Stress Engineer - Static Analysis Aerostructures

ALTEN is a global engineering and technology consultancy operating across over 35 countries worldwide. We partner with industry leaders across sectors including Aeronautics, Aerospace, Defence, Naval, Automotive, Energy, Rail, IT and many more to deliver innovative engineering solutions that drive technological advancement & support sustainable transformation.

Our teams of passionate and agile engineers work on cutting-edge projects that shape the future of technology and sustainability. At ALTEN, we empower talented engineers to innovate, solve complex challenges, and deliver impactful solutions that build tomorrow’s world—today.

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We’re seeking a Senior Structural Model Owner to take ownership of the aircraft Global Finite Element Model (GFEM) — the core model underpinning loads, static strength, structural dynamics, and aeroelastic analysis across the programme.

This is not a typical “stress analysis” role. Instead, you’ll operate at aircraft level, owning and developing the model that enables downstream stress, loads, and flight physics activities.

You’ll sit at the centre of the programme, working across airframe, loads & dynamics, and flight physics, with real influence over how the aircraft is modelled, analysed, and validated.

Key Responsibilities:

• Own and develop the aircraft-level Global Finite Element Model for loads, static, and dynamic analysis
• Act as the focal point for all GFEM-related activities across the Loads & Dynamics function
• Define, negotiate, and manage model inputs from stress, design, mass properties, and systems teams
• Perform and document model validation (static checks, dynamic behaviour, and quality assurance)
• Lead model reduction activities (e.g. superelements, component mode synthesis)
• Implement updates driven by design changes, weight evolution, and configuration changes
• Support multibody model development and integration
• Manage model configuration, version control, and release processes. 
• Deliver accurate reduced models to support loads, stress, aeroelasticity, and system analyses
• Support dynamic and aeroelastic discussions (e.g. modal behaviour, flutter considerations)
• Correlate models with Ground Vibration Test (GVT) and flight test data
• Static Analysis for Aerostructures.

Required Skills:

• Strong experience in finite element modelling within aerospace or complex structures
• Experience working at sub-assembly or full aircraft model level (not just detail stress analysis)
• Proven background in model reduction techniques (e.g. superelements, Craig-Bampton, CMS)
• Solid understanding of loads, structural dynamics, and aeroelasticity
• Experience with model validation and correlation (e.g. GVT, test data)
• Proficiency with tools such as MSC Nastran or Altair Optistruct
• Experience using Python or MATLAB for automation or analysis workflows
• Exposure to multibody modelling
• Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to coordinate across multiple engineering teams

Required Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, or equivalent military experience.

Desirable Skills:

• Work at aircraft level, not just component stress
• High ownership of a critical programme model
• Strong technical influence across loads, dynamics, and flight physics
• Opportunity to shape modelling approaches and ways of working
• Clear progression into technical leadership or team growth

Why join us? 

We bring together entrepreneurial, tech-driven people to deliver innovative solutions for leading companies.

At ALTEN, you’ll work on exciting projects, supported by ongoing learning, mentoring, and clear career development tailored to your goals.

Join a passionate team and help build tomorrow, today.

In short you get: 

• A personalised career path and a rewarding management style 
• A huge diversity of engineering projects and industries
• Private Medical Insurance
• Cycle & Tech Scheme 
• Employee assistance programme
• Life insurance & Pension Scheme
• Social atmosphere, regular gatherings & team buildings
• Flexible way of working (role dependent)

We are proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant & actively encourage applications from members of the Armed Forces community, including veterans, reservists, service leavers, and military spouses/partners. We recognise the value of military skills and experience and are committed to ensuring that no applicant is unfairly disadvantaged during our recruitment and selection processes. 

ALTEN is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and values the strength that comes from a global mix of backgrounds and perspectives. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of background or protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know. 

This role may require you to have or be willing to go through Security Clearance. As part of the onboarding process candidates will be asked to complete a Baseline Personnel Security Standard; details of the evidence required to apply may be found on the government website Gov.UK. If you are unable to meet this and any associated criteria, then your employment may be delayed, or rejected . Details of this will be discussed with you at interview.