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Job description
Ready to make an impact in the aerospace industry? We're looking for a Senior Manufacturing Engineer Assembly to join the team of GKN Fokker in Papendrecht (the Netherlands), and to help them build the next generation of landing gear components.
In this role, you will be a vital part of the Assembly team of GKN Fokker, ensuring the smooth production of parts for some of the world’s most iconic aircraft. Your work will directly contribute to the safety of
Candidate profile
Job requirements
Bachelor or Master Degree in Aerospace
10+ years' experience in Manufacturing Engineering, preferably with some experience in an aerospace manufacturing environment
Experience in machining processes and in managing (new) Product / Process introduction (industrialization) & existing production process improvements.
Experience with Low volume production of high quality vehicles manufacturing processes
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About the company
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. We 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 we 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
Good to know: You'll receive a WhatsApp message from us within 15 minutes of applying. We'll ask you a few short questions about your application to help you more quickly. Don't have WhatsApp? No problem! We'll contact you by phone or email.
Offer
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,- per month based on 40 h per week)
Full-time (40 h p/w preferred; 32-36 h p/w is discussible)
Start date: October 2025
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