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Posted 08 August, 2026

Stress Engineer - Fuel Systems

BELCAN
Bristol, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

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Contract Stress Engineer - Aircraft Fuel Systems

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Belcan is seeking a talented Stress Engineer to support a defence aircraftFuel Systems Programme, delivering critical structural and stress analysis activities that directly contribute to aircraft safety, airworthiness and operational capability, based from our Bristol office on a Hybrid work pattern on an initial 12 month contract Inside IR35.

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Working within a multidisciplinary engineering environment, the Stress Engineer will assess and substantiate fuel system components, pipework, brackets and associated assemblies, supporting both ongoing development and in-service fleet requirements. This is an excellent opportunity to work on a prestigious defence programme where your technical expertise will have a real-world impact.

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What you will be doing:

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  • Performing structural and stress assessments on Eurofighter fuel system installations and components
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  • Developing analytical and finite element models using industry-standard tools
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  • Producing substantiation reports and certification evidence
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  • Assessing design modifications, non-conformances and repair solutions
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  • Supporting airworthiness, certification and investigation activities
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  • Collaborating with design, manufacturing, systems and certification teams
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What we're looking for:

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  • Degree in Aerospace, Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline
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  • Experience in structural or stress analysis within aerospace or another highly regulated environment
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  • Knowledge of static strength, fatigue, durability and damage tolerance principles
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  • Strong hand calculation and engineering judgement skills
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  • Experience producing technical reports and presenting engineering recommendations
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Desirable Experience:

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  • Military aerospace programmes
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  • Fuel systems design and certification
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  • Airworthiness and certification environments
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  • HyperWorks and CAE Pipe experience
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Successful applicants must meet eligibility requirements to obtain UK Security Clearance

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Why join Belcan?

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Join a team supporting a flagship defence programme, working on technically challenging engineering projects that contribute directly to the safety, performance and availability of a world-leading combat aircraft.

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Apply now and take your engineering career to new heights with Belcan.

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About UsBelcan, a Cognizant company, is a global force in technical services and engineering consultancy. Our legacy is built on delivering high-quality outputs and our unwavering commitment to developing the next generation of technical consultants and specialist engineers. Our expertise is vast, spanning across various engineering industries including aerospace, defence, marine, nuclear, automotive, and cyber security.

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This vacancy is being advertised by Belcan