GKN Aerospace | Engineering Team Lead - Systems Engineering | East Cowes
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 are committed to putting sustainability at the centre of everything we do. With over 16,000 employees globally, across 33 manufacturing sites in 12 countries, we serve over 90% of the world's aircraft and engine manufacturers. There are no limits to where you can take your career. Job Summary GKN Aerospace is an original aerospace innovator. For decades, GKN Aerospace technologies have inspired and industrialised the aerospace industry, combining engineering and technological excellence. All major aircraft and engine manufacturers rely on our advanced technologies. Join us and be part of
Defence - Systems Engineering & Technology
at GKN Aerospace. We are a growing team, with a mission to be the most trusted product and technology development and support partner to our internal and external defence customers. The Engineering Team Lead (Electrical/Mechanical Systems Engineering) manages the delivery of Engineering Work Packages/Tasks agreed with a Chief Engineer/Programme Manager (or equivalent) to meet overall Programme and Business Objectives reporting to the Chief Engineer (of the same programme). You will draw on your Electrical/Mechanical Systems engineering background and product lifecycle awareness to progress a variety of NPI projects, supporting in building a new team and providing leadership to a small team of approximately eight to ten colleagues. This is a very exciting opportunity. You will be an integral member of the team embarking on a significant technology development project. This four-year project will be a major steppingstone towards achieving the next generation of avionics for customer Tilt-Rotors. The project will operate from our GKN facilities in Cowes, Isle of Wight, with a requirement for international travel within Europe and to the U.S. (approximately every two months). We offer hybrid working, the opportunity to work from home up to two days per week dependent on business needs. Job Accountabilities Deliver Engineering deliverables, meeting the applicable Technical Requirements against agreed Schedule and Cost Objectives. Implement and execute cost and schedule Control: NRC Planning, Tracking / Control and Reporting through Earned Value Management. Support Chief Engineer in execution of program risk management by identifying technical risks and determining associated Mitigation Actions. Initiate corrective measures in case of deviations from planned schedule and budget objectives. Manage change and scope control. Provide day-to-day operational management to engineering project team. Identify work packages suitable for Off-load to external Suppliers including drafting statements of work. Generate technical reports and presentations. Manage and develop requirements and specifications. What You'll Bring Essential: HND, or Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Systems Engineering. Experience in technical project leadership including developing and coaching people. Experience specifying and developing electrical/electronic systems. Experience in the mechanical design, integration and test of the electrical/electronic systems. Desirable: Experience in the Aerospace industry. Completed Project Management Training / Courses. Experience in CATIA v5, or similar. Proficiency in RBE tools, e.g. DOORS. Experience in Torquemeter Sensor Systems/Sensor Systems. We are looking for people who want to make a difference, talented individuals with the skills and passion to become future leaders. The successful person will be strong-minded, convincing, and committed, focused on delivery, able to work under pressure and to tight deadlines. We offer: Competitive salary dependent on experience. Opportunity to earn up to 15% bonus. Industry Leading Pension Scheme. Life Assurance 8 x salary. 185 hours holiday + bank holidays. Relocation support (if applicable). Hybrid working. Income protection. Shopping discounts. Cycle To Work Scheme. Employee Assistance Programme. A collaborative, dynamic working environment. Join us and keep the world moving. Everyone is welcome to apply to GKN. We believe that we can only achieve our ambitions through a coming together of diverse minds. By embracing and celebrating what makes us unique we encourage everyone to bring their full self to work.
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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 are committed to putting sustainability at the centre of everything we do. With over 16,000 employees globally, across 33 manufacturing sites in 12 countries, we serve over 90% of the world's aircraft and engine manufacturers. There are no limits to where you can take your career. Job Summary GKN Aerospace is an original aerospace innovator. For decades, GKN Aerospace technologies have inspired and industrialised the aerospace industry, combining engineering and technological excellence. All major aircraft and engine manufacturers rely on our advanced technologies. Join us and be part of
Defence - Systems Engineering & Technology
at GKN Aerospace. We are a growing team, with a mission to be the most trusted product and technology development and support partner to our internal and external defence customers. The Engineering Team Lead (Electrical/Mechanical Systems Engineering) manages the delivery of Engineering Work Packages/Tasks agreed with a Chief Engineer/Programme Manager (or equivalent) to meet overall Programme and Business Objectives reporting to the Chief Engineer (of the same programme). You will draw on your Electrical/Mechanical Systems engineering background and product lifecycle awareness to progress a variety of NPI projects, supporting in building a new team and providing leadership to a small team of approximately eight to ten colleagues. This is a very exciting opportunity. You will be an integral member of the team embarking on a significant technology development project. This four-year project will be a major steppingstone towards achieving the next generation of avionics for customer Tilt-Rotors. The project will operate from our GKN facilities in Cowes, Isle of Wight, with a requirement for international travel within Europe and to the U.S. (approximately every two months). We offer hybrid working, the opportunity to work from home up to two days per week dependent on business needs. Job Accountabilities Deliver Engineering deliverables, meeting the applicable Technical Requirements against agreed Schedule and Cost Objectives. Implement and execute cost and schedule Control: NRC Planning, Tracking / Control and Reporting through Earned Value Management. Support Chief Engineer in execution of program risk management by identifying technical risks and determining associated Mitigation Actions. Initiate corrective measures in case of deviations from planned schedule and budget objectives. Manage change and scope control. Provide day-to-day operational management to engineering project team. Identify work packages suitable for Off-load to external Suppliers including drafting statements of work. Generate technical reports and presentations. Manage and develop requirements and specifications. What You'll Bring Essential: HND, or Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Systems Engineering. Experience in technical project leadership including developing and coaching people. Experience specifying and developing electrical/electronic systems. Experience in the mechanical design, integration and test of the electrical/electronic systems. Desirable: Experience in the Aerospace industry. Completed Project Management Training / Courses. Experience in CATIA v5, or similar. Proficiency in RBE tools, e.g. DOORS. Experience in Torquemeter Sensor Systems/Sensor Systems. We are looking for people who want to make a difference, talented individuals with the skills and passion to become future leaders. The successful person will be strong-minded, convincing, and committed, focused on delivery, able to work under pressure and to tight deadlines. We offer: Competitive salary dependent on experience. Opportunity to earn up to 15% bonus. Industry Leading Pension Scheme. Life Assurance 8 x salary. 185 hours holiday + bank holidays. Relocation support (if applicable). Hybrid working. Income protection. Shopping discounts. Cycle To Work Scheme. Employee Assistance Programme. A collaborative, dynamic working environment. Join us and keep the world moving. Everyone is welcome to apply to GKN. We believe that we can only achieve our ambitions through a coming together of diverse minds. By embracing and celebrating what makes us unique we encourage everyone to bring their full self to work.
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