Stress Engineer

My Client is looking for Senior Stress Engineer

Principal / Senior Stress Engineer

Location: Stevenage (relocation package may be available)

Working Pattern: Dynamic (hybrid) working – minimum 3 days per week on-site due to workload classification

Security Clearance: British Citizen or Dual UK national with British citizenship

Due to an increased workload, the Mechanical Analysis Group is seeking an experienced Stress Engineer to lead the structural design and development of a next-generation, complex weapon platform.

In this technical role, you will collaborate closely with multi-disciplinary teams across our UK sites, playing a pivotal part in delivering advanced aerospace structural solutions. Your expertise will directly contribute to proving the capability and performance of my Clients military systems across the full product lifecycle.

The Mechanical Analysis Group is responsible for the structural and thermal performance of the companies military products. The work spans from early concept studies through detailed design and development, qualification, manufacturing support and in-service support.

You will gain exposure to a broad range of structural analysis activities, including:

• Classical hand calculations
• Qualification and design testing
• Fault investigation and loads derivation

They operate in a supportive, collaborative environment where knowledge sharing is encouraged and engineers are empowered to work across multiple projects. As a highly motivated team, They continuously strive to improve our methods and deliver excellence—our structural analysis is fundamental to the success of the companies systems.

• Degree qualified in a relevant engineering or science discipline (e.g. Mechanical, Aerospace, Structural Analysis), or equivalent significant industry experience
• Proven experience estimating, planning, leading and delivering structural analysis work packages
• Strong capability in both classical hand calculations and CAE tools (Hyper Works desirable)
• Experience producing and presenting clear, comprehensive technical reports to a range of stakeholders, including senior management
• A proactive mindset with a passion for improving tools, processes and methodologies
• Ability to mentor and support junior engineers, providing technical leadership and guidance
• Self-motivated, adaptable problem-solvers who can work independently and as part of multi-disciplinary teams
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence and manage stakeholders
• Composite stress analysis experience (desirable)
• Willingness to obtain and hold DV clearance (desirable)

Security Clearance

Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or right to work may apply. As a minimum, all successful candidates will be required to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) and Security Clearance (SC) checks after offer stage.

They are committed to promoting diversity and growth.

If you meet a strong majority of the criteria listed, we encourage you to apply—even if you don’t tick every box.