Stress Engineer – Aircraft Structures (eVTOL) Location: - Bristol (Hybrid Working) Salary: - £70,000 – £90,000 + Benefits An innovative aerospace company developing next-generation electric aircraft is seeking an experienced Aircraft Structures Stress Engineer to support the design, analysis, and certification of advanced eVTOL platforms. This is an opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge, sustainable aviation technology. The Role You will deliver structural stress analysis and substantiation across primary and secondary airframe structures. Key Responsibilities: * Perform stress analysis of metallic and composite structures using hand calculations and FEA * Substantiate wing, fuselage, and empennage structures * Produce and review stress reports (PSR, JSR, certification documentation) * Ensure compliance with FAA/EASA airworthiness standards * Support design reviews, trade studies, and programme milestones * Provide peer review and technical guidance within the team * Interface with certification authorities when required About You * Degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering * 6–10 years’ experience in aircraft stress/structural analysis * Strong knowledge of primary and secondary aircraft structures * Experience with HyperMesh and Nastran/Patran (nonlinear Solver 400 desirable) * Solid background in classical methods and aerospace materials * Strong technical reporting and communication skills Desirable: eVTOL experience, Simcenter 3D, HyperSizer/Abaqus, Windchill PLM, team leadership experience. What’s On Offer * £70,000 – £90,000 basic salary * Competitive benefits package * Hybrid working model Opportunity to work on pioneering aerospace technology within a high-growth sector A fantastic opportunity to play a key role in shaping the future of electric aviation