Introduction
Flying is the second greatest thrill known to people, landing is the first.
Are you a Manufacturing Engineer with experience in Root Cause Analysis and process improvements in aerospace? Stop searching for your next challenge and apply for this exciting role now!
Function
At Fokker Landing Gear in Papendrecht, they are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Root Cause and Improvement Mechanical Engineer to join our Manufacturing Engineering team. As a member of the CAB (Corrective Action Boards) team, the successful candidate will be responsible for identifying and addressing the underlying causes of mechanical failures and implementing effective solutions to enhance system performance.
What you’ll do
- Develop and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence of identified issues.
- Optimize existing systems to improve performance and reliability.
- Ensure high standards of operation through regular monitoring and quality control.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement initiatives.
- Develop and review mechanical specifications to ensure compliance with industry standards.
- Apply Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) principles to ensure precise and accurate mechanical designs
What’s in it for you
A challenging position in an innovative and international environment with a rich history in aircraft manufacturing. This organization breathes passion for engineering and the our teams are justifiably proud of what they develop and build. As a Manufacturing Engineer, you will receive a fantastic range of benefits, including:
- A gross salary between € 3.384 and € 5.399,- per month, based on the CAO Metalektro (depending on your experience and qualifications).
- 25 paid holidays for full-time employment.
- Working conditions according to the CAO Metalektro, including an excellent pension scheme.
- Travel allowance.
- A working environment, in which they work together to achieve the best result for their customers.
- Every opportunity to build on your career and personal development
Who are you?
- Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing or Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
- Proven experience in conducting RCA and implementing improvement strategies.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
- Knowledge of quality control and performance optimization techniques.
- Proficiency in developing and interpreting mechanical specifications.
- Expertise in Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
- Experience with advanced RCA tools and methodologies is an advantage.
- Familiarity with industry standards and best practices in aerospace manufacturing engineering will be appreciated.
About the organization
Fokker Landing Gear, part of GKN Fokker, is a recognized specialist in landing gear and related systems. They focus on the design and development, production and assembly of complete landing gears, as well as the repair and reassembly of systems already in use. In doing so, they work on the most famous aircraft and helicopters; think of the Apache combat helicopter, the F-35 Lightning II (JSF), the Bombardier Dash 8 Q400 and the multipurpose NH90 maritime combat helicopter.
Interested?
Ready to take off with us? WFS PRO is managing the recruitment process for this role. Apply now and become part of an engineering team that shapes the future of aerospace manufacturing! If you have additional questions please reach out to Niels Kloostra, he’s available via [email protected] and on his mobile +31 (0)6 30 68 13 49
