Job Description:
Are you an experienced Stress Engineer with experience of working on aircraft structures? Do you want to lead teams and develop our engineers of the future?
We have a fantastic opportunity within our Helicopter Division, based in Yeovil, where you will have the responsibility for the analysis, development and certification of the aircraft structure. Uniquely positioned on a true end-to-end facility, you will have the pride to see the designs you work on grow from concepts through to manufacture, installation and flight and you will play an integral part in the continued growth in our capability for the future.
As part of the Structures Team you will be responsible for developing structural design solutions in collaboration with other engineering departments and key stakeholders, for our wide product range encompassing conventional helicopters, tilt rotors and unmanned air systems.
Our analysis team supports both the UK and Italian geographies so although this role is based in the UK there is the opportunity to work on our full product range and travel to other sites.
For internal applicants only, please note that this is a Job Family Framework level 6 (Engineering)
What you'll do:
* Leading a team of analysis engineers, you'll be responsible for the coordination, creation and delivery of varied and challenging static and dynamic analysis, test activities and creation of airworthiness compliance documentation
* You'll be an innovator, mentor and influencer within the Structures team, driving forward departmental and process improvements whilst developing the engineers of the future
* You'll represent the Structures Analysis team in internal Design Reviews and Certification Panel discussions with the authorities
* You'll provide pragmatic solutions to complex problems
What we need from you:
* Experience in the analysis of complex engineering structures
* Expert knowledge in conventional (hand calculation) and numerical (finite element) techniques for static analysis
* A working knowledge of fatigue and damage tolerance
* Knowledge of composite materials and analysis principles
* Working experience of MSC Nastran/Altair HyperMesh/MathCAD
* Evidence of working in a regulated environment with knowledge of airworthiness regulations e.g. MAA, EASA or FAA would also be an advantage
Security Clearance
You must be eligible for full security clearance. For more information and guidance please visit : https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/united-kingdom-security-vetting-clearance-levels
Life at Leonardo
With a company funded benefits package, a commitment to learning and development, and a flexible approach to working hours focused on the needs of both our employees and customers, a career with Leonardo has never offered as many opportunities or been more accessible to as many people.
Flexible Working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us
Company funded flexible benefits: Access to private healthcare, dental schemes, Workplace ISA, Go Green Car Scheme, technology and lifestyle options (£500 annual allowance)
Holidays: 25 days plus bank holidays, option to buy/sell leave and to accrue up to 12 additional flexi leave days per year
Pension: Award winning pension scheme (up to 15% employer contribution)
Wellbeing: Employee Assistance Programme with access to free mental health support, financial wellbeing support and network groups to demonstrate our ongoing commitment to diversity & inclusion (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing, Ethnicity)
Lifestyle: Discounted Gym membership, Cycle to work scheme
Training: Free access to more than 4000 online courses via Coursera and Linkedin Learning
Referral Incentive: You can earn a reward for successfully referring a friend or family member
Bonus: Scheme in place for all employees at management level and below
For a full list of our Company benefits please our website here.
Leonardo is a global high-tech company and one of the key players in Aerospace, Defence and Security. Headquartered in Italy, Leonardo has over 45,000 employees, of which 8,000 are based at 8 sites throughout the UK.
At Leonardo UK, we believe that a diverse and inclusive work environment unlocks our people's full potential and drives innovation and creativity. We work hard to offer a welcoming, accessible and inclusive place to work for all of our people, creating a culture where everyone can thrive, feel safe and have a sense of belonging and connection.
This is a great opportunity to bring your talents and form an integral part of Leonardo's future. We can help you develop your skills and offer great opportunities to develop and grow, so why not join us.
Primary Location:
GB - Yeovil - Lysander Rd
Contract Type:
Permanent
Hybrid Working:
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