Stress Engineer

  • Akkodis
  • Jan 20, 2026
Full time Government

Job Description

The Opportunity

Due to growing demand, our Mechanical Analysis team is seeking an experienced Stress Engineer to lead the structural development of a next-generation, complex aerospace platform. You'll work closely with multi-disciplinary engineering teams across UK sites, shaping robust structural solutions from concept through to delivery.

This role offers hands-on technical leadership, exposure to advanced aerospace programmes, and the chance to influence design decisions across the full product lifecycle. Hybrid working is supported, with on-site presence required for security-classified work.

Location & Package

  • Location: Stevenage

  • Salary: Circa 58,000, depending on experience

  • Hybrid working: Typically 3 days per week on-site

  • Security: UK nationality required, with BPSS and SC clearance (DV desirable)

What's on offer

  • Annual bonus linked to company performance

  • Competitive pension contributions (up to 14% total)

  • Paid overtime opportunities

  • Flexible working and up to 15 additional flexi-leave days

  • Enhanced parental and family-related leave

  • Excellent on-site facilities, including subsidised meals and free parking

About the role
The team provides structural and thermal analysis expertise across the entire engineering lifecycle, from early concept studies through detailed design, qualification, manufacturing support and in-service activities. You'll gain exposure to a wide range of analysis disciplines, including classical hand calculations, advanced CAE techniques, testing support, fault investigation and loads development.

What we're looking for

  • Degree-qualified engineer or equivalent experience in mechanical, aerospace or structural engineering

  • Strong background in leading and delivering structural analysis work packages

  • Experience using both classical methods and CAE tools (HyperWorks desirable)

  • Ability to produce clear, high-quality technical reports and present findings to senior stakeholders

  • A proactive mindset with an interest in improving tools, methods and processes

  • Experience mentoring junior engineers

  • Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently and within multi-disciplinary teams

  • Composite analysis experience and willingness to obtain DV clearance are advantageous

We promote diversity and growth within our business so please apply if you meet a sufficient majority of these competencies.

Modis International Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers in the UK. Modis Europe Ltd provide a variety of international solutions that connect clients to the best talent in the world. For all positions based in Switzerland, Modis Europe Ltd works with its licensed Swiss partner Accurity GmbH to ensure that candidate applications are handled in accordance with Swiss law.

Both Modis International Ltd and Modis Europe Ltd are Equal Opportunities Employers.

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