Senior Landing Gear Engineer - New Aircraft

Senior Landing Gear Engineer – New Aircraft

Contract type: Permanent role

iO Associates is currently partnering with an innovative client in the aerospace sector, seeking a Senior Landing Gear Engineer to provide technical expertise and leadership in the design, analysis, and development of landing gear systems for a new and innovative aircraft program. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the reliability, performance, and safety of a brand-new aircraft.

As a member of a dynamic and innovative team, you will be responsible for landing gear design, structural analysis, system integration, and testing, while ensuring compliance with the strictest aerospace standards.

Requirements:

• Experience: Over 7 years in aerospace engineering, with a specialization in the design and analysis of landing gear systems.

• Software: Proficiency in CAD and FEA tools (e.g., CATIA, NX).

• Language: Intermediate level in French (B1 or higher).

• Technical Expertise: Deep knowledge of mechanical systems, stress analysis, and aerospace materials.

• Certification: Experience with aircraft certification processes and regulatory requirements (FAA, EASA).

• Education: Degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the design and development of landing gear components and assemblies, optimizing for performance, weight, and manufacturability.

• Perform structural and mechanical analyses using FEA and manual calculations to validate strength, stiffness, and fatigue life.

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless integration of landing gear systems into the airframe.

• Support qualification, verification, and validation testing, including static, dynamic, and fatigue tests.

• Ensure compliance with aerospace regulatory standards and quality assurance processes.

• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

• Prepare technical reports, present findings, and support program milestones.

If you meet these requirements and are passionate about building the future of aviation, apply now! The hiring manager is arranging interviews immediately – don’t miss this opportunity to join a world-class team and make an impact on a major aerospace program.