Engineer - Manufacturing & Assembly in Bristol

We have a new exciting and career defining opportunity for a Senior Engineer - Manufacturing & Assembly to join our growing Hydrogen Systems Engineering team. This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of the green revolution in aviation, a project that aligns with our company mission, "To be the most Trusted and Sustainable Partner in the Sky". Reporting to the Principal Research Engineer for Design, you will be responsible for managing a running BOM with a Plan for Every Part; defining the manufacturing build plans and supporting the design development (in collaboration with supply chain specialists) for the best route to realisation. This role will be based at our Bristol GTC, however travel will be expected including occasional international.

How You’ll Contribute

This is a multi-discipline role responsible for leading the manufacturing definition and execution of the Cryogenic Power distribution system demonstrator. You will be expected to support the team with the development of the manufacturing engineering definitions aligned to product design using best practice in assembly, manufacturing and the capability of the identified supply chain.

Responsibilities

• Working with the programme and engineering specialists to identify and plan the production & prototyping activities
• Leveraging relationships within the team to ensure the BoM has a Plan for Every Part and that appropriate governance around MRL and manufacturing buy-in is undertaken to ensure smooth delivery of product for testing
• Codifying the processes defined and developed within the programmes
• Liaising with suppliers to capture their best manufacturing approach and influencing the design to support the programme needs
• Using MBD to modernise the concurrent engineering lifecycle to be more Model Based Engineering compliant

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master Degree in relevant engineering discipline
• At least 5 years of relevant experience gained within manufacturing, ME or technical supply chain development
• Able to write manufacturing specifications, understand GD&T and detail drawings
• Understanding of aerospace manufacturing processes
• Experience in weights accountancy and mass balance calculations
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills including technical report writing
• Catia V5 conversant (or similar CAD package) with PDLM Knowledge

Desirable

• APQP level of Process control understanding
• Experience in PO & contract writing/comprehension
• BoM management and supplier data management experience
• Familiarity with cryogenic design standards and processes
• Experience in developing MBSE methodologies and Engineering tools
• Practical hands on type with ability to be agile and dynamic as the situation requires

Personal Attributes

• Strong Communication Skills
• Excellent Team Player
• Passion & Energy
• Execution (Self) discipline

We’ll Offer

Once you’re on board you’ll get the following perks and benefits:

• Competitive salary dependent on experience
• Company bonus based on company and personal performance
• Industry Leading Pension Scheme – we’ll match your contributions on a 1 : 1.5 basis
• Company contributing up to 12%
• Life Assurance 8x salary
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Flexible working hours including the ability to finish at 12noon on a Friday
• Income protection
• Shopping discounts
• Cycle To Work Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Virtual GP Clinic for you and immediate family
• A collaborative, dynamic working environment

About GKN Aerospace

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 33 manufacturing sites in 12 countries we serve over 90% of the world’s aircraft and engine manufacturers and achieved sales of £3.35 bn in 2023. There are no limits to where you can take your career. 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. You will have the ability to work autonomously and also part of a wider team. We want to see your career fly! We’ll support your career progression by providing you with learning and development opportunities. That’s the beauty of being part of a global business, once you’re on board you never know where your career journey may take you! 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'. 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.