Simcenter, or ANSA
- Experienced in static, dynamic, linear and non‑linear analyses
- Skilled in hand‑based stress calculations and fatigue life prediction
- Experience modelling aluminium, titanium, steel and high‑strength alloys for both light‑ and heavy‑weight systems
- Knowledge of composite lay‑up, ply‑by‑ply modelling, and defect effects
- Capable of drafting clear, concise strength‑summary reports and risk assessments
- Comfortable working collaboratively with design, manufacturing, testing and quality teams
- Skilled in scripting (Python, batch) and use of high‑performance computing to streamline analyses
If this all sounds like something you will be interested in then simply apply and we can discuss the opportunity further!
Permanent role based in Ampthill offering up to £51.
Senior Structural Engineer in Bedford employer: Advanced Resource Managers
At Advanced Resource Managers, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation. Our employees benefit from comprehensive training and development opportunities, ensuring personal and professional growth while working on high-profile projects in the vibrant locations of Cheltenham and Manchester. Join us to be part of a supportive team that values your contributions and encourages a healthy work-life balance.
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