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.
Job Summary
We are looking for a highly skilled Mechanical Engineer with a passion for the aerospace industry and extensive expertise in ANSYS and Python. You will excel at solving complex structural mechanics challenges and developing custom scripts. In this role, you’ll play a pivotal part in the design of our aerospace components, as well as contribute significantly to the development of innovative methods and tools.
Job Responsibilities
- Perform dimensioning and verification of engine components through finite element (FE) analysis, focusing on strength, fatigue,
fracture mechanics, and dynamic behavior, using both commercial tools like ANSYS and in-house developed software.
- Collaborate in multidisciplinary teams involved in the design and development of jet engine structures,
incorporating new technologies and innovative features.
- Ensure the continuous airworthiness of certified products by analyzing field events and recommending corrective actions.
- Develop and implement custom Python scripts and tools to streamline and enhance engineering processes.
- Drive the development of advanced analysis methods.
- Ensure thorough documentation of technical results and effectively present findings both internally and externally.
- Actively contribute to making GKN a ‘Great Place to Work,’ embracing the core values of safety, innovation, transparency,
care and respect, and ownership.
Candidate profile
You are a mechanical engineer with an in-depth understanding of solid mechanics, including structural analysis, fatigue, fracture mechanics, and dynamic analysis of structures. A natural problem-solver, you thrive when confronted with technical challenges
- Master's Degree in Applied Mechanics: You hold a Master’s degree in Applied Mechanics or a closely related field.
- ANSYS Expertise: You are highly proficient with ANSYS software, leveraging it to solve complex engineering problems.
- Python Programming Skills: You regularly use Python to automate processes, analyze data, and create tailored solutions for engineering challenges.
- Aerospace Enthusiast: Your passion for the aerospace industry drives your pursuit of innovative solutions and cutting-edge technologies.
- Expert in Solid Mechanics and Material Science: Your deep knowledge of solid mechanics and material science equips you to address
issues of structural integrity, material behavior, and component performance with confidence.
The selection process takes place continuosly. The position may therefore be filled before the application deadline. Therefore, do not wait with your application!
For more information, please contact hiring manager: Rikard Nedar
rikard.nedar@gknaerospace.com
Date for employment
To be agreed. Target: January, 2025
The position requires that you undergo and be approved according to the current regulations for security protection. For positions where GKN's customer has requirements for security classification, this may, in some cases, involve specific citizenship requirements.
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’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.
