Job description
YACHT Engineering has a new role at GKN Fokker Aerospace BV for a Manufacturing Engineer - Product and Planning.
About the Role
We are looking for a Manufacturing Engineer to expand the Product & Planning team at Fokker Landing Gear, located in Papendrecht.
This isn't just any engineering role; you'll be at the heart of ensuring the flawless production of critical landing gear components, directly contributing to the safety of every flight. If you're passionate about precision, efficiency, and making a tangible impact, this is your chance to shine.
As a key member of our Integrated Product Team (IPT), you'll be instrumental in keeping production running smoothly and continuously improving our processes.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Developing technical solutions to complex problems, always exemplifying a safety-first mindset and ensuring full compliance with GKN Aerospace Health, Safety, and Environmental policies and standards.
- Providing critical technical support for manufacturing development and integration into production.
- Tackling issues related to vendor schedules and quality, ensuring a seamless supply chain.
- Utilizing root cause analysis, preventative, and corrective actions to significantly reduce and eliminate non-conformances.
- Managing the implementation of tooling and/or production planning from original concept through to production. You'll design these processes with a high degree of process capability, leveraging the GKN standard Zero Defect Manufacturing (ZDM) tool suite to demonstrate their effectiveness.
- Overseeing product development, first article development, configuration changes, and the definition and implementation of build processes.
- Delivering Measurable Results: Drive measurable, metrics-driven results that align perfectly with operational and program goals.
Besides that:
- Maintaining positive, collaborative team relationships with internal and external customers, as well as co-workers.
- Continuously enhancing production processes by actively implementing Lean initiatives.
What We're Looking For:
We're seeking a proactive, detail-oriented Manufacturing Engineer who thrives in a dynamic environment and is committed to continuous improvement. If you're ready to take on exciting challenges and grow your expertise in aerospace, we encourage you to apply!
Functie-eisen
Job requirements
• Experience in managing (new) Product / Process introduction (industrialization) & existing production process improvements
• 7+ years' experience in Manufacturing Engineering
• Degree in a related Engineering discipline, such as Aerospace, Mechanical, Automotive
• Working knowledge of LEAN processes and practices
• Working knowledge of quality system models such as ISO9000, AS9100, or D1-9000.
• Quality driven and strong documentation / reporting skills
• Working knowledge of machining processes (milling, mill-turn, boring, honing) and of surface treatment processes (heat treatment, plating, shot-peen, NDI) would be an advantage
Competenties
Competencies
• Ability to work in a multicultural environment
• Fluency in English, both in writing & speaking
• Ability to influence people, build trust and establish effective working relationship within a global organization
Arbeidsvoorwaarden
Terms of employment
• We offer you a challenging position in an innovative and international environment with a rich history in aircraft manufacturing
• It concerns a secondment agreement at GKN Fokker Aerospace BV via Yacht for 1 year, with possibility of extension and a permanent contract at the company after the first year.
• We offer a competitive salary, between €4.800 and 6.000,- gross per month based on 40 h per week.
Full-time (40 h p/w preferred; 32-36 h p/w is discussible)
Start date: ASAP
Bedrijfsinformatie
About the company
Why Join Fokker Landing Gear?
Impactful Work: Contribute to unique projects that prioritize safety and innovation in the aerospace industry, directly impacting the lives of millions.
Career Growth: Develop your skills and advance your career within a leading multi-technology manufacturing environment, with a clear path for professional development.
Collaborative Culture: Become a vital part of a supportive and highly skilled team that values innovation and excellence.
Cutting-Edge Technology: Work with advanced manufacturing processes and tools, including the GKN standard ZDM suite.
Don't miss this opportunity to be part of something extraordinary. Apply today and help us build the future of flight!
GKN Fokker Aerospace is a recognized, first-class specialist in the design, development and production of lightweight structures, modules and landing gear for the aerospace and defence industry. They operate at the forefront of today's technology.
GKN Fokker's outstanding workforce and state-of-the-art technologies have seamlessly merged with GKN Aerospace, solidifying a significant footprint in the Netherlands, where they operate across two sites with 3,500 skilled employees.
GKN Fokker's renowned heritage and expertise in aerostructures, electrical wiring systems, and landing gear, have further strengthened GKN Aerospace's technology and market leadership.
Location: Papendrecht (the Netherlands)
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contact
Anastassia Blechko
anastassia.blechko@yacht.nl
06-53941731
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