Mechanical Design Engineer – Stress

Job Description

Position and Responsibilities

• Perform static and dynamic analyses as well as fatigue and damage tolerance analyses for cabin completion and modification projects
• Support the Team Leader Mechanical Design Engineering to develop working methods to ensure an efficient work flow
• Ensure correct consideration and application of Certification Basis, Rules and Regulations, Means of Compliance and Interpretations
• Ensure adequate communication and liaison internally, especially with the Engineering Team as well as with external Third Parties

Key Aspects of the Activity

Static, dynamic and fatigue calculations of different installations (e.g. interior monuments, antennae installation, additional water tank, etc.

in airplanes with different methods (e.g. Finite-Element-Analysis and hand calculations).

• Review and approval of drawings and designs for stress aspects
• Work out of repairs and modifications in regard of stress
• Consulting with the mechanical design engineering to achieve light and cost saving structure solutions
• Development of technical as well as safety and certification relevant documentation such like reports, analysis, assessments
• Establishment of FEM models and Structural Substantiation Reports
• Development and procurement of material testing
• Development of engineering standards

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Master’s degree in mechanical engineering, aeronautical engineering or relevant field
• Profound knowledge of fundamental physics, technical mechanics, thermodynamics, aerospace technology and materials
• Minimum 5 years structural substantiation experience
• Proactive behaviour with excellent written and verbal communication skills in English additionally French and / or German is advantageous
• Experienced FEM user (Femap). Experience with CAD software (AutoCad, CATIA, Solidworks). Proficient in MS Office. VBA programming skills are advantageous.
• Ability to work independently
• Accurate and strong attention to detail and safety
• Ideally aerospace engineering background, alternatively automotive / transportation experience

What we offer (among other things)

• Working in an owner-managed, young dynamic company with hands-on mentality
• Multifaceted, challenging and responsible position within an exclusive environment
• Attractive employment conditions and social benefits like 5 weeks of holidays (6 weeks as of 50 years)
• Free on-site English lessons and individual further training and development opportunities
• Subsidised meals in our canteen, as well as parking spaces (or free shuttle bus transport) and other employee discounts (Fleets, Bars & Restaurants etc.)
• In case of relocation : support with relocation / work permit
• Corporate events like our famous annual Christmas Party and the summer BBQ
3 days ago