Senior Stress Engineer (m/f/d)
@ Volocopter GmbH

Bruchsal, Baden-Württemberg, Germany
On Site
Full-time
Posted 3 days ago

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About Volocopter GmbH

Here at Volocopter, we are the pioneers of electric air taxis (electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft - eVTOLs). We have pledged to bring sustainable urban air mobility to life by getting electric air taxis off the ground globally. Since 2011, we have conducted over 2,000 public and private test flights.

Job Description

The Senior Stress Engineer is responsible for preparing optimal and efficient stress analysis of structural parts using classical analysis, Finite Element Analysis, and hand calculations combined with sound engineering judgment. Key responsibilities include:

  • Analyzing lightweight materials and CFRP structures.
  • Writing and checking full stress analysis reports.
  • Ensuring certifiability by following global standards and state of the art stress analysis methods.
  • Executing trade off studies to validate design solutions.
  • Conducting drawing reviews and mentoring junior engineers.
  • Supporting testing activities across the test pyramid and addressing non-conformity reports (NCR).
  • Evaluating and challenging design concepts to ensure safety, manufacturability, maintainability, and inspectability.

Qualifications

Candidates should have:

  • A university degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Vehicle Engineering.
  • Minimum 5-6 years' experience in a stress engineering role in aerospace, including composite material experience.
  • Knowledge of metals, composite materials, manufacturing processes, testing, and production deviations.
  • Expertise in aerospace requirements, standards and certifications (CS-23, CS-25, CS-27, SC-VTOL).
  • Experience with structural analysis tools (e.g., Patran/Nastran, Hyperworks) and PLM systems (e.g., Team Center).
  • Basic coding skills in VBA, Python, etc.
  • Strong problem solving, teamwork, communication, and negotiation skills.
  • Fluency in English.

What Volocopter Offers

This role offers the opportunity to join a fast-growing high-tech company with a strong network of investors and partners. You will help shape the future of aviation, work on groundbreaking projects from scratch, and enjoy personal accountability, growth, modern workspaces, flexible hours, quick decision-making, and an attractive compensation package.

Key skills/competency

  • Stress Analysis
  • Finite Element Analysis
  • CFRP Structures
  • Aerospace Standards
  • Structural Certification
  • Trade Off Studies
  • Mentoring
  • Testing Support
  • Drawing Reviews
  • Problem Solving
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How to Get Hired at Volocopter GmbH

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Research Volocopter's culture: Understand their mission and innovation journey.
  • Customize your resume: Highlight aerospace and stress analysis skills.
  • Prepare technical insights: Focus on FEA and composite material experience.
  • Practice behavioral responses: Show teamwork and problem-solving skills.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review Finite Element Analysis techniques.
Practice hand calculations and report writing.
Study composite material stress analysis methods.
Refresh aerospace certification standards knowledge.

Behavioral Questions

Discuss a past team challenge.
Explain your mentoring experiences succinctly.
Describe handling tight project timelines.
Detail effective communication examples.

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