Tooling Solutions Specialist

3 weeks ago


East Cowes, Isle of Wight, United Kingdom GKN Aerospace Full time

A Dream Career Opportunity

GKN Aerospace is a world-leading aerospace engineering company that is shaping the future of aviation. As a Tooling Solutions Specialist, you will be part of a talented team that designs and manufactures high-performance structures and systems for the global aerospace market.

With over 16,000 employees globally, across 33 manufacturing sites in 12 countries, we serve over 90% of the world's aircraft and engine manufacturers. Our East Cowes site on the Isle of Wight is one of our oldest production sites, established in 1901, and employs circa 800 employees.

The successful candidate will be responsible for developing tooling solutions to complex problems through the implementation of tooling from original concept through to production. You will work closely with our Manufacturing Engineers to design tooling for high degrees of process capability using Catia V5, adhering to GKN's Zero Defect Manufacturing (ZDM) standards.

We offer a competitive salary ranging from £45,000 to £60,000 per annum, depending on experience, plus a comprehensive benefits package, including a pension scheme, life assurance, and income protection. We estimate that the salary for this position will be around £52,000 per annum, based on industry standards and the required qualifications and experience.

This is a dream career opportunity to join a dynamic team and contribute to the development of innovative solutions that drive operational excellence. With a collaborative and dynamic working environment, you will have the chance to work on some truly exciting projects and develop a rewarding career with one of the world's leading aerospace engineering companies.



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