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Leonardo

Aerospace, defense tech design and manufacturing

Stress Analyst

Materials & StructuresConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timePomigliano d'Arco, Italy

About the Job

Requirements

  • A Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Aeronautical Engineering is required.
  • The role targets junior candidates with 0–3 years of experience.
  • Proficiency in finite element method software and solvers is required.
  • Experience with explicit finite element analysis is required.
  • Programming skills for scripting, including Python or Visual Basic for Applications, are required.
  • A good level of written and spoken English at B2 level is required.
  • Availability to travel outside Italy is required.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct structural end-of-life and fatigue analyses of composite and metal parts using hand calculations, including Excel spreadsheets, and specialized finite element method activities.
  • Perform linear and nonlinear finite element analyses using commercial pre- and post-processing software such as Apex, Patran, and HyperMesh, and common solvers such as MSC Nastran.
  • Conduct explicit finite element analyses for bird strike, crash, and impact using LS-DYNA, MSC Nastran SOL 700 (Dytran), or Radioss.
  • Provide support for manufacturing and in-service structural parts throughout their lifecycle.
  • Contribute to structural test requirements and compare analytical results with experimental results.
  • Prepare stress analysis reports and test assessment reports.
  • Collaborate with the Airvehicle department on loads.
  • Work with the Design department on computer-aided design surfaces.
  • Coordinate with Large Structural Laboratories on detailed tests, sub-component tests, and full-scale tests.
  • Engage with the Materials and Processes team on material allowables.

Desired Qualifications

  • Problem-solving ability.
  • Communication skills and ability to interface with different stakeholders.
  • Teamwork.
  • Ability to work under pressure.
  • Flexibility and adaptability.
  • Proactivity.

About the Company

Leonardo

Aerospace, defense tech design and manufacturing

Leonardo operates in aerospace, defense, and security, designing and manufacturing advanced technologies for militaries, intelligence agencies, and defense contractors. Its products combine hardware, software, and services and are delivered through subsidiaries in the US (DRS, Electronics US, Critical Infrastructure, Aircraft and Aerostructures US). It differentiates itself with a broad, diversified portfolio and end-to-end support from development to sustainment, plus training and customer service. Its goal is to provide reliable, state-of-the-art capabilities to defense, intelligence, and civil infrastructure customers while maintaining strong support and training.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Rome, Italy
Founded
2022

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