Dynamics Test Engineers

What if you could work with remarkable people on extraordinary things? What if the end result was something a little bit special? What if your role was mission critical?
For nearly 70 years, AWE has been at the forefront of nuclear weapons research and development. We have a critical mission: to provide the warheads for the UK s ultimate deterrent - Trident. We also use our unique skills to provide wider UK government with counter-terrorism and nuclear threat reduction solutions.
It takes a special sort of person to work at AWE. What if that person was you?
AWE is looking for Engineers to work in the field of Structural Dynamics . It takes a special sort of person to work at AWE. What if that person was you?
The Structural Dynamics Team help underwrite the performance and safety of AWE s structures (particularly the warhead) through a combination of dynamic testing and computer simulation.
Testing activities include modal testing to determine resonances of a structure, conducting Trident trials, carrying out rapid dynamic investigations for the stockpile and developing future ground-based certification methods.
State-of-the-art Finite Element Analysis (FEA) is a major strength of the Structural Dynamics Team. Environments of the Stockpile-to-Target Sequence (STS) are simulated to predict the stresses, strains and displacements of AWE structures.
Working within the Structural Dynamics Team at AWE Aldermaston within the Warhead Engineering community, the candidates are expected to become proficient at both dynamic testing and Finite Element analysis to solve real-world problems for internal and external customers.
Roles:Dynamics Test Engineers
Location - Reading Area
Salary: £35,720 - £50,000 (dependent on experience)
Closing date: 23rd April 2024
As part of our People Promise, AWE (one of the best 25 big companies to work for in the UK) has a range of benefits to suit you. These include:

• Time to recharge your batteries with 270 hours of annual leave (plus every other Friday off work)
• Consideration for flexible working arrangements so that your work may fit in with your lifestyle. Just let us know on your application if you wish to work part time
• Opportunities for Professional Career Development that include funding for the annual membership of a relevant professional body, access to mentors and training
• Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Services
• A generous defined contribution Group Personal Pension (we will pay between 9% and 13% of your pensionable pay depending on your own contribution)
• Life Assurance
• Discounts - access to savings on a wide range of everyday spending
• Special Leave Policy including paid time off for volunteering, public service (including reserve forces) and caring for your family
• A host of voluntary & core benefits to suit your health and wellbeing - more information available on our careers site
• Relocation package available (terms and conditions apply)
• Potential opportunities to travel with work for conferences and collaboration

We would like Candidates to have:

• A degree qualification in engineering (or an HND in engineering supported by extensive practical experience) or relevant technical experience
• A good grasp of mathematical and engineering concepts
• Experience in use of modern Computer Aided Design (CAD) software
• Experience of using modern Finite Element (FE) analysis software
• Appreciation of dynamic testing, such as modal testing and vibration testing
• An ability to work as part of a team and with multiple stakeholders

Desirable knowledge and experience for these roles are:

• Experience of FE model validation and updating
• Understanding of data acquisition and signal processing

Candidates must be willing and able to obtain and maintain the security clearance required for the role and be willing and able to travel within the UK and overseas as required.
Please note that you must be a British Citizen to apply for a role with us.
Our ambition is to create workplaces where we recognise and celebrate differences, encourage diverse contributions and our employees feel able to be themselves at work. We strive to create a genuine culture of openness and inclusion and encourage diverse applicants. Any inclusion information you provide us will be used to encourage and support you through the application process and will be held only for this purpose in accordance with GDPR.