Lead Engineer Stress & Fatigue – Structures

As part of Leonardo, Kopter currently develops the AW09, a next generation single-engine helicopter that offers the largest cabin and cargo hold in its category, increased modularity and modern electronic systems.

The AW09 delivers latest safety standards as well as more performance and comfort at low operating costs.

Kopter is set to become Leonardo’s Centre of Excellence for new light helicopters and an incubator of new technologies, contributing to the development of hybrid and electrical propulsion systems.

Kopter’s 320 talented team members are primarily based in Switzerland, near Zurich and in Mollis (Canton of Glarus).

Your responsibilities

We are looking for an outstanding and passionate Analysis Lead Engineer with a strong background in structural stress analysis to join our innovative team.

Sizing and stress analysis of airframe structures by means of hand calculations, numerical simulations (FEM) and optimization techniques

Structural analysis of structure in accordance with aerospace analysis methodologies and the applicable regulatory frameworks (EASA Part-21,J and CS27)

Conducts trade studies as part of the development of the Kopter products

Conducts static and fatigue analysis for structures as part of the process of obtaining a prototype permit to flight or aircraft type certificate

Participates in definition of material and structural tests

Preparation of analysis reports, technical notes and presentations

Prepares and manages work packages performed internally and externally

Follows and supports the flight test activities with focus on structures (definition of static and fatigue monitoring limits, review of flight test data)

Your qualifications & experience

Msc degree in Aerospace / Mechanical or Structural Engineering or related discipline

Understanding of light weight structures design

Minimum 5 years of professional experience in aerospace / aviation

Knowledge and understanding of applicable regulatory framework (EASA Part-21,J and CS27)

English minimum B2 level (spoken and written)

Comfortable in high pace environment with high pressure to deliver

Comfortable with multi-tasking and juggling several tasks simultaneously

Comfortable working with limited guidance and self-motivated

Essential :

Comfortable with working from first principles

Experience and knowledge of traditional hand calculation methods

Experience and knowledge of composite materials and analysis

Experience and knowledge of FEA using Hyperworks, Hypermesh and Nastran / Optistruct or other packages

Experience of optimizing light weight structures

Our offer

We are offering an exciting job opportunity in an entrepreneurial environment with room to grow in every dimension.

Your next step

If you are interested, please submit your complete application documents in English including the following attachments :

Cover letter

Diplomas

Employment references

Please note, that this job is only open to candidates holding a valid Swiss Working Permit / EU Nationals / Swiss Nationals.

Department of Engineering located in CH-8620 Wetzikon

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