Master's Thesis in Structural Engineering (d/f/m)

Airbus Defence and Space GmbH · Immenstaad am Bodensee

ThesisGerman needed: none

Still open on 13 Nov

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Key facts

Create Finite Element (FE) Models of satellite structures, instruments and components.
Conduct static and dynamic, linear and nonlinear structural analyses
Perform structural assessments by means of hand calculations
(Further-)develop tools in Excel or Matlab for the automatization of analysis pre-/ postprocessing tasks
Understand and prepare technical documentation in English or German

Enrolled Master student (d/f/m) within aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering or similar.
Solid knowledge of the Finite‑Element Method (FEM), structural mechanics, and thermo‑elasticity.
Practical experience with FE solvers (preferably MSC Nastran, OptiStruct) and preprocessors (HyperMesh).
Some experience in numerical structural optimization or with design‑exploration tools (such as Siemens HEEDS, Altair HyperStudy) is advantageous.
Good programming skills in Python, along with confident use of Linux environments and Bash scripting.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Fluent English is mandatory; German would be an asset.
Good communication skills required.

Attractive salary and work-life balance with a 35-hour week (flexitime).
International environment with the opportunity to network globally.
Work with modern/diversified technologies.
Opportunity to participate in the Generation Airbus Community to expand your own network.

Create Finite Element (FE) Models of satellite structures, instruments and components.
Conduct static and dynamic, linear and nonlinear structural analyses
Perform structural assessments by means of hand calculations
(Further-)develop tools in Excel or Matlab for the automatization of analysis pre-/ postprocessing tasks
Understand and prepare technical documentation in English or German

Enrolled Master student (d/f/m) within aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering or similar.
Solid knowledge of the Finite‑Element Method (FEM), structural mechanics, and thermo‑elasticity.
Practical experience with FE solvers (preferably MSC Nastran, OptiStruct) and preprocessors (HyperMesh).
Some experience in numerical structural optimization or with design‑exploration tools (such as Siemens HEEDS, Altair HyperStudy) is advantageous.
Good programming skills in Python, along with confident use of Linux environments and Bash scripting.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Fluent English is mandatory; German would be an asset.
Good communication skills required.

Attractive salary and work-life balance with a 35-hour week (flexitime).
International environment with the opportunity to network globally.
Work with modern/diversified technologies.
Opportunity to participate in the Generation Airbus Community to expand your own network.