Lead aerospace structural design in Kimberley, Northern Cape, applying advanced FEA and composite materials expertise to aircraft components.

This Lead Mechanical Engineer role directs structural initiatives for aircraft structures. You will guide engineers while applying structural mechanics, aerospace design principles, and project management capabilities. The work covers conceptualization, analysis, validation, and certification support.

Key Responsibilities:
Lead and mentor mechanical engineers designing airframes, wings, and fuselage components
Oversee concepts, feasibility studies, detailed design, integration, and certification support
Conduct FEA for stress, strain, fatigue, and modal behavior
Apply composite materials science to lightweight, high-strength structures




Coordinate with aerodynamics, systems, manufacturing, and quality teams

Requirements:
Master's degree or PhD in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering
Minimum 10 years' structural design and analysis experience
At least 5 years' aerospace leadership or supervisory experience
Proficiency with NASTRAN, PATRAN, ABAQUS, CATIA, or SolidWorks
Understanding of aerospace standards, certification, and testing methodologies

Use aerospace structural analysis, composite design, and engineering leadership to advance aircraft structures from concept through certification.
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📌 Lead Aerospace Structural Engineer Kimberley
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