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Structural Analysis Engineer

ZeroAvia

ZeroAvia

Other Engineering
Kemble, Cirencester GL7, UK
Posted on Oct 8, 2025

Role Overview

Work on all aspects of structural analysis and help us optimise the aircraft and powertrain systems’ structural design. Applicants will be working with a team of aircraft design, aerodynamics, systems, powertrain and external loads disciplines to develop the structural design of the aircraft and integrated powertrain and fuel storage systems.

Key Responsibilities

  • Complete ownership of powertrain and fuel storage structural integration into existing airframe.
  • Create 3D CAD models of complex parts and assemblies.
  • Perform simulation and analysis of powertrain structural integrations, including motor, and H2 fuel tank mounting.
  • Apply knowledge of materials, finishes, welding, and other manufacturing processes.
  • Prepare production drawings conforming to all applicable regulatory standards.
  • Participate in design reviews.
  • Work closely with engineers and manufacturing personnel to ensure that all aspects of the design are understood.
  • Serve as liaison with operations during fabrication of parts to ensure that all design issues are resolved and drawings are updated.
  • Perform tolerance analysis on mating parts to ensure proper fit and apply knowledge of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing to designs.
  • Provide expertise in CAD and Simulation software for specific problem solving on a project.
  • Daily availability to include evenings and weekends when necessary to reach goals/deadlines.
  • Master’s Degree in Aerospace Engineering or a similar discipline that commensurate with the depth of related technical experience as an engineering designer/stress engineer
  • 5 years of experience in using the NX CAD System and/or SolidWorks.
  • 5 years’ experience in performing hand calculation stress analysis using stress methods: Bruhn, Niu
  • 5 years of experience in generating Finite Element Models for performing comparative analysis
  • Expert-level experience with Teamcenter Unified Architecture and Teamcenter Engineering PLM System.
  • Experience in the creation of complex aerospace 3D CAD and mechanical engineering drawings.
  • Working knowledge of at least one of the following regulations and rules: FAA, EASA, CAA
  • Commensurate depth of related Aerospace industry experience

Why Join Us?

We want to help you be your best self, at work and at home, that’s why we provide our employees with…

  • Private health and dental care – get access to services and support when you need them. Add your family members too*
  • Mental health support – enjoy a culture where positive mental health is front of mind with our trained Mental Health First Aiders, Employee Assistance Programmes and wellbeing support.
  • Free lunch and healthy snacks – keeping you fueled up so you can help us deliver the technology of the future**
  • Sports, games and culture clubs – connect and keep fit with other ZeroAvians by joining one of our subsidised clubs – such as, running, cycling, padel, trivia, theatre and gardening.

We also offer:

  • Stock options – so you can share in our success.
  • 5 hours of free flying lessons
  • 25 days holiday, plus public holidays – to help you manage your work-life balance.
  • Free EV Charging and membership in our EV Club.
  • Salary Sacrifice Schemes for EV Club, Curry's Tech, Cycle to Work, and Ikea Furniture.
  • Weekly Spot Bonuses to reward excellence.
  • Income Protection and Legal Support for peace of mind.
  • Relocation Support to make your move seamless.

Diversity and Inclusion

As an emergent company shaping the aviation industry, we know that diversity fuels success and unlocks potential. We embrace being an equal-opportunity employer and actively seek individuals from diverse backgrounds. We value the multitude of skills, perspectives, and mindsets everyone can bring to the table. These experiences ignite creativity, originality, and growth. We proudly reject discrimination in all forms, including that based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.