Tool Design Engineer for Composites

14 hours ago


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

GKN Aerospace is a world leader in the design and manufacture of advanced aerospace systems and components. We are currently seeking a highly skilled GKN Aerospace Tooling Expert to join our team.

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects, designing and developing tooling for composite moulds and assembly jigs. As a , you will be responsible for:

  • Designing and developing tooling for composite moulds and assembly jigs
  • Implementing Lean initiatives to improve production processes
  • Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless execution
  • Maintaining a safety-first mindset and adhering to company policies and standards
Key Skills and Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • A HNC qualification in an Engineering-related subject or equivalent
  • Significant experience in Tool Design related to composite moulds and assembly jigs
  • Demonstrable experience of CAD Software (ideally Catia V5)
  • Working knowledge of quality system models such as ISO9000, AS9100, or D1-9000
  • Background in the Aerospace industry
What We Offer

In return for your skills and experience, we offer a competitive salary of £45,000 - £55,000 depending on experience, plus:

  • Industry-leading pension scheme
  • Lifetime assurance
  • 190 hours holiday + bank holidays
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Employee assistance programme


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