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Bristol or Runcorn | Hybrid Working | 12-Month Contract | Inside IR35
Help shape the future of defence aviation.
Belcan is seeking experienced Contract Stress Engineers, for both Static or F&DT disciplines, to support a major defence aircraft programme, delivering critical structural analysis that directly underpins aircraft safety, airworthiness, and operational capability, on an Initial 12 month Contract.
Working as part of a multidisciplinary engineering team, you'll play a key role in assessing, substantiating, and supporting aircraft structures and fuel system installations. This is an opportunity to work on a prestigious combat aircraft programme where your expertise will make a tangible impact while further developing your technical and professional capabilities, to potential Signatory level.
What you will be doing:
Performing structural and stress assessments on aircraft system installations and components
Developing analytical and finite element models using industry-standard tools
Producing substantiation reports and certification evidence
Assessing design modifications, non-conformances and repair solutions
Supporting airworthiness, certification and investigation activities
Collaborating with design, manufacturing, systems and certification teams
What we're looking for:
Degree in Aerospace, Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline
Experience in structural or stress analysis within aerospace
Knowledge of static strength, fatigue, durability and damage tolerance principles
Strong hand calculation and engineering judgement skills
Experience producing technical reports and presenting engineering recommendations
Experience with Catia V5, PLM - Teamcenter, IDAT/IMAT analysis tools, Nastran/Patran and MathCAD
Desirable Experience:
BAE Military aerospace programmes
Inservice fleet repair
Airworthiness and certification environments
Successful applicants must meet eligibility requirements to obtain UK Security Clearance
Why join Belcan?
Join a team supporting a flagship defence programme, working on technically challenging engineering projects that contribute directly to the safety, performance and availability of a world-leading combat aircraft.
Apply now and take your engineering career to new heights with Belcan.
About Us
Belcan, a Cognizant company, is a global force in technical services and engineering consultancy. Our legacy is built on delivering high-quality outputs and our unwavering commitment to developing the next generation of technical consultants and specialist engineers. Our expertise is vast, spanning across various engineering industries including aerospace, defence, marine, nuclear, automotive, and cyber security.