Tooling Manufacturing Engineer

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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.

The Tooling Engineer supports the design, development and implementation of specialized tooling solutions used in the manufacture of composite parts for the aerospace industry. This includes Resin Transfer Molding (RTM), assembly and machining fixtures, inspection fixtures and gauges. The Tooling Engineer will work closely with Manufacturing Engineering, Production, and Quality to ensure current and future production tools are optimized for efficiency, safety, quality and compliance to strict aerospace standards.

In this role, the Tooling Engineer will apply technical skills in tool design, CAD, manufacturing engineering, problem solving and project management to deliver timely and effective tooling solutions in a challenging and fast-paced environment.

• Exemplify a safety-first mindset and ensure compliance with all GKN Aerospace Health, Safety, and Environmental policies.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Production and Quality teams to ensure tooling meets product specifications and performance requirements
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, including drawings, specifications, and maintenance procedures
• Review designs for accuracy, functionality and compliance with approved design standards for safety, ergonomics, manufacturability, and durability
• Optimize tooling efficiency, durability and cost effectiveness using lean manufacturing principles
• Evaluate and select materials, components and suppliers for tooling projects
• Coordinate with suppliers to manage quotes, lead times, project updates, and delivery
• Manage all tooling lifecycle activities including: design, procurement, qualification, release, maintenance, repair and retirement.
• Oversee the installation, setup and calibration of tooling in production
• Lead structured problem-solving activities to resolve production issues linked to tool wear or process failure.
• Provide training and technical support to production team on tool use, maintenance, and troubleshooting

  Salary Range for position:

  $90,000

  $110,000

  Offered benefits may include:

  • 15 days Paid Time Off
  • Medical Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Short Term Disability (STD)
  • Long Term Disability (LTD)
  • Life Insurance
  • Optional Life Insurance
  • Optional Spousal Life Insurance
  • Optional Dependent Life Insurance
  • Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D)
  • Optional Accidental Death &Dismemberment (AD&D)
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • Health Care Savings Account (HSA)
  • 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Voluntary Critical Illness Insurance
  • Voluntary Hospital Indemnity Insurance
  • Voluntary Accident Insurance
  • Voluntary Identity Theft Insurance
  • Voluntary Legal Services
  • Employee “Discount” Programs (such as home, auto insurance or pet)

Formal Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Aerospace Engineering or equivalent
• Proficient in CAD software (Catia and NX), manufacturing processes and tool design principles
• Ability to apply and interpret GD&T of complex precision mold design
• 3-5 years of…