Structural Design & Analysis Engineer

Ovii's Interpretation of the Role

We are seeking a Structural Design & Analysis Engineer to create, analyze, and validate aircraft structures from concept through flight testing. The role blends solid mechanics, CAD, and FEA to deliver lightweight, manufacturable airframe components in a fast‑iteration environment.

Role Snapshot

• Design primary and secondary aircraft structures
• Perform structural sizing and FEA
• Develop CAD models and manufacturing drawings
• Create and execute structural test plans
• Collaborate across aerodynamics, propulsion, and manufacturing
• Optimize for weight, cost, and manufacturability

Must-Have Requirements

• solid mechanics fundamentals
• aircraft structures knowledge
• finite element analysis tools
• industry‑standard CAD software
• structural sizing, stress, buckling, fatigue analysis
• composite and metallic structural design
• knowledge of aerospace manufacturing processes
• load‑path analysis and design for manufacturability
• troubleshooting and engineering problem‑solving
• solid mechanics
• aircraft structures
• finite element analysis

Nice-to-Have Signals

• Python or MATLAB for analysis automation
• experience with UAV, aircraft, or automotive motorsport lightweight structures
• Python/MATLAB automation
• UAV or automotive motorsport lightweight structures
• Aerospace

Work Setup

• Location: Bangalore, India
• Work mode: ONSITE
• Employment type: Full-Time

Not Specified in JD

• Salary range
• Visa sponsorship
• Relocation
• Travel
• Security clearance
• Coding test
• Portfolio
• GitHub
• Writing sample
• Cover letter

What You'll Likely Work On

• Design wings, fuselage, empennage, landing‑gear attachments, and propulsion integration
• Size structures using analytical methods and FEA, evaluating strength, stiffness, buckling, and fatigue
• Generate detailed CAD models, drawings, and engineering documentation
• Develop test articles and validation plans for coupon, sub‑component, and full‑scale testing
• Correlate simulation results with experimental data and refine models
• Support assembly, integration, ground‑test, and flight‑test campaigns
• Investigate failures and implement design improvements based on test and flight data

Good Fit If You Have

• Experience automating analysis with Python or MATLAB
• Background in UAV, aircraft, or automotive motorsport lightweight structures
• Familiarity with composite lay‑up, machining, and bonded/bolted assemblies
• Strong troubleshooting and engineering problem‑solving abilities