Job Title: Aeronautical Engineer – Structural Design & Materials (Mid-career)

Location: São José dos Campos, SP, Brazil

Reports To: R&D Program Manager

About the Role:

We are seeking a mid-level Aeronautical Engineer to join our Drone Division at Modirum Gespi in São José dos Campos, Brazil.

In this role, you will be part of a team focused on developing new products and will be expected to deliver high-quality technical solutions that meet international standards. You will collaborate with both local and international colleagues and partners in a multidisciplinary environment.

This position will involve designing aircraft structures. The ideal candidate should have experience with key structural design methods, calculation procedures, and possess a strong understanding of aircraft materials.

You must be able to independently conduct load analysis, stress calculation, fatigue and vibration analysis, material selection, and be proficient in documentation writing and prototyping.

You will be the focal point for improving the structural design of existing aircraft and propose modifications.

You will also support flight test campaigns.

Key Responsibilities:

• Analyze aircraft mission requirements and develop detailed product specifications.

• Design the structures of small aircraft and drones, ensuring compliance with national and international regulations across various operational environments.

• Propose and conduct tests and simulations for design improvement and validation; participate in flight test campaigns.

• Propose and implement test rigs and computational simulations for aircraft structural design validation and verification.

• Perform material selection and compatibility analysis in relation to mission and performance requirements.

• Serve as the focal point for aeronautical structural engineering.

• Collaborate with manufacturing and other engineering teams.

• Conduct studies and implement aircraft structural engineering modifications for existent aircraft.

• Communicate and collaborate effectively with both local and international partners, as well as multidisciplinary teams.

• Identify and mitigate engineering risks associated with aircraft structural integrity and design.

Qualifications (must have):

• Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace/Aeronautical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.

• Strong knowledge of aeronautical structural design, including loads, weight and balance, flight envelopes (V-n), finite element analysis, stress, fatigue, and vibration.

• Experience in analyzing and selecting materials for aeronautical applications in small aircraft and drones, including composites, metals, plastics, and other materials.

• Understanding of airframe configuration optimization, load analysis, stress analysis, material properties, manufacturing processes, tooling concepts, and structural in-service requirements.

• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work well in a team-oriented environment.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills to present technical findings and results clearly.

• Fluent in English (for international collaboration).

Desirable Skills (nice to have):

• At least 5 years of experience in aircraft/drone structural design and materials selection.

• Advanced proficiency in calculation tools (e.g., MS Excel) and familiarity with programming languages (e.g., Python).

• Strong understanding of industry standards and regulatory requirements.

• Experience in the drone industry.

• Familiarity with prototyping processes and techniques.

• Familiarity with emerging technologies in the aerospace or drone sectors (e.g., AI, machine learning, autonomous systems)

Why Join Us:

At Modirum Gespi, we foster a culture of innovation and technical excellence. You’ll be working with a talented team, solving complex challenges, and contributing to cutting-edge aerospace technologies. If you meet the requirements, are passionate about aerospace, and want to make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you!