Remote Senior Aerospace Structural Engineer

Our client, a global leader in aerospace innovation, is seeking a highly accomplished Senior Aerospace Structural Engineer to join their pioneering team. This is a fully remote position, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere, with a focus on contributing to the design and analysis of advanced aircraft structures. You will be an integral part of a forward-thinking company, responsible for ensuring the structural integrity, safety, and performance of next‑generation aerospace vehicles.

This role requires deep expertise in structural analysis, materials science, and fatigue/fracture mechanics. The ideal candidate will thrive in a remote, collaborative environment, leveraging cutting‑edge tools and methodologies to solve complex engineering challenges. We are looking for individuals who are passionate about pushing the boundaries of aerospace engineering and are committed to delivering exceptional results from their remote workspace. This position is critical to the ongoing development of innovative aerospace projects, requiring a high degree of autonomy and technical proficiency.

• Perform advanced structural analysis using Finite Element Analysis (FEA) software (e.g., NASTRAN, ANSYS) to assess stress, strain, vibration, and buckling.
• Design and optimize aircraft structural components and assemblies, ensuring they meet strength, stiffness, and durability requirements.
• Conduct fatigue, fracture, and damage tolerance analyses to predict component life and ensure structural safety.
• Select and evaluate aerospace materials (composites, alloys) for structural applications, considering performance, weight, and cost.
• Develop and validate analytical models, ensuring correlation with test data and experimental results.
• Generate detailed technical reports, design documentation, and presentations for internal reviews and client meetings.
• Collaborate virtually with design teams, manufacturing engineers, and certification authorities across different time zones.
• Contribute to the development of new design methodologies, tools, and processes to enhance structural engineering capabilities.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers within the remote team.
• Stay current with the latest advancements in aerospace structures and analysis techniques.

• A Master's or Ph.D. degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline with a specialization in structures.
• A minimum of 7 years of experience in aerospace structural design and analysis.
• Proficiency in industry‑standard FEA software (e.g., MSC NASTRAN, Patran, CATIA Analysis, ANSYS).
• Strong understanding of composite materials, metallic structures, and failure mechanisms.
• Experience with aerospace industry standards and regulations (e.g., CFR Title 14, MIL‑STD).
• Excellent problem‑solving, analytical, and critical thinking skills.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills for effective remote collaboration.
• Proven ability to work independently and manage project timelines effectively in a remote setting.
• Experience with CAD software is a plus.
• Must be legally eligible to work in
  ** South Africa
  ** and willing to attend occasional virtual meetings outside of standard working hours.

Our client offers a competitive remote salary package, a flexible work schedule, and the opportunity to work on groundbreaking aerospace projects without the need for daily office commute. Benefits include comprehensive private health insurance, a retirement savings plan, and allowances for home office setup and continuous learning. This fully remote role provides significant autonomy and professional growth opportunities, allowing you to shape the future of aerospace structures from the comfort of your chosen location.