GKN Aerospace · 12 hours ago
Manufacturing Engineer (Early Careers)
GKN Aerospace is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to support production and development programs, ensuring zero-defect manufacturing through robust process design and continuous improvement. The role involves implementing advanced manufacturing technologies and collaborating with internal teams and external partners to deliver measurable results aligned with manufacturing objectives.
AerospaceCommercialManufacturing
Responsibilities
Develop and implement technical solutions for complex manufacturing challenges
Provide manufacturing engineer support for production integration and supplier-related issues
Lead root cause investigations and corrective actions to resolve non-conformances
Design tooling and production plans using standard manufacturing engineering methodologies
Support product development activities for manufacturing, which include quoting, tooling design, configuration changes, and first article inspections
Deliver measurable results aligned with manufacturing program and value stream objectives
Collaborate cross-functionally with internal teams and external partners
Champion Lean initiatives and drive continuous improvement through various manufacturing processes
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Quality Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related fields
3+ months of professional experience in aerospace parts manufacturing engineering
Experience with composite materials or equivalent engineered materials (e.g., fiber-reinforced polymers, laminates, or hybrid structures) in a manufacturing or product development environment
Must be a US Persons (US Citizen, Green Card Holder / US permanent resident, refugee or asylee) to meet export control compliance requirements
Preferred
GKN Aerospace experience
Strong continuous improvement mindset and results-driven approach
Ability to work independently across diverse manufacturing environments
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Experience mentoring or coaching team members
Demonstrated leadership, initiative, and sound judgment
Six Sigma or Lean Manufacturing experience is a plus
Company
GKN Aerospace
GKN Aerospace is an aerospace mfg. company that develops, builds & supplies an extensive range of advanced aerospace systems.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$2.5MKey Investors
Connecticut Department of Economic and Community Development
2025-09-03Grant· $2.5M
Recent News
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