Stress & Dynamics Engineer

The role

You will own the structural integrity of drone systems from full vehicle assemblies to critical components. You will perform structural simulations, define loads, and conduct physical testing to inform design decisions.

What you will do

• Own end-to-end structural simulation of complex drone products and components
• Define and derive loads, boundary conditions, and material properties
• Perform static and dynamic structural assessments including modal analyses
• Plan and execute structural tests for model validation and technology derisking
• Produce design reports and sensitivity studies

Required qualifications

• Built, validated, and correlated finite element models of complex aerospace or equivalently demanding structures using tools such as Simcenter or SolidWorks Simulation
• Can analytically assess standard structural components and apply relevant engineering standards
• Planned and executed structural test campaigns and can close the loop between test data and simulation
• Proficient in calculation environments such as MATLAB/Simulink
• Can apply model order reduction methods to simplify high-fidelity structural systems
• Communicate technical findings clearly in English in written reports and discussions
• Act decisively with minimal guidance and own outcomes end-to-end

Nice to have

• Experience with drone or UAV structural design
• Proficiency in CAD tools for structural simplification and model preparation

Benefits

• Competitive salary and VSOP options
• Relocation support: up to €2,500 and 4 weeks temporary accommodation
• Learning: €500/£450 yearly allowance
• Gym membership and mental health support (Nilo.health)
• Regularly company events and monthly social allowances
• 22 weeks fully paid parental leave for primary caregivers
• 6 weeks parental leave for secondary caregivers
• 5 days of paid family emergency leave
• 100% remote work option during pregnancy and phased return to work

About the company

Helsing is a defence AI company on a mission to protect democracies. They aim to achieve technological leadership so open societies can continue to make sovereign decisions.