Our client, an Aerospace and Defence Supplier is looking for a Stress Engineer to join them on a contract basis at their site in Basildon.Due to the nature of the role, applicants must hold the British nationality and be willing to obtain SC Clearance.4 days per week onsite.Although Basildon is the preferred location, can consider individuals to be based out of Southampton or Bristol.7 month contract 55.05 p/h Umbrella, inside IR35.What you''ll do as a Principal Stress Engineer:Analyse and assess mechanical designs for strength, durability, performance and safety against regulatory and customer requirements using finite element techniques and classical hand calculations.Generate Finite Element Models and reports as per requirements.Support the selection of manufacturing technologies and materials based on a sound understanding of material physical and mechanical properties and the mechanical fit, form and function of the product.Conduct structural and thermo-structural analyses of complex Products using Siemens NX.Advise/support on the development of mechanical structural designs to achieve the desired Product Requirements.Ensure compliance with all relevant legislative, regulatory and contractual requirements (based on recognised military/civil standards).Point of contact for assigned projects, advising on all aspects of stress and structural dynamics throughout the product lifecycle.Technical Skills: Must HaveApplication of a wide range of classical hand calculation techniq