Stress Analysis Engineer in Gloucester

Dowty (a GE Aerospace company) is a world-leading manufacturer of integrated propeller systems. Its products are used in applications that range from regional and military aircraft to marine hovercrafts.

Due to continued growth and success, we are now hiring for a permanent Stress Analysis Engineer to join our team of analysis engineers onsite at our cutting edge manufacturing site in Brockworth, Gloucestershire. You will play a role in the design, analysis and optimization of propeller components and sub-systems, ensuring they meet the highest standards of performance, reliability and safety. The role is broad in scope covering everything from product evolution and design activities for future programs, analysis tools development, supporting sustaining programs and concessions.

To qualify for this opportunity you will have experience in analysis using hand calculations and FE modelling. Together with knowledge of composite analysis, rotating assemblies or previous propeller analysis experience would be a distinct advantage.

Role and Responsibilities

• Perform stress analysis (hand calculations and Finite Element Analysis) with a variety of proprietary and commercial tools.
• Work towards stress approval status for OE and repair concessions.
• Support the design process of propeller systems (including composite and metallic structures), test rigs and tooling.
• Support analysis tools development, technical instructions and the generation of stress methods.
• Create technical documentation of analysed components.
• Effectively communicate projects status, issues and developments.
• Work within defined parameters to make decisions to solve engineering problems, applying solid engineering principles and judgment to find feasible solutions.
• Lead the execution of assigned project tasks.

Essential Requirements

• Degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering or equivalent.
• Experience within the aerospace industry and ability to demonstrate knowledge and hands on capability of both classical hand calculations and finite element methods.
• Demonstrated experience with commercial analysis packages required (Ansys Classic/Workbench, Creo, Hypermesh, etc.).
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and of the methods used for repairs to metallic and composite components.
• Excellent communication skills, with strong report writing and presentation skills, can communicate across all levels from shop floor to customers and up to Board level.
• A logical problem solver who can operate effectively under project constraints.
• Target oriented, responsible, passion to learn, open mind with strong motivation.

Desired Characteristics

• A concessions Stress Signatory within an Aerospace Design Organization responsible for the approval of composite and/or metallic concessions.
• Experience in structural dynamics and modal analysis.
• Tools development and coding using Matlab, Python, Fortran etc.
• Knowledge of propeller theory.
• Knowledge of propeller certification and airworthiness requirements.

Flexible Working

GE supports and encourages flexible working arrangements, where possible, and recognises the benefits to employees of having a positive work-life balance.

Total Reward

At GE Aviation we understand the importance of Total Reward. Our flexible benefits plan, called FlexChoice, gives you freedom, choice and flexibility in the way you receive your benefits, as well as giving you the opportunity to make savings where possible.

As a new joiner to GE we are pleased to be able to offer you the following as default in your benefit fund, which you then can tailor to meet your individual needs:

• Non-contributory Pension
• Life Assurance
• Group income protection
• Private medical cover
• Holiday Hourly equivalent of 26 days, with flexible option to buy or sell

Security Clearance

Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required and must be maintained for this role. Please note that in the event that BPSS clearance cannot be obtained, you may not be eligible for the role and/or any offer of employment may be withdrawn on grounds of national security.

Right to Work

Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, under the applicable UK immigration rules as may be in place from time to time, it may be that candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be appointed to a post if a suitably qualified, experienced and skilled candidate who does not require sponsorship is available to take up the post.