Stress Engineer
Moog UK
Wolverhampton · posted 15 August 2026
Job type
full time
Location
Wolverhampton, West Midlands
Category
Engineering
Moog is a performance culture that empowers people to achieve great things. Our people enjoy solving interesting technical challenges in a culture where everyone trusts each other to do the right thing. For you, working with us can mean deeper job satisfaction, better rewards, and a great quality of life inside and outside of work.
Are you ready to apply Make sure you understand all the responsibilities and tasks associated with this role before proceeding.
Job Title : Stress Engineer
Reporting To: Manager, Engineering
Work Schedule: Hybrid Wolverhampton, GBR
Moog Military Aircraft Group are recruiting for a Degree Qualified Stress Engineer to join our Commercial Actuation team at our Wolverhampton facility.
The ideal candidate for the role should be able to demonstrate at least five years experience in aerospace stress analysis of gearboxes, geared rotary actuators, power drive units, hydraulic manifolds and transmission shafts for high lift actuation or of Horizontal Stabiliser Trim Actuators.
If your experience is not within the Aerospace industry, then stress analysis experience of other complex mechanical components and assemblies will be considered. Deliverables include static and fatigue stress calculations, stress summaries and reports and approval of component and assembly drawings. Support to the development department may be required involving compilation or review of test specifications, defining loading cycles for test and reviewing test results.
Key Skills and Experience:
Proven capability in stress analysis, ideally of high lift actuation components and assemblies
Able to prepare stress calculations and reports to a high standard
Reviewer of test specifications and reports (QTP, QTR, ATP etc.)
Able to manage priorities and multi-task efficiently
Contributes to knowledge sharing within the stress analysis group
Provide assistance to other stress engineers when required
Confident engaging peers, management and customers in stress related discussions
Contributes technical knowledge to the Engineering team in support of analysis methods, research activities and failure investigations
Knowledge of static (Proof / Ultimate), fatigue and impulse testing is an advantage
MRB / Non-conformance experience will be an advantage
Experience in hand calculations is essential
Experience using Mathcad would be an advantage
CAD (SolidWorks or Unigraphics NX) experience is desirable
Experience of FEA is required, competence using ANSYS is an advantage
Knowledge of aerospace materials, their mechanical, static and fatigue properties and the influence of manufacturing processes on the strength of components will be beneficial.
Good communication skills
Proactive and driven will make things happen
Security Clearance
Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required and must be maintained for this role. Please note that in the event that clearance cannot be obtained, you may not be eligible for the role, and/or any offer of employment may be withdrawn on grounds of national security.
In Return Moog can offer you:
You'll have access to career progression opportunities and learning and development programs that will empower you to grow both personally and professionally.
Enjoy a comprehensive Flexible Benefits Package, 33 Days Annual Leave (including Bank Holidays), Private Medical Insurance, access to mental health support and expert financial advice. You'll also benefit from free parking, access to electric car charging, Life Assurance, a Company Pension contribution starting at 6%, Employee Share Options.
You Matter at Moog Our Mission and Vision
At Moog, we prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion. We aim to create a culture where everyone is valued, respected, and given equal opportunities. We strive to empower employees to bring their authentic selves to work, celebrating our differences to foster a welcoming environment for all.
Note for Recruitment Agencies: We manage vacancies internally, preferring direct hiring and referrals for efficiency. When needed, we engage agencies from our Preferred Supplier List (PSL). xwzovoh Speculative CVs from agencies not on our PSL will not be considered, and no introduction fee will apply.
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Are you ready to apply Make sure you understand all the responsibilities and tasks associated with this role before proceeding.
Job Title : Stress Engineer
Reporting To: Manager, Engineering
Work Schedule: Hybrid Wolverhampton, GBR
Moog Military Aircraft Group are recruiting for a Degree Qualified Stress Engineer to join our Commercial Actuation team at our Wolverhampton facility.
The ideal candidate for the role should be able to demonstrate at least five years experience in aerospace stress analysis of gearboxes, geared rotary actuators, power drive units, hydraulic manifolds and transmission shafts for high lift actuation or of Horizontal Stabiliser Trim Actuators.
If your experience is not within the Aerospace industry, then stress analysis experience of other complex mechanical components and assemblies will be considered. Deliverables include static and fatigue stress calculations, stress summaries and reports and approval of component and assembly drawings. Support to the development department may be required involving compilation or review of test specifications, defining loading cycles for test and reviewing test results.
Key Skills and Experience:
Proven capability in stress analysis, ideally of high lift actuation components and assemblies
Able to prepare stress calculations and reports to a high standard
Reviewer of test specifications and reports (QTP, QTR, ATP etc.)
Able to manage priorities and multi-task efficiently
Contributes to knowledge sharing within the stress analysis group
Provide assistance to other stress engineers when required
Confident engaging peers, management and customers in stress related discussions
Contributes technical knowledge to the Engineering team in support of analysis methods, research activities and failure investigations
Knowledge of static (Proof / Ultimate), fatigue and impulse testing is an advantage
MRB / Non-conformance experience will be an advantage
Experience in hand calculations is essential
Experience using Mathcad would be an advantage
CAD (SolidWorks or Unigraphics NX) experience is desirable
Experience of FEA is required, competence using ANSYS is an advantage
Knowledge of aerospace materials, their mechanical, static and fatigue properties and the influence of manufacturing processes on the strength of components will be beneficial.
Good communication skills
Proactive and driven will make things happen
Security Clearance
Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required and must be maintained for this role. Please note that in the event that clearance cannot be obtained, you may not be eligible for the role, and/or any offer of employment may be withdrawn on grounds of national security.
In Return Moog can offer you:
You'll have access to career progression opportunities and learning and development programs that will empower you to grow both personally and professionally.
Enjoy a comprehensive Flexible Benefits Package, 33 Days Annual Leave (including Bank Holidays), Private Medical Insurance, access to mental health support and expert financial advice. You'll also benefit from free parking, access to electric car charging, Life Assurance, a Company Pension contribution starting at 6%, Employee Share Options.
You Matter at Moog Our Mission and Vision
At Moog, we prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion. We aim to create a culture where everyone is valued, respected, and given equal opportunities. We strive to empower employees to bring their authentic selves to work, celebrating our differences to foster a welcoming environment for all.
Note for Recruitment Agencies: We manage vacancies internally, preferring direct hiring and referrals for efficiency. When needed, we engage agencies from our Preferred Supplier List (PSL). xwzovoh Speculative CVs from agencies not on our PSL will not be considered, and no introduction fee will apply.