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 in…
GKN ist eine international operierende, strategisch ausgerichtete Unternehmensgruppe. In über 12 Ländern weltweit sind mehr als 16.000 Mitarbeitende beschäftigt. GKN Aerospace Deutschland ist Teil dieser Unternehmensgr…
Associate Research Engineer, Technology Specialist
Westlake, Texas, United States · On-site
Entry level$3M raised
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San Diego County, California, United States · On-site
$21/hr–$25/hr
Mid level$3M raised
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Skills: Trade Compliance, Import/Export Operations, Customs Clearance, International Logistics, Microsoft Office Suite
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 in…
Skills: Customs Compliance, Tariff Classification, Import/Export Operations, Customs Valuation, Country of Origin Determination
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Skills: Administrative Support, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Meeting Preparation
San Diego County, California, United States · On-site
$20/hr–$25/hr
Mid level$3M raised
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San Diego County, California, United States · On-site
$20/hr–$25/hr
Mid level$3M raised
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Skills: Fabrication, Blueprint Reading, Surface Finishing, Forklift Operation, Material Removal
San Diego County, California, United States · On-site
$20/hr–$25/hr
Mid level$3M raised
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Skills: Fabrication, Blueprint Reading, Surface Finishing, Forklift Operation, Material Removal
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Skills: Customs Compliance, Tariff Classification, Import/Export Operations, Customs Valuation, Country of Origin Determination
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Skills: Document Control, Quality Management System, Safety Management System, Part 145 Regulations, Calibration Control
Trollhättan, Västra Götaland County, Sweden · On-site
Senior+$3M raised
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Skills: Linux Architecture, Kubernetes, Containerization, Cloud-Native Infrastructure, Infrastructure-as-Code
Warehouse Manager Material Handling(32- 40 uur, Hoogeveen)
Hoogeveen, Drenthe, Netherlands · On-site
Senior$3M raised
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Skills: Logistics Management, Process Optimization, Team Leadership, Strategic Planning, KPI Development
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Skills: Standard Operating Procedures, Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, Hazard Identification, Quality Control
San Diego County, California, United States · On-site
$20/hr–$25/hr
Mid level$3M raised
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Skills: Fabrication, Blueprint Reading, Surface Finishing, Material Removal, Forklift Operation
Charlestown, New Hampshire, United States · On-site
Mid level$3M raised
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Skills: Material Handling, Forklift Operation, Inventory Management, Shipping and Receiving, Logistics
San Diego County, California, United States · On-site
Entry level$3M raised
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Skills: Manufacturing Engineering, Lean Methodologies, PFMEA, Root Cause Analysis, Six Sigma
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Full-time
professional certificate
Training
Posted 16d ago
Apply by Aug 31
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
The Process Technician is responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, and optimizing production machinery to ensure operational efficiency and quality control. They perform scheduled maintenance and collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve workflows and minimize downtime.
Requirements
Candidates must have a professional qualification or diploma in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Electrical engineering and at least 2 years of experience in related processes. Knowledge of industry standards, CR7 rating, ATA 72, and mechanical assembly is required.
Full job 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, 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
The Process Technician plays a role in ensuring operational efficiency and quality control in the repair and maintenance processes. This position involves troubleshooting and optimizing production processes, performing hands-on technical work, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to improve workflows and minimize downtime. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical skills, a keen attention to detail, and a commitment to safely and effectively delivering high-quality result
Knowledge and experience in Shotpeen, Vibro, Grit Blast, Thermal Spray, Masking De-masking & Choking Pad
Job Responsibilities
Performing schedule maintenance tasks, troubleshooting and repair on machinery and equipments
Evaluates parts identifying areas requiring removal or rework to maintain customer specifications by using measuring tools.
Maintain record of maintenance activity, repair, and equipment performance
Checks all work to assure that quality standards are maintained and has adhered to all specifications and procedures involving internal and customer practices.
Participating in continuous improvement (Kaizen activity)
Maintains a clean work environment (including assigned storage and cleaning duties) in full compliance with company standards.
Contribute to their team in creating a "Great Place to Work" by role-modelling safety-first and supporting their colleagues
Adhering to safety protocol and follow all GKN Aerospace Health, Safety and Environmental policies and standards.
Support the team and TL in problem solving, contributing ideas based upon own experience of their tasks
Comply with all legal and regulatory requirement and Export Control regulations
Performs daily preventative maintenance of equipment in adherence with a predefined schedule.
Performs other duties, tasks and responsibilities as assigned.
Job Qualifications
Professional qualification (Diploma or Professional Certificate) with background in engineering (Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical).
2 years’ experience in the related processes.
Familiarity with industry standards and regulations
Knowledge in CR7 rating and ATA 72.
Mechanical Assembly.
We’ll offer you fantastic challenges and amazing opportunities. This is your chance to be part of an organisation that has proven itself to be at the cutting edge of our industry; and is committed to pushing the boundaries even further. And with some of the best training on offer in the industry, who knows how far you can go?
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 we’ve created a culture where everyone feels welcome to contribute. It’s 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.
We’re 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.
We are the place where human dreams, plus human endeavour, shape the future of aerospace innovation and technology.
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GKN Aerospace is the world’s leading multi-technology tier 1 aerospace supplier, with a mission to be the most trusted and sustainable partner in the sky. As a global company serving the world’s leading aircraft manufacturers, GKN Aerospace designs, manufactures and delivers an extensive range of advanced aerospace systems, components and technologies – for use in commercial and defense aircraft ranging from helicopters, business jets, passenger planes and advanced air mobility vehicles to the most advanced fighter aircraft. In line with its mission, GKN Aerospace is committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050. Lightweight composites, additive manufacturing, electrical wiring interconnection systems and innovative engine systems help to reduce emissions and weight on today’s aircraft, while it collaborates with global partners to accelerate the development of zero-emission aircraft technologies, including hydrogen-powered propulsion and all-electric flight. GKN Aerospace is market leading in aerostructures and engine systems, with 16,000 employees across its 36 manufacturing locations in 12 countries.
Offices: 11th Floor, The Colmore Building, Colmore Circus, Queensway, Birmingham, West Midlands B4 6AT, GB · Golf Course Lane, Filton, England BS34 9AU, GB · Govier Way, Bristol, England BS35 4GG, GB · Ferry Road, East Cowes, England PO32 6, GB · London Luton Airport, Luton, England LU2 9PQ, GB
GKN Aerospace is the world’s leading multi-technology tier 1 aerospace supplier, with a mission to be the most trusted and sustainable partner in the sky. As a global company serving the world’s leading aircraft manufacturers, GKN Aerospace designs, manufactures and delivers an extensive range of advanced aerospace systems, components and technologies – for use in commercial and defense aircraft ranging from helicopters, business jets, passenger planes and advanced air mobility vehicles to the most advanced fighter aircraft. In line with its mission, GKN Aerospace is committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050. Lightweight composites, additive manufacturing, electrical wiring interconnection systems and innovative engine systems help to reduce emissions and weight on today’s aircraft, while it collaborates with global partners to accelerate the development of zero-emission aircraft technologies, including hydrogen-powered propulsion and all-electric flight. GKN Aerospace is market leading in aerostructures and engine systems, with 16,000 employees across its 36 manufacturing locations in 12 countries.
Offices: 11th Floor, The Colmore Building, Colmore Circus, Queensway, Birmingham, West Midlands B4 6AT, GB · Golf Course Lane, Filton, England BS34 9AU, GB · Govier Way, Bristol, England BS35 4GG, GB · Ferry Road, East Cowes, England PO32 6, GB · London Luton Airport, Luton, England LU2 9PQ, GB