Our client, a prominent aerospace company renowned for its creative aircraft components, is seeking a highly experienced Lead Mechanical Engineer to spearhead structural design initiatives in Kimberley, Northern Cape. This leadership role is pivotal in driving the conceptualization, design, analysis, and validation of critical aircraft structures. You will lead a team of skilled engineers, ensuring designs meet the highest standards of safety, performance, and efficiency within the aerospace industry. The ideal candidate will possess extensive expertise in structural mechanics, advanced composite materials, and aerospace design principles, coupled with strong leadership and project management capabilities. This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on next-generation aerospace projects within a world-class organization. Lead and mentor a team of mechanical engineers in the design and analysis of aerospace structures, including airframes, wings, and fuselage components. Conduct advanced structural analysis using FEA (Finite Element Analysis) to evaluate stress, strain, fatigue, and modal behavior under various flight load conditions. Apply principles of composite materials science and design for lightweight, high‑strength structures. Collaborate closely with aerodynamics, systems engineering, manufacturing,



and quality assurance teams to ensure design integrity and manufacturability. Develop and maintain detailed design documentation, including drawings, specifications, and stress reports compliant with aerospace standards (e.g., Lead design reviews and present technical findings to program management, customers, and regulatory bodies. Stay at the forefront of aerospace structural design technologies, materials, and analytical techniques. Master's degree or PhD in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering. Minimum of 10 years of experience in structural design and analysis, with at least 5 years in a leadership or supervisory role within the aerospace industry. Proven expertise in aircraft structural design, materials (metals and composites), and manufacturing processes relevant to aerospace. Proficiency with advanced FEA software (e.g., NASTRAN, PATRAN, ABAQUS) and CAD tools (e.g., CATIA, SolidWorks). In-depth understanding of aerospace design standards, certification requirements, and testing methodologies. Highly competitive executive salary package with significant performance-based bonuses. Comprehensive health, dental, vision insurance, and superior retirement benefits. Generous relocation assistance for qualified candidates. Involvement in cutting‑edge aerospace projects with global impact.

📌 Lead Mechanical Engineer (Winnipeg)
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📍 Winnipeg