Fantastic challenges. Amazing opportunities.

GKN Aerospace is reimagining air travel: going further, faster and greener! Fuelled by great people whose expertise and creativity sets the standards in our industry, we’re inspired by the opportunities to innovate and break boundaries. We’re proud to play a part in protecting the world’s democracies. And we’re committed to putting sustainability at the centre of everything we do, opening up and protecting our planet. With over 16,000 employees across 33 manufacturing sites in 12 countries we serve over 90% of the world’s aircraft and engine manufacturers and achieved sales of £3.35 bn.in 2023. There are no limits to where you can take your career.

About us

The Global Technology Center (GTC) is where we at GKN Aerospace work together to develop the technologies for the future. We make it possible for the company to meet the current and future challenges of the industry and especially, we work to deliver a sustainable aviation.

To fulfill our mission, we establish and maintain strategic technology relationships/partnerships with key customers, companies and academia, we find new R&D opportunities that help us to mature technologies, we invest in infrastructure, and we invest in our people. Would you like the opportunity to work at the GTC?

About the role

We are seeking a passionate manager to lead and strengthen our Design Verification and Analysis Department based in Trollhättan. The primary responsibilities of the Department of Design Verification at GTC include to support technology development at GTC with expertise in solid mechanics and thermal analysis, as well as advancing these areas within GKN Aerospace.

The team consists of engineers who specialize in concept generation, dimensioning and verification of engine/demonstrator/test rig components utilizing their expertise in FE, strength, fatigue, fracture mechanics and heat transfer.

As a manager, you will be responsible for the functional management of the department overseeing approximately 15 direct reports. Your role will include ensuring the growth and development of the team in alignment with the Technology Strategy and the company’s needs. As part of the GTC Management Team, you will manage relationships with stakeholders and the research ecosystem, contribute to improvements of our ways of working, and participate in the planning and strategy development for the GTC.

Type of employment Permanent contract

Place of employment and travel requirements This position is based in Trollhättan, Sweden, as such, the applicant should be able to gain the right to live and work in Sweden. Travel to other locations within Sweden as well as EU is expected.

Job Responsibilities

• Management of the department employees. • Maintain the quality of the teams’ work and continuously seek and implement improvements in the way-of-working. • Responsible for the health and safety of the team members at work. • Contribute to the development of GKN as a 'Great Place to Work' • Develop growth and development plans for the department and its technical fields. • Recruit and train staff to ensure that the department and the technology programs have the required skillset • Coach team members to promote development and enhance team performance • Stay updated about the state-of-the-art and technical capabilities in the technical field of the department. • Establish and develop technology relationships and partnerships with key national and international customers, companies,

and academic bodies within department’s technical fields. • Contribute to defining the detailed content of new R&T programs

Person Specification

You have a background as an engineer with proven leadership and communication skills. You are passionate about solving engineering problems and managing and developing people. You also have a strong interest in aerospace and thrive when facing technical challenges.

Job Qualifications

• MSc. Degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering or other relevant engineering field. • Proven experience managing people. • Excellent communication skills with the ability to build strong relationships • Ability to clearly present data, reports and presentations to facilitate decision-making at all levels of the business. • Passion and energy for continuous improvement, results-driven and resilient. • Team player. Ability to empower others, acting as a coach/mentor and supporting the growth of team members. • Proficiency both in Swedish and English

Recruitment Process

The selection is reviewed continuously, so don't wait with your application!

Last day of application: 2024-09-29

The position requires that you undergo and be approved according to the current regulations for security protection. For positions where GKN's customer has requirements for security classification, this may, in some cases, involve specific citizenship requirements.

To ensure a structured and high-quality recruitment process, we only accept applications through our recruitment tool, Careers.

In preparation for our recruitment process at GKN, we have made decisions regarding recruitment and marketing channels. We, therefore, decline any contact from recruitment agencies, media sales, or similar companies.

For more information please contact Henrik Runnemalm | VP Global Technology Centre | GKN Aerospace Engine Systems Sweden. +46 700872352

We’ll offer you fantastic challenges and amazing opportunities. This is your chance to be part of an organisation that has proven itself to be at the cutting edge of our industry; and is committed to pushing the boundaries even further. And with some of the best training on offer in the industry, who knows how far you can go?

A Great Place to work needs a Great Way of Working

Everyone is welcome to apply to GKN. We believe that we can only achieve our ambitions through a coming together of diverse minds who enjoy collaborating in an inspirational environment. Through our commitment to diversity, inclusion and belonging and by living our five powerful principles we’ve created a culture where everyone feels welcome to contribute. It’s a culture that won us ‘The Best Workplace Culture Award’. By embracing and celebrating what makes us unique we encourage everyone to bring their full self to work.

We’re 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.

We are the place where human dreams, plus human endeavour, shape the future of aerospace innovation and technology. ​

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