Job Description

Leonardo is an international industrial group and one of the world's leading companies in the Aerospace, Defence, and Security sectors, delivering multi-domain technological capabilities in the fields of Helicopters, Aircraft, Aerostructures, Electronics, Cyber Security, and Space.

With more than 60,000 employees worldwide, the company has a strong industrial presence in Italy, the United Kingdom, Poland, and the United States, and operates in 150 countries through subsidiaries, joint ventures, and equity investments.

A key player in major strategic programs at the global level, Leonardo is a technology and industrial partner to governments, defence administrations, institutions, and businesses.

For our Helicopeters Division we are looking for a Propellers and Rotor Analyst.

Mission

As Rotor Analyst the candidate shall be employed both in analysis tasks as well as testing activities. Analysis tasks involve FE Model simulations of both metallic and composite structures or assemblies of Main and Tail Rotors such as hubs, flight controls, blades and tension links.

The kind of analyses ranges from static strength to fatigue, including flaw/damage tolerance assessments.

As far as the testing tasks are concerned, the Rotor Analyst shall prepare test plans for testing Rotor parts as a contributor also for test rig architecture and requirements. As a consequence, he/she shall follow the test providing the needed support and he/she shall write the final test report.

The testing activities are related to static and fatigue tests on Rotors metallic and composite structures, bird strike tests and lighting strike tests.

Both analysis and testing activities can be part of a qualification/certification process with the Authorities (EASA, FAA or equivalent), investigation or support to the fleet.

The Rotor Analyst shall interface mainly with Fatigue Department, Aircraft System Integration Department (i.e.: Flight Mechanics and Rotor Dynamic/Aeroelasticity teams), Airworthiness, Production, Customer Support (as a technical support for the in service fleet) and of course with National/International Authorities (such EASA, FAA, ENAC).

Requirements

Graduation in Aerospace Engineering or Mechanical Engineering. Past experience in similar positions/roles is desired. Knowledge of FE Analysis, preferably carried out with HyperWorks or Abaqus in relation to static, fatigue and dynamic structural analyses. Good knowledge of written and spoken english and ability to work in a team and set up good working relationships. Strongly interested and oriented to deal with technical topics.

WHAT WE OFFER

Engagement, recognition of skills, and a strong focus on people's well-being and safety are the cornerstones of our corporate culture.

Every day, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and stimulating work environment by actively promoting the principles of inclusion, equity, and diversity enhancement.

Our reference collective labor agreement is the National Collective Labor Agreement (CCNL) for the Private Metalworking Industry and Plant Installation Sector.

• Working arrangement: Hybrid
• Employment category: White-collar employee
• Contract type: Permanent contract
• 13th-month salary
• Performance bonus linked to business results
• Welfare vouchers worth €250 per year
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities, including both technical and soft skills
• Well-being: We place the economic, physical, social, and psychological well-being of our people first, offering a variety of solutions tailored to their needs.

The company reserves the right to assess the appropriate employment level and compensation package based on objective criteria emerging during the selection process and in line with the seniority of the selected candidate and the position itself, in accordance with the principles of fairness, transparency, and equal opportunities established by applicable legislation.

THE SELECTION PROCESS

We look forward to receiving your application: please submit your CV within three weeks of the job posting date.

How does the selection process work?

Following the application collection phase, the CVs that best match the required qualifications will be evaluated and shortlisted.

Selected candidates will take part in an introductory interview with the Human Resources team, focusing on motivation and aptitude, followed by an in-depth technical interview with the relevant Business function.

At the end of the process, all candidates will receive feedback, regardless of whether the outcome is positive or negative.

Seniority:

Primary Location:

IT - Varese - Cascina Costa

Additional Locations:

Contract Type:

Permanent

Hybrid Working: