{"id":2983274,"url":"https://alion.io/job/gkn-aerospace-manufacturing-engineer-cam","title":"Manufacturing Engineer - CAM","company":{"id":1833182,"name":"GKN Aerospace","domain":"gknaerospace.com","url":"https://alion.io/company/gknaerospace-com","size_band":"5000+","is_staffing_agency":false,"employer_type":"direct","is_intermediary":false,"listed_via":null,"ats_vendor":"SuccessFactors","truth_index":null},"role":"Industrial Engineering","role_family":"Industrial Engineering","seniority":"senior","employment_type":null,"work_mode":"on_site","remote_scope":null,"remote_scope_basis":null,"remote_working_hours":null,"hiring_geo_confidence":"structured","locations":["Papendrecht, Netherlands"],"countries":["NL"],"hiring_countries":[],"hiring_countries_total":0,"salary":null,"salary_estimate":{"min_usd":61000,"max_usd":102000,"period":"year","method":"role_seniority_country_remote_cell","sample_n":79},"experience_years_min":5,"visa_sponsorship":false,"relocation_package":false,"has_equity":false,"technologies":[{"name":"CATIA","optional":false},{"name":"GD&T","optional":false},{"name":"Siemens NX","optional":false}],"status":"live","first_seen_at":"2026-10-09T02:00:00Z","employer_posted_date":"2026-10-09","last_verified_at":"2026-10-27T00:31:04Z","board_verified":true,"closed_at":null,"days_open":18,"trust":{"level":"ok","repost_count":null,"flags":[],"days_open":18},"description":"The vacancy: Manufacturing Engineer - CAM\nGKN Aerospace is seeking a skilled and experienced Manufacturing Engineer - CAM to join the CAM and Shop Floor Support team of Fokker Landing Gear in Papendrecht, Netherlands. In this role, you will be responsible for the development of NC Programming solutions to complex problems through the implementation of NC Programs, from original concept through to production.\nAt Fokker Landing Gear, the Manufacturing Engineer - CAM will develop solutions for multi-axis milling and mill-turn machines, as well as provide essential shop floor support to CNC machine operators. This role is critical in ensuring the efficient and precise manufacturing of landing gear parts, and you will play a key role in solving machining problems as they arise.\nFokker Landing Gear\nFokker Landing Gear, part of GKN Aerospace in Papendrecht, is a recognized specialist in landing gear and related systems. We focus on the design and development, production and assembly of complete landing gear systems, as well as the repair and reassembly (MRO) of systems already in use. In doing so, we 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.\nWhat You'll Bring\nThe ideal incumbent possesses a Bachelor’s in engineering relevant field (e.g., Engineering, Manufacturing Technology). 5 Years’ experience in a hard metal manufacturing and a passion for precision, multi-axis machining. \nFamiliarity with CATIA V5. Experience with TopSolid, Siemens NX CAM,Vericut, CrashGuard, Tooltech and TDM is an advantage.\nStrong ability to read and interpret Siemens NC code and Heidenhain.\nExtensive experience with on-machine probing.\nProven experience withdeep-hole drilling, mill-turning and turning techniques.\nSolid background in operating and programmingCNC machines, with a deep understanding of multi-axis milling and mill-turn operations. Problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.\nGood understanding of GD&T.\nWillingness to work flexible hours to support production activities.\nExcellent communication and teamwork skills to collaborate effectively with CNC operators and other team members.\nWhat You'll Do\nDevelop / optimize NC programs for multi-axis milling and mill-turn machines using advanced CAM software.\nProvide hands-on shop floor support to CNC operators, ensuring smooth and efficient operations.\nTroubleshoot and resolve machining issues on the shop floor to maintain production quality and efficiency.\nWork closely with other departments to ensure that machining processes meet the required specifications and standards.\nContinuously improve machining processes and contribute to the development of best practices within the department.\nUtilize root cause analysis, preventative and corrective action to reduce / eliminate non-conformances.\nDevelop / improve standard operation procedures (SOP).\nWhat We'll Offer\nOur organization demonstrates passion for innovation and our employees are rightly proud for what we engineer and build. This is a truly challenging work environment: a role where you contribute as an individual but also as a member of a diverse and international team of experts. At GKN Aerospace, we not only provide you with the tools to perform at the best of your capabilities, but we also support and promote your technical and personal development.\nFurthermore, we offer to you:\nA gross monthly salary based on the CLA Metalektro (max. salary scale K) and in line with your experience and qualifications,\n8% holiday allowance,\n40 paid holidays for full-time employment,\nWorking conditions according to the CAO Metalektro, including an excellent pension scheme (PME) and travel allowance,\nA pleasant and informal working environment, in which we work together to achieve the best result for our customers in a pleasant atmosphere.\nNext to a competitive package, we will offer you a world of opportunities: we want to see your career fly! We will support your career progression by providing you with learning and development opportunities. That’s the beauty of being part of a global business, once you’re on board you never know where you career journey may take you!\nExtra info\nYou can apply by clicking on the 'apply' button and attaching your CV.\nPart of the selection procedure is carrying out the necessary checks and screenings in order to meet the requirements set by GKN Fokker's customers, partners and suppliers within the program. The checks and screenings will be assessed on the basis of frameworks set by our Export Compliance & Security department. Every employee within GKN Fokker must ultimately be authorized to give substance to his or her position. Assessment of checks and screenings can lead to the fact that no content can be given to the position and therefore no employment or deployment can follow. The onboarding at Fokker usually takes 3 weeks.\nEveryone is welcome to apply to GKN Fokker Aerospace. Through our commitment to diversity, inclusion and belonging and by living our five powerful principles we’ve created an environment where everyone can be at their best.\nWe are 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.\nDue to privacy regulations we only accept applications via the website. 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