Stress Engineer - FD&T

Stress Engineer - Aircraft Fuel Systems Belcan is seeking a talented Stress Engineer to support a defence aircraft Fuel Systems Programme, delivering critical structural and stress analysis activities that directly contribute to aircraft safety, airworthiness and operational capability, based from our Bristol office on a Hybrid work pattern. Working within a multidisciplinary engineering environment, the Stress Engineer will assess and substantiate fuel system components, pipework, brackets and associated assemblies, supporting both ongoing development and in-service fleet requirements. This is an excellent opportunity to work on a prestigious defence programme where your technical expertise will have a real-world impact. What you'll be doing: Performing structural and stress assessments on Aircraft fuel 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 or another highly regulated environment 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 Desirable Experience: Military aerospace programmes Fuel systems design and certification Airworthiness and certification environments HyperWorks and CAE Pipe experience 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. What is in it for you? You will join a collaborative company that puts people at the heart of everything we do. As well as career development and a friendly and collaborative team, you will benefit from: Company Pension scheme Generous holiday allowance Private Medical Insurance Car scheme Hybrid and flexible working policies.…and much more. 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. This vacancy is being advertised by Belcan