Company description:
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, were inspired by the opportunities to innovate and break boundaries. Were proud to play a part in protecting the worlds democracies. And were committed to putting sustainability at the centre of everything we do, opening up and protecting our planet. With over 16,000 employees globally, across 33 manufacturing sites in 12 countries we serve over 90% of the worlds aircraft and engine manufacturers. There are no limits to where you can take your career.
Job description:
Its great to know youre making a difference to the future of aviation! Whatever part you play youll be helping us deliver operational excellence to our customers. GKNs Global Technology Centre (GTC) in Filton, Bristol is a £32m state of the art technology research and manufacturing process development facility which is a hub for world-class innovative technology for the next generation of fuel-efficient aircraft. It includes a collaborative space for research and development with universities, the UKs CATAPULT network and GKN Aerospaces UK supply chain, to help strengthen aerospace technology and support the UKs Industrial strategy.
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The Engineering Team Lead will be based at our GTC site in Bristol or in Cowes Isle of Wight, this is a newly created position for our development programmes in our defence portfolio. The Global Defence organisations are aiming to be supporting UK MOD initiatives to remain at the leading edge of Air Systems development to protect its people, project influence and promote prosperity and their Combat Air Strategy defines how the RAF/Royal Navy seeks to create operational advantage to enable the UK to achieve its military and strategic objectives. In 2018, UK Defence Industries put in place an ambitious programme to develop next generation air combat technology as part of the UKs Future Combat Air System (FCAS) that will includes a 6th generation crewed platform (Project Tempest) complemented by un-crewed platforms and other effectors.
GKN is already a key partner in 6th Gen programmes and now intends to expand its position in the FCAS family of systems by developing aerostructure and associated systems products for various platforms with the aim to deliver increased multi-role combat capability in an accelerated timeframe, with high production rate capability, whilst also meeting stringent affordability challenges. GKN will be responsible for designing, manufacturing and assembling key components as part of an accelerated technology development programme that will include a number of flying demonstrators.
The Engineering Team Lead will manage the delivery of Engineering Work Packages/Tasks agreed with a Chief Engineer/Programme Manager (or equivalent) to meet overall Programme and Business Objectives. The Engineering Team Lead reports hierarchically, functionally and operationally to the Director of E&T or Chief Engineer (of the same Programme) and will lead a team of 10 to 20 colleagues. The project will operate from GKN facilities in Bristol and the Isle of Wight, there is the requirement to be flexible with monthly travel (within in the UK) when required to our site in Isle of Wight and customers visits. We offer hybrid working the opportunity to work from home up to two days per week dependent on the needs of the business.
Job Responsibilities
Delivery of the Engineering Deliverables meeting the applicable Technical Requirements (including Manufacturability, Certification / Qualification Requirements) against agreed Schedule and Cost Objectives.
Implementation and Execution of Cost & Schedule Control: NRC Planning, Tracking / Control and Reporting through Earned Value Management (EVM).
Support Chief Engineer in the Execution of Programme Risk Management by identifying Technical Risks and determining associated Mitigation Actions
Initiating Corrective Measures in the Case of Deviations from the planned Schedule & Budget Objectives
Managing Change & Scope Control. Provides input to the internal Change Control Process, supporting the Chief Engineer in the Customer Change Control Board Process
Providing day-to-day Operational Management to the Engineering Project Team.
Ensuring Application of effective (Design-Build Team) Best/Working Practices & Standards and encouraging a culture of continuous improvement including Lean Initiatives
Contributing to establishing Knowledge and Experience (Knowledge Management, Tool and Process Enhancements and Lessons Learned) for the Function.
Providing effective Communication within the (Programme) Team and with Stakeholders outside the Team.
Acting as Link to other Internal Departments as Operations and Procurement to provide General Support and to achieve Specific Agreements on Manufacturing Philosophy, Design-to-Cost, Supplier Quotations, etc.
Identification of Work Packages suitable for Off-load to external Suppliers including drafting Statements of Work.
Supporting Functional Heads in the PDP Process (Job Appraisals, Career Development Reviews)
Profile description:
To help us make a difference, youll bring your passion and talent for what you do along with the following skills, experience, qualifications and attributes:
Essential:
Bachelor or Master Degree in (Aerospace) Engineering or equivalent working and thinking Level gained through experience
High level of engineering functional knowledge across multiple disciplines in order to successfully manage/guide the project/programme technical team.
Problem solving skills in both technical and programme management disciplines
Management of complex Projects; ability to rationalise, assess and evaluate information that may not always be clear or mature.
Ability to clearly present data, reports and presentations to facilitate the decision making process at all levels of the business.
Desirable:
Experience in dealing with related functions (Operations/Production, Sales/Customer Relationship Management, Supplier Management and Development).
Ability to mentor and coach Engineers in the Delivery of their specific task and supporting their professional growth
We are looking for people who want to make a difference, talented members with the skills and passions to become the best of the future in what they do. The Engineering Team Lead will have excellent interpersonal skills, you will build relationships up to and including senior management level. The successful person will be strong minded, convincing and committed, focussed on delivery, must be able to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
Note: Some GKN programmes are subject to regulatory restrictions which may impact certain nationalities. As part of the application process you will be asked to declare when applying for this role.
The position requires UK National Security Vetting (UKNSV) Security clearance (SC) due to the nature and responsibilities of the work carried out. In order for us to obtain an SC you usually need to have been resident in the UK for a minimum of 5 years to current date (but we do assess each case individually).
We offer:
Once youre on board youll get the following perks and benefits:
Competitive salary dependent on experience
Opportunity to earn up to 15% bonus
Industry Leading Pension Scheme = well match your contributions up to 8% on a 1 : 1.5 basis
Life Assurance 8 x salary
25 days holiday + bank holidays
Hybrid working giving you the opportunity to balance home and office working
Income protection
Electric Vehicle (EV) salary sacrifice scheme (Insurance, servicing, maintenance, roadside assistance and more included)
Shopping discounts
Cycle To Work Scheme
Employee Assistance Programme
Virtual GP Clinic for you and immediate family
A collaborative, dynamic working environment
As well as a competitive package well offer you a world of opportunity. We want to see your career fly! Well support your career progression by providing you with learning and development opportunities. Thats the beauty of being part of a global business, once youre on board you never know where you career journey may take you!
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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 weve created a culture where everyone feels welcome to contribute. Its 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.
Were 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. xsngvjr
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