Overview
In this role you will contribute to calculating and analysing external wing loads for Airbus programmes from concept to certification. You will work with Flight Physics and Airframe teams to optimise aircraft performance while upholding safety and sustainability standards. You’ll engage across disciplines on current research projects and support flight tests, with opportunities to grow in data analytics, MBSE, and AI. Join a collaborative, international team shaping the next generation of aircraft.
Pay / Benefits
- flexible working arrangements
- international, collaborative team
- opportunity to work across major Airbus programmes
- professional development and learning
- work on sustainability-focused projects
- permanent contract
Responsibilities
- Define FEM loading requirements for wing airframe design and ensure the loads process meets those requirements
- Calculate, interpret and deliver static and fatigue external wing loads in line with airworthiness regulations and programme assumptions
- Support airframe design teams by providing relevant load data
- Assist flight test campaigns to validate load calculations
- Acquire competencies in new technologies (data analytics, MBSE, AI)
- Continuously improve quality, processes, methods and tools
- Maintain positive relationships with team members and stakeholders
- Contribute to aircraft optimization and manage technical risk through multidisciplinary approaches
Key requirements
- Engineering/STEM degree or equivalent experience
- Solid understanding of flight physics
- Familiarity with static stress or Fatigue & Damage Tolerance in airframes
- Excellent communication, teamwork and interpersonal skills
- Willingness to learn and share knowledge with colleagues
- Ability to develop effective customer relationships
- High attention to quality and detail
- Basic project management experience
- English negotiation level
- Familiarity with Python, NASTRAN, HyperWorks, Linux and/or MATLAB (benefits if known but not required)
- communication
- teamwork
- interpersonal skills
- Python
- NASTRAN
- HyperWorks
Wing Loads and Aeroelastics Engineer in Bristol employer: Airbus Group
Airbus Commercial Aircraft is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture in the picturesque setting of Toulouse, France, where employees can enjoy both professional growth and outdoor activities. With attractive financial rewards, comprehensive health benefits, and extensive upskilling opportunities through access to over 10,000 e-learning courses, Airbus fosters an environment that prioritises work-life balance and innovation. Join us to be part of a diverse team committed to integrity and excellence in the field of IT Infrastructure.
