Structural Analysis Specialist

3 weeks ago


Forres, Moray, United Kingdom Kdc Resource Full time
Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled Structural Analysis Specialist to join our team at Kdc Resource. Working on a launch vehicle on-site in Scotland, this 6-month outside IR35 contract will provide an exciting opportunity to apply your expertise in structural analysis and design.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Perform, validate, and document structural analysis using FEA and hand calculations for composite and metallic components and assemblies.
  • Work with the design team to iterate concepts using appropriate sizing and optimisation methods, enabling a ‘design by analysis’ approach.
  • Develop and implement analysis and test plans, working from high-level requirements.
  • Provide practical support to hardware development and testing as required.
Requirements:
  • At least 7 years of industry experience in the analysis of mass-efficient structural parts for high-performance applications, typified by aerospace, defence, and motorsport.
  • Proficiency in one or more industry-standard FEA packages (preferably FEMAP-Nastran or Hypermesh-Optistruct).
  • Ability to use CAD systems with emphasis on geometry preparation for analysis.
  • Strong team player with excellent communication skills and adaptability to work across multiple concurrent workstreams.
Desirable Qualifications:
  • Experience in composite structural analysis for aerospace applications, including highly loaded mechanical and adhesively bonded joints.
  • Working knowledge of linear, non-linear, thermo-elastic, buckling, modal, sinusoidal, and random vibration analysis methodologies applicable to aerospace applications.
  • Knowledge of composite failure theories and their application to structural analysis.
  • Experience designing and/or analysing COPVs or composite pressure structures.

Please note that this is a 6-month outside IR35 contract working on a launch vehicle. If you are a highly skilled Structural Analysis Specialist looking for a challenging opportunity, please apply to this role.



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