Melrose GKN Aerospace Global Graduate Program (Engineering)

Melrose GKN Aerospace Global Graduate Program (Engineering)

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 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.

Melrose GKN Aerospace

Kick-start your career with GKN Aerospace, a world leader in cutting-edge aerospace innovation! As part of Melrose Industries PLC, we are driving the future of flight with advanced technology and engineering excellence. Join our Global Graduate Program and be part of a dynamic team shaping the next generation of aerospace solutions. Your journey to a high-flying career starts here!

Our Papendrecht site is specialized in manufacturing empennages, wing components, fuselage parts, wiring systems and landing gear for commercial aircraft, business Jets, rotorcraft and fighter aircraft. An approximate of 2,600 employees work for major customers like Airbus, Boeing, Gulfstream, Dassault, NHIndustries and Lockheed Martin.

As a Graduate Trainee, you will be a member of our Engineering team, that focuses on the design and manufacturing of Aerostructures and Landing Gear parts and components.

What You'll be Doing

During your placements you will be working as part of a global team, giving you the opportunity to experience different cultures and work with a diverse range of people. Whether you envisage an engineering career in Design, Manufacturing or Technology Research and Development, choosing GKN Aerospace means you are joining a global engineering network with wide-ranging opportunities.

Throughout your 24-month graduate journey, we give you the opportunity to test and grow your technical and personal skills. We provide support by offering you technical trainings (tools, knowledge, manufacturing) and mentoring as you work on real projects, solving real problems and delivering real change. We aim to match your capabilities and aspirations to our strategic and operational needs –ensuring a thriving business for us and fulfilling career for you. As part of our Engineering Graduate Program you can expect the following:

• Rotation within and outside Engineering:

• Within Engineering: Product Group (bid support), Centers of Competence (tools & methods development), Production Support, Sub-functions (test, weights, configuration management, etc.).
• Outside Engineering: Technology, Manufacturing Engineering, Production Preparation, Tooling, Quality, etc.

• Placements at a variety of Manufacturing Sites, our Global Technology Centre and within the Global Engineering Function, including international exposure.
• Performing and supporting engineering testing, verification, and delivery of technical content and solutions within an engineering laboratory, test, or work environment.
• Developing and deploying cutting-edge and transformational manufacturing technology solutions to meet our ambitious sustainability and productivity targets.
• Introduction and support of root cause analysis, preventative and corrective action to reduce/eliminate non-conformances with all relevant customer, regulatory, and airworthiness requirements, within agreed program, schedule, and manufacturing constraints
• Supporting operational and development Programs to enable and deliver zero defect projects, utilizing engineering and problem solving skills.

We are committed to your continued development and success, and so throughout your journey you will engage in our onboarding and structured development program; alongside our Global Graduate Community, providing you support and networking opportunities throughout your career at GKN Aerospace. You will also have the opportunity to take part in additional activities outside of your role, whether it be supporting local community

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's or higher in Aerospace / Mechanical Engineering or similar,
• Passion for aerospace design and manufacturing,
• Dedicated, tenacious, creative and resourceful,
• (Self-) Disciplined and able to mobilize commitment,
• Fluent in English,
• Residence in the Netherlands.

What We'll Offer

• 24-month program with a guaranteed permanent opportunity on Graduation.
• Variety of business value add / rewarding placements across different programs and locations.
• Working at the forefront of engineering, technology and innovations.
• International exposure opportunities.
• A structured development journey.
• Dedicated Home Manager, mentor and buddy to fully support you throughout your program.
• An opportunity to understand and therefore work to your personal strengths.
• A complete remuneration package in line with the Metalektro Collective Labor Agreement,
• High Level of Exposure to different parts of the business; sites, locations, customers, stakeholders.
• An ambassador for the organisation at various events and functions as well as STEM and Future Career events.
• A member of the Global Graduate community.

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 are the place where human dreams, plus human endeavour, shape the future of aerospace innovation and technology. ​