At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead F&DT analysis, authorise deliverables, and mentor engineers in the Wing Analysis Engineering Team.
- Company: Airbus is a leading aerospace manufacturer known for innovation and safety in aviation.
- Benefits: Enjoy medical coverage through Bupa, life assurance, and enhanced parental leave up to 23 weeks at full pay.
- Other info: Position based in Filton with hybrid working options and flexible hours.
- Why this job: Shape the future of aerospace with automated workflows and influence the next generation of engineers.
- Qualifications: Degree in Engineering focused on structural analysis and experience with Airbus F&DT processes required.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 75000 £ per year.
A senior role within our Wing Analysis Engineering Team at Airbus, responsible for leading Fatigue & Damage Tolerance (F&DT) analysis and authorising deliverables.
Responsibilities
- Perform, approve, or authorise F&DT analysis and deliverables, ensuring compliance with safety and certification standards.
- Coordinate with cross‑functional leadership to define project requirements, manage technical scopes, and steer engineers and suppliers.
- Influence and innovate the future of aerospace by integrating automated workflows and optimisation tools into the development lifecycle, leading or supporting initiatives.
- Drive the professional growth of the team and shape the next generation of engineers through mentorship and technical guidance.
Qualifications
- Degree in Engineering with a focus on structural analysis.
- Knowledge and experience of structural F&DT analysis.
- Familiarity with Airbus F&DT analysis processes, methods and toolsets (ISAMI, GISEH, Hyperworks/Nastran, etc).
- Experience as a delegated technical signatory and industry‑recognised F&DT approval (Check) or capacity to obtain it quickly.
- Strong collaborative skills and ability to influence decisions within a complex, strategic network.
- Interest in developing digital solutions; proficiency in Python is advantageous.
Benefits
- Medical coverage through Bupa, including assisted‑fertility treatments and gender‑disorder support.
- 24/7 online GP, mental‑health support, cycle‑to‑work scheme, and on‑site canteen.
- Life assurance and enhanced parental‑leave pay (up to 23 weeks at 100 % pay).
- Inclusive workplace facilities: wellbeing room, multi‑faith room, employee representative groups.
- Hybrid working from Filton with flexible hours and a 35‑hour week option.
- Competitive salary, profit share, pension, share options, and technology scheme.
EEO Statement
Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief. Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all.
Senior Fatigue & Damage Tolerance (F&DT) Engineer (Delegated Signatory) in Bristol employer: Airbus S.A.S.
Join Airbus in Filton, where you will benefit from comprehensive medical coverage, including assisted-fertility treatments. The Wing Analysis Engineering Team is dedicated to innovation and mentorship, fostering the growth of future aerospace engineers.
