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You will lead and coordinate cross-functional activities to support project execution, focusing on equipment and process qualification. This includes managing engineering test pieces alongside production work and ensuring timely completion without disrupting production commitments.
A Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering and 2 years of manufacturing engineering experience or 7+ years of experience in Manufacturing Engineering is required. Preferred qualifications include 3-5 years of experience in Manufacturing Engineering, GKN experience, and familiarity with the Aerospace Industry.
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.
About the opportunity
GKN Aerospace is a global engineering business. Everytime you travel by air almost anywhere in the world it is likely that GKN is helping you on your way. We design, manufacture and service systems and components for original equipment manufacturers around the world. We are continuously evolving, pioneering new technologies and reinventing existing ones, stretching ourselves to better in everything we do.
What you’ll do
You will lead and coordinate cross-functional activities to support project execution, with a strong emphasis on equipment and process qualification. Acting as the key liaison between Operations and Engineering, you will align priorities, resolve scheduling conflicts, and ensure efficient machine utilization. You will manage the planning and execution of engineering test pieces alongside production work, track their progress through manufacturing, and ensure timely completion without disrupting production commitments.
In this role, you will compile and communicate qualification data, support adherence to project timelines, and proactively identify and mitigate risks.
This role in not classified as a Safety Sensitive position under the FAA regulations and is not subject to Random Drug testing
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Compensation Ranges
The compensation range for this role is between $91,083 - $113,853
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.
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.
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