Engineer III - Structures

• Create Finite Element models for linear and nonlinear structural analysis, both at component and assembly level.
• Select suitable structural materials to meet strength, weight and other performance/ safety requirements.
• Design experimental test procedures and instrumentation for validation of analytical models.
• Lead aeroelastic and fatigue simulations to evaluate structural stability under dynamic loads.
• Translate analysis/ test results into actionable design recommendations and risk mitigation strategies.
• Plan suitable flight test instrumentation, analysis tools and carry out flight test data analysis for loads and flutter.
• Generate/ review reports for summarising all project-related analysis results.

• At least 5 years’ experience in design of main aircraft structural components (metallic and composites), especially from aeroelastic and fatigue considerations.
• Experience in static and dynamic analysis (Modal, transient, random vibration) of aircraft structures.
• Experience in selection of suitable structural materials and design and manufacturing of composite parts.
• Possess advanced FEA skills
• Knowledge of aeroelasticity related modelling and simulation.
• Knowledge of CAD software e.g., CATIA, SolidWorks.
• Awareness of airworthiness certification requirements based on analysis and testing.
• Organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work solitary or in a team.
• Good Knowledge of Composite Materials and Sizing criteria of Composite parts

• Experience in structural design of unmanned aerial vehicles.

Engineer III - Structures focuses on structural analysis and design for aircraft components, including metallic and composite structures. The work spans simulation, materials selection, test and flight-data validation, and translating findings into design guidance for structural performance and safety.

Role at a glance

Skills mentioned

What you will likely work on

• Build finite element models for components and assemblies, covering linear and nonlinear structural behavior.
• Select structural materials to balance strength, weight, performance, and safety needs.
• Develop test procedures and instrumentation to validate analytical models.
• Run aeroelastic and fatigue simulations to assess stability under dynamic loading.
• Use analysis and test results to recommend design changes and mitigate risks.
• Plan flight-test instrumentation and analyze flight data related to structural loads and flutter.
• Prepare or review reports summarizing project analysis results.

Good fit signals

• At least five years designing primary aircraft structural components in metallic and composite materials, with aeroelasticity and fatigue considerations.
• Experience with static and dynamic aircraft-structure analysis, including modal, transient, and random-vibration methods.
• Strong FEA capability and knowledge of aeroelastic modeling and simulation.
• Knowledge of composite materials, composite-part sizing, and material selection; experience designing and manufacturing composite parts.
• Awareness of airworthiness certification through analysis and testing, with organizational and time-management skills.