Overview
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GKN Aerospace is reimagining air travel: going further, faster and greener. With over 15,000 employees across 41 manufacturing sites in 12 countries, we serve over 90% of the world’s aircraft and engine manufacturers. There are no limits to where you can take your career.
Location and team
Based at our East Cowes site on the Isle of Wight and reporting to the Manufacturing Engineer Manager, the successful candidate will join a team of approximately 6–10 Manufacturing Engineers and may require limited ad-hoc travel, nationally and internationally. Relocation support within the UK is provided for successful applicants.
Responsibilities
* The development of tooling solutions (mould tools; 5 axis fixtures; assembly jigs; shop aids) to complex problems from concept through production.
* Design tooling for high process capability using Catia V5 and the GKN Zero Defect Manufacturing (ZDM) tool suite.
* Accountable for tool fabrication quotes, tooling input for new product quotes, tooling configuration changes involving cost estimation, scheduling, and implementation.
* Maintain a safety-first mindset and comply with GKN Aerospace Health, Safety and Environmental policies and standards.
* Use root cause analysis and preventative/corrective actions to reduce non-conformances.
* Continuously improve production processes by implementing Lean initiatives.
Qualifications
Essential
* A HNC qualification within an Engineering related subject or equivalent
* Significant experience in Tool Design related to composite moulds and assembly jigs; Design for Manufacture (DFM)
* Demonstrable experience with CAD Software (ideally Catia V5)
* Experience addressing issues within the supply chain; internal and external
Desirable
* Working knowledge of quality system models such as ISO9000, AS9100, or D1-9000
* Background in Aerospace industry
* Familiarity with AS9145 APQP process or equivalent
* Understanding and use of an ERP system
* Experience of interpreting aged drawings
Benefits
* Competitive salary dependent on experience
* Industry Leading Pension Scheme – we’ll match contributions up to 8% on a 1:1.5 basis
* Life Assurance 8x salary
* 190 hours holiday + bank holidays
* Income protection
* Shopping discounts
* Cycle To Work Scheme
* Employee Assistance Programme
* UK Relocation support available (if applicable)
* A collaborative, dynamic working environment
Accessibility and inclusion
Everyone is welcome to apply. We are committed to diversity, inclusion and belonging, and provide accessible recruitment processes. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please get in touch.
Role details
* Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Engineering and Information Technology
* Industries: Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing
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