Senior Aerospace Engineer

1 week ago


Solihull, Solihull, United Kingdom GKN Aerospace Full time

GKN Aerospace is at the forefront of air travel innovation, driving progress with a passion for excellence and sustainability. We're seeking an experienced Tooling Engineer to join our thriving team on the Isle of Wight, where you'll play a key role in delivering operational excellence to our customers.

About the Role

This exciting opportunity involves developing tooling solutions to complex problems through the implementation of tooling, from original concept through to production. You'll be responsible for designing tooling for high process capability using Catia V5 and adhering to GKN's Zero Defect Manufacturing (ZDM) standards.

Your Responsibilities

  • Design and develop tooling solutions for complex problems, ensuring high process capability and adherence to ZDM standards.
  • Accountable for tool fabrication quotes, tooling input for new product quotes, and cost estimation.
  • Ensure compliance with GKN Aerospace's Health, Safety, and Environmental policies and standards.
  • Continuously improve production processes by implementing Lean initiatives.

Requirements

  • A HNC qualification in an Engineering-related subject or equivalent.
  • Demonstrable experience of CAD Software (ideally Catia V5).
  • Experience in Tool Design within the Manufacturing industry.
  • Experience of addressing issues within the supply chain; internal and external.

What We Offer

  • A competitive salary: £60,000 per annum.
  • Industry-leading pension scheme: 8% matched contributions.
  • Life assurance: 8 x salary.
  • 190 hours annual leave + bank holidays.
  • Income protection.
  • Shopping discounts.
  • Cycle-to-work scheme.
  • Employee assistance programme.
  • UK relocation support available.

About GKN Aerospace

We're a world-leading aerospace engineering company, committed to pushing boundaries and driving innovation. With a collaborative, dynamic working environment, we offer opportunities for professional growth and development. Our values include a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and belonging, and we're proud to have been awarded 'The Best Workplace Culture Award'.



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