As an Aircraft Structure Repair Engineer at Airbus India Private Limited in Bangalore, India, you will ensure the timely return-to-service of commercial aircraft by delivering optimal structural repair solutions. This permanent, full-time role involves performing design and stress analysis, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.
Requirements
Strong foundation in structural design and/or stress analysis (including F&DT).
Ability to work independently and collaboratively under pressure.
Flexibility to operate in a multicultural, international environment.
No specific degree level or minimum years of experience stated in the posting.
Skills & Responsibilities
Structural analysis: Perform hand calculations and computer-based analysis to assess aircraft damage scenarios and develop approved repairs.
Technical documentation: Prepare technical justification documents for design and stress to secure necessary approvals and respond to customer queries.
Stakeholder collaboration: Liaise with cross-functional teams including Design, Stress/Fatigue, Materials, and Performance to validate assumptions and ensure compliance.
Fleet standards support: Propose standard repairs for fleet-wide updates to SRM and ISB while analysing in-service data to initiate corrective actions.
Potential transition routes: People from aerospace engineering, structural analysis, or mechanical design roles may bring relevant technical skills, alongside meeting engineering background requirements.
Job description
Job Description:
The Structural Repair Engineer is responsible for ensuring the timely return-to-service of commercial aircraft by delivering optimal structural repair solutions that meet airworthiness standards, minimize maintenance costs, and uphold safety. This role involves design and/or stress analysis, stakeholder coordination, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Key Responsibilities:
Repair Assessment & Solution Development
Assess damage scenarios using appropriate inputs and aircraft configuration drawings
Perform hand calculations and/or computer-based analysis
Propose and evaluate structural repair solutions considering time, cost, and safety
Utilize existing technical and airworthiness delegations to develop approved repairs for aerostructures (Pylon / NCF/ FAF/ Highlift/ RFE)
Stakeholder Collaboration
Liaise with cross-functional teams including Design, Stress/Fatigue, Materials, and Performance
Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to validate assumptions and ensure compliance
Respond to customer technical queries related to repairs
Fleet Standards & Data Analysis
Propose standard repairs for fleet-wide updates to SRM, ISB, etc.
Analyse in-service data to initiate corrective actions and follow-ups
Ensure compliance with KPIs such as On-Time Delivery (OTD )
Continuous Improvement & PM Support
Identify and support local business improvement initiatives
Ensure timely response, effective monitoring, and reporting
Required Skills & Expertise:
Strong foundation in structural design and/or stress analysis (including F&DT)
Ability to work independently and collaboratively under pressure
Flexibility to operate in a multicultural, international environment
Passion for solving real-world in-service aircraft structural issues
Ideal Candidate Attributes:
Excellent communication and influencing skills
Proactive mindset with a drive for continuous learning
Strong interpersonal skills to foster collective problem-solving
Ownership and clarity in defining contributions to team goals
Career Path: Candidates selected for this position will pursue a career path leading to be a Technical Signatory.
This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.
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