Job Description

GKN Aerospace is the world's leading multi-technology tier 1 aerospace supplier. With 51 manufacturing locations in 14 countries, we serve over 90% of the world”s aircraft and engine manufacturers. We design and manufacture innovative smart aerospace systems and components. Every time you travel by air almost anywhere in the world, it is likely that GKN is helping you on your way.
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.

Job Summary

To lead & actively support Design work packages from Civil Airframes business predominantly on Wing and Empennage primary and secondary structures. Take ownership on building the team capacity and competencies towards complete design ownership responsibilities.

Job Responsibilities

• Support Design Lead in the coordination of tasks, monitoring and reporting on delivery performance for the Design Office.
   Create and update detail for assembly drawings, incorporating engineering change notes, achieving delivery to time cost and quality.
       Incorporate upgrade modifications into the drawing set and provide design solutions.
       Develop technical solutions, compliant with requirements within agreed programmes and timescales.
       Proactively liaise with internal contacts to report progress and ensure tasking is completed to the correct specifications, time cost and quality.
       Follow appropriate quality management procedures for defining technical content and project reporting.
       Participate in the support of Engineering continuous improvement plans and “Lean” initiatives to develop improved operating processes and procedures.
       Liaise with internal customers on a day to day basis in order to meet external customer requirements.
       Work effectively with Outsource Service/Offload providers as required.

Job Qualifications

•      Holds relevant academic qualifications (Bachelor, Master or equivalent) or demonstrable knowledge acquired through experience within a design environment. 
•      10+ years (indicative) of relevant experience gained within an engineering discipline, ideally within an aerospace environment and in multi-disciplinary engineering project teams (Design/CM,  EWIS, Analysis, M&P, Manufacturing/ Industrialization)
•      CATIA V5 Proficient (Part Design, Assembly Design, Drafting, Generative Shape Design and Aerospace Sheet Metal workbenches)
•      Holds or can be developed to check / approval status either internally and/or externally. 
•      Able to act under own initiative within defined functional procedures / governance.
•      Acts in developing and mentoring people for Technical Approval.
•      Demonstrates the ability to develop major assembly drawings and schemes and concept layouts.
•      Demonstrates the ability to determine means of technical compliance.
•      Strong understanding of Lean Principles and is able to demonstrate this in their approach.
•      Capable of leading an internal technical review.
•      Demonstrates the ability to work from first principles.
•      Demonstrates an aptitude for mentoring; passing on knowledge through day to day activities
•      Capable of preparing / presenting a Preliminary Design Review (“PDR”) / Critical Design Review (“CDR”) Technical Review.
•      Demonstrates an appreciation and understanding of costs of materials and processes.
•      Capable of being technical representative representing the business at a customer / supplier JDP.
•      Assessment of a job size and tasks and the ability to report on progress and budget.

Desirable Skills, Experience and Qualifications:

•      CATIA VBA scripting or automation skills.
•      Experience in aerospace composite parts design or manufacturing.
•      Hand-on experience in CATIA CPD work bench

Essential Personal Attributes:
     Be capable of: 

•     Contribute to teams through change activities, ensuring continuous two way communication.
•     Focus on continuous improvement and problem solving.
•     Commit to relationship building with customers and colleagues.
•     Work effectively with diverse groups of people.
•      Consistently demonstrate the following attributes and values: 
•     Recognise what people need from you and respond flexibly.
•     Demonstrates interpersonal sensitivity.
•     Builds confidence in others.
•     Hunger for continuous learning, growth and curiosity.
•     Stretch out of comfort zone.
•     Challenge assumptions and hearsay, and look for evidence.
•     Trusts people to do their job.

     Personal knowledge: 

•         Knows what drives profit within their business area.
•         Knows the key stakeholders.
•        In depth knowledge of own industry and customers.

Diversity Inclusion and Belonging (DIB)

As a global engineering company, innovation is what differentiates us from our competitors and is central to our success.

A balance of cultures, ethnicities and genders help bring new ideas and creativity to GKN. We need people of different backgrounds, with different skills and perspectives to spark originality, imagination and creativeness in our teams around the world.

GKN is an equal opportunity employer.

We treat all our employees and applicants fairly and are committed to ensuring that there is no discrimination or harassment against any employee or qualified applicant on the grounds of age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Skills Required

• CATIA