Global Graduate Program (Manufacturing Engineer)

About This Role

GKN Aerospace offers a 24-month Global Graduate Program for Manufacturing Engineers, providing hands-on experience and career growth in aerospace technology. Participants will rotate across different business areas, lead strategic projects, and contribute to innovative aerospace solutions.

Responsibilities

• Participate as a member of an established global team of graduates supporting GKN Aerospace's three business lines (Defense, Civil, & Engines) and global functions team.
• Rotate across different areas including manufacturing, engineering, programs, operations, supply chain, procurement, and/or finance over 24 months.
• Lead and contribute to real-life operations and strategic projects.
• Test and grow leadership skills through real projects, mentoring, and structured development.
• Drive projects and support a team to find the best solutions.
• Help to maintain performance within your team and for GKN Aerospace as a company.
• Build relationships both with internal teams and external partners/customers.
• Collaborate across functions, segments and teams to deliver excellence.
• Develop technical solutions to complex problems.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree or higher in Manufacturing, Mechanical, Aerospace, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field of study
• Ability to adhere to all global travel requirements, including country-specific vaccination requirements, in order to travel internationally for participation in global development weeks.
• A current passport or the ability to obtain a US issued Passport.
• Strong work ethic and desire to learn & grow.
• Keen interest in the Aerospace Manufacturing industry.
• Willingness & flexibility to relocate to any of our participating sites over the 24 month program.
• Team player with excellent planning and organization skills.
• Effective communication and writing skills.
• U.S. Person per ITAR regulations to comply with export compliance requirements.

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree or higher in Manufacturing, Mechanical, Aerospace, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field of study
• Previous experience in aerospace and/or manufacturing sector (e.g. through internships) is preferred. Previous involvement with STEM, early careers events is strongly preferred.

Nice to Have

• Previous experience in aerospace and/or manufacturing sector (e.g. through internships)
• Previous involvement with STEM, early careers events

Skills

* Required skills

Benefits