Lead Engineer Stress Specialist

vor 1 Monat


Wetzikon ZH, Zürich, Schweiz Leonardo Vollzeit

Job Title: Lead Engineer Stress

About the Role:

We are seeking an exceptional Lead Engineer Stress to join our team at Leonardo. As a key member of our engineering team, you will be responsible for leading the stress analysis of airframe structures, ensuring compliance with aerospace analysis methodologies and regulatory frameworks.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Sizing and stress analysis of airframe structures using hand calculations, numerical simulations, and optimization techniques
  • Structural analysis of structures in accordance with aerospace analysis methodologies and applicable regulatory frameworks
  • Conducting trade studies as part of the development of Kopter products
  • Conducting static and fatigue analysis for structures as part of the process of obtaining a prototype permit to flight or aircraft type certificate
  • Participating in the definition of material and structural tests
  • Preparing analysis reports, technical notes, and presentations
  • Preparing and managing work packages performed internally and externally
  • Following and supporting flight test activities with a focus on structures

Requirements:

  • MSc degree in Aerospace/Mechanical or Structural Engineering or related discipline
  • Understanding of lightweight structures design
  • Minimum 5 years of professional experience in aerospace/aviation
  • Knowledge and understanding of applicable regulatory frameworks
  • English minimum B2 level (spoken and written)
  • Comfortable working in a high-pressure environment with a focus on delivering results
  • Comfortable with multi-tasking and juggling several tasks simultaneously
  • Comfortable working with limited guidance and self-motivated

Essential:

  • Comfortable working from first principles
  • Experience and knowledge of traditional hand calculation methods
  • Experience and knowledge of composite materials and analysis
  • Experience and knowledge of FEA using Hyperworks, Hypermesh, and Nastran/Optistruct or other packages
  • Experience of optimizing lightweight structures

About Us:

Leonardo is a leading player in the aerospace industry, and we are committed to innovation and excellence. We offer a dynamic and challenging work environment, with opportunities for growth and development.

How to Apply:

If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your complete application documents, including a cover letter, CV, diplomas, and employment references. Please note that this job is only open to candidates holding a valid Swiss Working Permit/EU Nationals/Swiss Nationals.


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