Senior Stress Engineer (m/f/d)

• Lead and instruct complex stress tasks for in‑service fleet maintenance and upgrade projects
• Perform and sign off structural analysis as part of the drawing and data release process
• Define specifications and Means of Compliance for structural analysis
• Develop and propose program code routines for analysis tools (e.g. FEM pre‑/post‑processing, automated calculations, digital data processes)
• Plan activities according to programme deliverables and milestones
• Improve, define and adapt stress and F&DT (Fatigue & Damage Tolerance) methods for metallic and composite structures (hand calculations and FEM)
• Lead compilation of stress and F&DT analysis reports and certification documentation in accordance with CS/JAR/FAR Part 23/25/27/29
• Assess and justify production non‑conformities (concessions)
• Provide technical leadership, mentoring and knowledge transfer within the team

• Educated to Master's degree (MA Eng/Sc) or PhD in Aeronautics/Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering
• 10+ years of professional experience in structural analysis across multiple aircraft development phases
• Recognized expertise in stress, fatigue & damage tolerance for metallic and composite structures
• Strong proficiency with airframe certification requirements, design criteria, materials, methods and tools
• Experience in new aircraft development (ideally CS‑25)
• Strong leadership, communication and presentation skills
• Analytical, structured and solution‑oriented mindset
• Experience in people development / mentoring
• Team player with the ability to lead internal and external work packages

• Flexible working hours with time recording, flexitime account and hybrid working models
• 30 days of vacation
• Up to 30 days of mobile work from abroad per year
• Option to reduce weekly working hours

• Immediate start with a permanent contract
• Comprehensive onboarding, Welcome Days and mentoring programme

• Monthly topped‑up Edenred City Card for tax‑free payments
• Attractive purchase and leasing offers via Mercedes‑Benz Members
• Job Bike for sustainable commuting
• Wellhub benefits for sports, wellness and leisure
• Individual training opportunities and annual Career Conversations
• Discounts via Corporate Benefits (13,500+ providers)
• Subsidy for company pension scheme
• Referral bonus for successful employee recommendations

Please note that offered benefits may vary depending on the location.