Advanced Lead Stress Engineer

2 weeks ago


Gloucester, Gloucestershire, United Kingdom GE Full time
Job Description SummaryDowty Propellers, which is a part of the GE Aerospace organization is a world-leading manufacturer of integrated propeller systems. Its products are used in applications that range from regional and military aircraft to marine hovercrafts. Dowty Propellers is looking for an experienced Stress Analysis Engineer to join its team of analysis engineers.
Reporting to the Engineering Analysis Manager the Advanced Lead Stress Engineer will have extensive experience in mechanical stress analysis and FE modelling. Knowledge of composite analysis and rotating assemblies would be a distinct advantage. The role is broad in scope, covering everything from tools development and new product introduction, to supporting OE production, repairs, and customer operations.Job Description

Role and Responsibilities

  • Perform mechanical analyses (with hand calculations and Finite Element Analysis – FEA) with a variety of proprietary and commercial tools, contributing to the design of a wide variety of components.
  • Responsible for taking part in a design process of propeller systems (including composite and metallic structures), test rigs and tooling components.
  • Support the design process from concept phase through to completion ensuring regulatory compliance is achieved.
  • Progress structural and mechanical design modifications in accordance with regulatory requirements.
  • Able to work towards stress approval status for OE production and repairs, and to also work towards Compliance Verification Engineer (CVE) status.
  • Support analysis tools development, technical instructions and general stress methods.
  • Create documentation of technical data generated to justify analysed components (consistent with engineering policies and procedures).
  • Monitor and effectively communicate projects status, issues and significant developments.
  • Work within defined parameters to make decisions to solve engineering problems, applying solid engineering principles and judgment to find feasible solutions.
  • Lead the execution of the assigned project tasks.
  • Provide technical leadership & guidance to personnel supporting the assigned project.


Essential Requirements

  • Degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering or equivalent.
  • Extensive experience required as a Stress Engineer at a senior level within the aerospace industry and able to demonstrate knowledge and hands on capability of both classical hand calculation procedures and finite element methods. Demonstrated experience with commercial analysis packages required (Ansys Classic/Workbench, Hypermesh, Creo etc.).
  • Knowledge of manufacturing processes and of the methods used for repairs to metallic and composite components.
  • Excellent Communication skills, with strong written and verbal communication skills, can communicate across all levels from shop floor to customers and up to Board level.
  • A logical problem solver who can operate effectively under stretching project constraints.
  • Target oriented, responsible, passion to learn, open mind with strong motivation.


Desired Characteristics

  • A Stress Signatory within an Aerospace Design Organisation responsible for the approval of technical reports, drawings, and concessions.
  • Experience in structural dynamics and modal analysis.
  • Catia V5 knowledge and experience.
  • Tools development and coding using Matlab, Python, Fortran etc.
  • Knowledge of propeller theory.
  • Knowledge of propeller certification and airworthiness requirements.

Flexible Working

GE supports and encourages flexible working arrangements, where possible, and recognizes the benefits to employees of having a positive work-life balance.

Total Reward

At GE Aviation we understand the importance of Total Reward. Our flexible benefits plan, called FlexChoice, gives you freedom, choice and flexibility in the way you receive your benefits, as well as giving you the opportunity to make savings where possible.


As a new joiner to GE we are pleased to be able to offer you the following as default in your benefit fund, which you then can tailor to meet your individual needs:

  • Non-contributory Pension
  • Life Assurance
  • Group income protection
  • Private medical cover
  • Holiday Hourly equivalent of 26 days, with flexible option to buy or sell

Security Clearance

Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required and must be maintained for this role. Please note that in the event that BPSS clearance cannot be obtained, you may not be eligible for the role and/or any offer of employment may be withdrawn on grounds of national security. Please see the link below for further details regarding the requirements for BPSS clearance: BPSS

Right to Work

Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, under the applicable UK immigration rules as may be in place from time to time, it may be that candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be appointed to a post if a suitably qualified, experienced and skilled candidate who does not require sponsorship is available to take up the post. For further information please visit the UK Visas and Immigration website

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No



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