Introductie
Design the innovations that protect those who protect us.
GKN Fokker Aerospace is seeking a Survivability Analysis Engineer for the Defense Engineering & Technology organization in the Netherlands. A role dedicated to developing and testing cutting-edge structural and ballistic protection solutions for critical defense platforms.
Functie
- Develop, implement, and verify technical solutions and compliance documentation aligned with customer, regulatory, and airworthiness requirements.
- Identify technical problems and apply or integrate effective solutions.
- Execute method plans, toolsets, and approaches to meet design and program goals.
- Support bids and proposals by developing technical solutions based on customer requirements.
- Identify and assess technical risks, proposing mitigations when necessary.
- Develop and maintain simulation tools for the engineering of ballistic protection solutions.
- Support or create test specifications, compliance documents, and validation strategies.
- Design cost-effective, manufacturable solutions following DFMA (Design for Manufacture and Assembly) principles.
- Generate project deliverables, technical documents, and reports.
- Contribute to technical reviews and customer meetings by preparing and presenting technical data.
- Handle non-conformance processes, concessions, and corrective solutions.
- Operate with minimal supervision and perform peer reviews to support fellow engineers.
- Contribute to the improvement of work instructions, procedures, manuals, and technical guidelines.
- Support manufacturing teams during prototype development and serial production.
- Understand and participate in product qualification and compliance documentation processes.
What’s in it for you
An opportunity to work in an innovative aerospace engineering environment focused on defense solutions, where cutting-edge technologies meet practical application.
- Salary between €3700 and €6400.
- Pension scheme.
- Holiday allowance.
- Strengthen the defense industry and protect those who serve.
- Access to ongoing professional development and technology innovation initiatives..
- A collaborative setting focused on excellence, engineering passion, and continuous improvement.
Wie ben jij
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a technical discipline, or equivalent experience.
- Relevant experience in Analysis Engineering, preferably within the aerospace sector.
- Ability to obtain check/approval status where required.
- Self-motivated, capable of taking initiative within defined procedures and governance.
- Skilled in conveying technical information clearly to diverse audiences.
- Ability to engage in technical discussions with customers and suppliers.
- Strong skills in analyzing and interpreting customer requirements.
Over de organisatie
GKN Fokker Aerospace stands at the forefront of aerospace and defense innovation. With a focus on lightweight composite materials, structural protection solutions, and integrated product development, the company supports major defense programs worldwide.
