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GKN Aerospace is recruiting for its new composite manufacturing and assembly facility at Western Approach. The facility will manufacture, test and assemble primary aircraft structure components, including A350 and A400M carbon wing spars. We are seeking people with composite material and aerostructures assembly experience to lead, develop and establish the latest technologies in this state of the art manufacturing facility.
Job Responsibility
To measure aircraft components throughout the build process, to ensure parts are conforming to drawing tolerances
Carry out subsequent sub assembly and CNC automated activities, which meet design and engineering requirements
Requirements
A good engineering problem solver
Proficient in the use of CAD software and Metrology software - Ability to use Co-ordinate measuring Machines - Laser trackers - Ability to use Microsoft Window packages - Word, Excel, and PowerPoint etc. - Ability to read, understand and interpret engineering drawings and CAD, Experience in Geometric dimensioning & tolerancing (G,D&T) - Assembly and trimming of components using conventional and advanced methods
Use of laser projector equipment, non destructive test (NDT) machines and jigged assembly techniques
Knowledge of aircraft bonded assemblies
Understanding of aircraft drawings, limits and quality systems
Self motivated and with good communication skills
Able to work in small teams led by Process Team Leaders
Served a recognised apprenticeship or relevant experience in composite or aircraft environment
Embrace lean manufacture, waste reduction and improvement initiatives
Work in accordance with Health & Safety requirements, including relevant risk, COSHH and safe systems of work
Undertake training in advanced composite assembly techniques & processes
First party certification to be allocated following successful completion of relevant training
Able to work shift patterns in line with operational requirements
Apprenticeship or level 3 qualification in a related discipline