Senior Aerospace Manufacturing Expert

2 days ago


Solihull, Solihull, United Kingdom GKN Aerospace Full time

GKN Aerospace is at the forefront of reimagining air travel, pushing boundaries and driving innovation in our industry.

We're looking for a highly skilled Senior Aerospace Manufacturing Expert to join our team. As a key member of our manufacturing team, you will be responsible for delivering zero-defect projects by leveraging your superior engineering and problem-solving skills.

This role is pivotal in driving innovation, optimizing processes, and ensuring the highest standards of quality and efficiency within our aerospace composites facility.

Job Responsibilities:
  • Process Optimization: Lead the development and optimization of manufacturing processes for aerospace composite components, focusing on enhancing efficiency, reducing waste, and improving overall product quality.
  • Advanced Manufacturing Techniques: Implement advanced manufacturing techniques and methodologies to streamline production processes, such as automation, robotics, and additive manufacturing.
  • Material Selection and Characterization: Collaborate with materials engineering teams to select appropriate composite materials for specific applications and conduct material characterization studies to ensure performance and reliability.
  • Interface with Tooling Design and Development: Design and develop tooling and fixtures for composite manufacturing processes using CAD/CAM software and advanced manufacturing techniques to ensure precision and repeatability.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Interface and liaison with multiple functional groups, including Supply Chain, Quality, and Production Operations, to develop strategies for implementing released engineering.
  • Quality Assurance and Control: Establish and maintain rigorous quality assurance and control procedures to ensure compliance with aerospace industry standards and regulations, including AS9100, AS13100, and NADCAP requirements.
  • Risk Management: Identify potential risks and challenges in manufacturing processes and develop proactive mitigation strategies to minimize disruptions and ensure on-time delivery of high-quality aerospace composite components.
Job Qualifications:
  • Attended a Bachelor's program in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
  • A minimum of 8-10 years of relevant experience in manufacturing engineering.
  • 5+ years of experience with aerospace composites.
  • 2+ years of manufacturing leadership experience.
  • 2+ years of Project Management experience.
  • U.S. Person per ITAR regulations to comply with export compliance.

The estimated salary for this position is £85,000 - £110,000 per annum, depending on location and experience.

GKN Aerospace offers a fantastic working environment with opportunities for growth and professional development. We are committed to providing an accessible recruitment process and welcome applications from diverse candidates.



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