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Senior Manufacturing Engineer

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Solihull, United Kingdom GKN Aerospace Full time

Fantastic challenges. Amazing opportunities.

GKN Aerospace is reimagining air travel: going further, faster and greener Fuelled by great people whose expertise and creativity sets the standards in our industry, we’re inspired by the opportunities to innovate and break boundaries. We’re proud to play a part in protecting the world’s democracies. And we’re committed to putting sustainability at the centre of everything we do, opening up and protecting our planet. With over 16,000 employees across 33 manufacturing sites in 12 countries we serve over 90% of the world’s aircraft and engine manufacturers and achieved sales of £3.35 bn.in 2023. There are no limits to where you can take your career.

New vacancy: Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Are you looking for an inspiring work environment where the passion for aviation is palpable? Do you want to work with great colleagues? Are you seeking a job that pays attention to your development?

Then you are reading the right vacancy, because these are the ingredients of your job as Senior Manufacturing Engineer Product at Fokker Landing Gear, one of the most dynamic teams of GKN Fokker Aerospace. 

As a Senior Manufacturing Engineer Product at our multi-technology aviation campus in Papendrecht, you will ensure the seamless production of landing gear components. Your role is vital in delivering unique projects that enhance the safety of those who fly with our products.

Join us and contribute to the future of safe flight 

GKN Fokker

Fokker Landing Gear, part of GKN Fokker, is a recognized specialist in landing gear and related systems. We focus on the design and development, production and assembly of complete landing gears, as well as the repair and reassembly of systems already in use. In doing so, we work on the most famous aircraft and helicopters; think of the Apache combat helicopter, the F-35 Lightning II (JSF), the Bombardier Dash 8 Q400 and the multipurpose NH90 maritime combat helicopter.

Multi-technology aviation campus

The innovation and entrepreneurship of aviation pioneer Anthony Fokker are still at the heart of our company. In Papendrecht, for instance, we are rapidly growing into a multi-technology aviation campus where we bring together our dynamic production processes. In this inspiring working environment, you will become part of the Manufacturing Engineering, an international team, a mix of production planners, ME engineers, process specialists and CAM engineers. In doing so, all colleagues look at the production of landing gear components from their own discipline. We work together to achieve the best quality. You can always approach your colleagues for questions or advice. There is also plenty of room for fun and personal talks, and we regularly organize team outings.

What you'll do

Develop technical solutions to complex problems by exemplifying a safety-first mind-set and ensuring compliance with the GKN Aerospace Health, Safety and Environmental policies and standards. Hold responsibility for the technical support of manufacturing development and integration for production; Resolve issues pertaining to vendor schedule and/or quality. Utilize root cause analysis, preventative and corrective action to reduce/eliminate non-conformances. Manage the implementation of tooling and or production planning, from original concept through to production; Design these processes with a high degree of process capability utilizing the GKN standard Zero Defect Manufacturing (ZDM) tool suite to demonstrate as such. Hold responsibility for product development, first article development, configuration changes, build process definition and implementation. Deliver measurable, metrics driven results in line with Operational & Program goals. Maintain positive, team relationships with internal and external customers, as well as co-workers. Continuously improve production processes by implementing Lean initiatives.

What you'll bring

Experience in managing (new) Product / Process introduction (industrialization) & existing production process improvements.  5+ years’ experience in Manufacturing Engineering.  Ability to influence people, build trust and establish effective working relationships within a global organization. Working knowledge of LEAN processes and practices. Familiarity & working knowledge of quality system models such as ISO9000, AS9100, or D1-9000.  Fluency in English language, both in writing & speaking. Detail oriented, proactive and outspoken. Quality oriented and strong documentation/reporting skills. Good communicative skills. Working knowledge of machining processes (milling, mill-turn, boring, honing) and with surface treatment processes (heat treatment, plating, NDI) are considered an advantage. 

What we'll offer you

A challenging position in an innovative and international environment with a rich history in aircraft manufacturing. Our organization breathes passion for engineering and all our teams are justifiably proud of what they develop and build. As a Senior Manufacturing Engineer, you will receive a fantastic range of benefits, including:

A gross salary between €3.507 and 5.089,- per month, based on the CAO Metalektro and depending on your experience and qualifications. 40 paid holidays for full-time employment (27 holidays and 13 permanent ADV days). Working conditions according to the CAO Metalektro, including an excellent pension scheme and travel allowance. A profit sharing scheme A pleasant and informal working environment, in which we work together to achieve the best result for our customers in a pleasant atmosphere. Every opportunity to build on your career and personal development

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We’ll offer you fantastic challenges and amazing opportunities. This is your chance to be part of an organisation that has proven itself to be at the cutting edge of our industry; and is committed to pushing the boundaries even further. And with some of the best training on offer in the industry, who knows how far you can go?

A Great Place to work needs a Great Way of Working

Everyone is welcome to apply to GKN. We believe that we can only achieve our ambitions through a coming together of diverse minds who enjoy collaborating in an inspirational environment. Through our commitment to diversity, inclusion and belonging and by living our five powerful principles we’ve created a culture where everyone feels welcome to contribute. It’s a culture that won us ‘The Best Workplace Culture Award’. By embracing and celebrating what makes us unique we encourage everyone to bring their full self to work.

We’re also committed to providing an accessible recruitment process, so if you require reasonable adjustments at any stage during our recruitment process please get in touch and let us know.

We are the place where human dreams, plus human endeavour, shape the future of aerospace innovation and technology. ​

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