Senior Engineer - Structural Analysis
Pilatus Flugzeugwerke AG
- 10/16/2026
- 100%
- Employee
- Unlimited employment
Senior Engineer - Structural Analysis
Engineering & Training Systems
Senior Engineer - Structural Analysis
Primary work location
Stans
All workplaces:
Stans
Fly with us into the future and become part of the team at one of the most innovative aircraft manufacturers in the world.
Your Tasks
- Perform classical stress analyses and finite element analyses (FEA) for primary and secondary metallic aircraft structures
- Develop stress reports, structural substantiation documents, test plans, and test reports to support certification activities
- Support compliance demonstration activities in accordance with CS-23 certification requirements
- Collaborate with design, certification, and multidisciplinary engineering teams to resolve structural challenges
- Interface with suppliers, internal stakeholders, and airworthiness authorities throughout the development process
- Take ownership of structural topics within a fast-paced and evolving aircraft development project
With this you convince us
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Aeronautical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline
- Around 5+ years of experience in aerospace stress analysis, including metallic aircraft structures
- Proficiency with FEA tools such as NASTRAN, FEMAP, or comparable analysis software
- Knowledge of CS-23 certification requirements; experience with cabin or cockpit structures is advantageous
- Open-minded, adaptable, and proactive, with strong engineering judgement and a solution-oriented mindset
- Strong communication skills in English (C1) written and spoken, and the ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams. German would be an advantage
What we offer
- A committed, international team and unique projects
- Flexible working hours and individual pension solutions
- Support for training and opportunities for personal and professional development
- Discounted meals in our staff restaurant and various discounts for employees
- Team events at which we celebrate our successes together
Become part of the Pilatus family
- We want to address everyone with our job ad's and are committed to diversity in our company – we are looking forward to receiving your online application
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Ramon Bodenmiller
HR Recruiter
+41 41 619 31 24
pilatus-aircraft.com