Manufacturing Engineer - Product

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 32 manufacturing sites in 12 countries we serve over 90% of the world’s aircraft and engine manufacturers and achieved sales of £3.6bn in 2025. There are no limits to where you can take your career.

Job Summary
We are looking for a skilled Manufacturing Engineer to join our team and support both operational and development programs. You will apply your engineering expertise to develop robust manufacturing processes, drive zero-defect execution, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Job Responsibilities
General

Demonstrate a safety-first mindset and ensure compliance with GKN Aerospace Health, Safety, and Environmental standards.

Develop technical solutions to complex problems for GKN Aerospace, customers, and suppliers.

Provide technical support for manufacturing process development and production integration.

Apply root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions to eliminate non-conformances.

Maintain strong, collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Drive continuous improvement through Lean manufacturing initiatives.

Manufacturing Engineering

Develop manufacturing process solutions for complex products.

Lead production planning from concept through full-rate production using GKN Zero Defect Manufacturing (ZDM) tools to achieve high process capability.

Support product development, first article builds, configuration changes, and define and implement build processes.

Own end-to-end process responsibility for the assigned manufacturing area.

Maintain and update all process documentation.

Oversee tooling, machinery, and material flow within the area.

Manage gauges and measurement controls to ensure product quality.

Lead Lean initiatives to improve efficiency and reduce waste.

Identify and resolve day-to-day process issues.

Drive improvement actions focused on labor & overhead, scrap reduction, quality, and productivity.

Support innovation and advanced projects led by the Advanced Manufacturing Engineering team.

Job Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical) with at least 3 years of experience in Manufacturing Engineering.

Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills, able to identify technical issues, propose solutions, and apply non‑routine analysis.

Competent in your field, with growing skills across related areas; able to provide technical input and represent the business with customers and suppliers.

Results‑driven, meeting deadlines while continuously seeking process improvements.

Working knowledge of quality system models such as ISO
9000, AS9100, or D1-9000.

Fluent in English, both written and spoken.

Collaboration & Influence.

Familiarity with AS9145 APQP process or equivalent.

Collaborative & Leadership

Active participant in the global technical community, with understanding of interactions across business functions and organizational culture.

Works independently, supervises others, and applies technical knowledge across multiple disciplines.

Demonstrates commercial awareness and supports the broader technical community.

Builds strong working relationships through teamwork, influence, coaching, and leadership.

Leads by example and contributes to project planning and knowledge sharing.

Desirable

Experience in Project or Program Management.

Familiarity with AS9145 APQP process or equivalent.

Benefits

A gross monthly salary up to € 5,561 – depending on your work experience.

8% holiday allowance.

40 holidays for full-time employment in line with the Collective Labor Agreement Metalektro.

An excellent pension scheme (PME) and travel allowance.

Onsite work environment with occasional hybrid model.

A pleasant and informal working environment, in which we work together to achieve the best result for our customers.

Learning and development opportunities to support your career progression.

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