Configuration Management Engineer
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Job Location:
Papendrecht - Netherlands
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
22 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
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 were inspired by the opportunities to innovate and break boundaries. Were proud to play a part in protecting the worlds democracies. And were committed to putting sustainability at the centre of everything we do opening up and protecting our planet. With over 16000 employees across 33 manufacturing sites in 12 countries we serve over 90% of the worlds aircraft and engine manufacturers and achieved sales of 3.35 2023. There are no limits to where you can take your career.
The Vacancy: Configuration Management Engineer
We are looking for a Configuration Management Enginer to join the Industrialization team of Fokker Landing Gear in Papendrecht.
In this role you will manage manufacturing data and documentation ensure strong configuration control and support the integration of key systemsERP (Infor LN) MES (Opcenter) and especially the implementation of PLM (Windchill)to maintain data integrity and align processes between engineering and manufacturing. You will also contribute to the Quality Management System (QMS) by developing and maintaining procedures instructions and templates related to configuration and change management.
Fokker Landing Gear
Fokker Landing Gear part of GKN Fokker is a recognized specialist in landing gear and related systems. We focus on the design and development production and assembly of complete landing gears as well as the repair and reassembly of systems already 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.
What Youll Do
- Support the implementation and deployment of Windchill PLM ensuring alignment with organizational processes in engineering and manufacturing.
- Drive and support systems integration between PLM ERP and MES platforms.
- Ensure effective configuration and change management maintaining data integrity and process compliance. Manage product data within the PLM environment.
- Contribute to QMS development related to configuration and change management by preparing and updating standard procedures work instructions and templates.
- Act as a key stakeholder in continuous improvement projects ensuring process efficiency and data consistency across departments.
What Youll Bring
- Bachelors degree or higher in Engineering or a related field
- Proven experience (mid-senior level) in aerospace or a comparable highly regulated industry
- Hands-on experience with Windchill PLM or equivalent PLM systems
- Familiarity with configuration management and change management processes
- Familiarity with Manufacturing engineering systems and Exposure to systems integration (PLM ERP MES)
- Familiarity with QMS frameworks including documentation and procedure development
- Fluency in English
- Analytical and detail-oriented with strong problem solving skills
- Collaborative mindset capable of working crossfunctionallly with engineering manufacturing and quality teams
- Clear communicator with the ability to lead meetings and reviews
- Proactive structure and committed to driving process improvements.
What Well Offer
A challenging position in an innovative and international environment with a rich history in aircraft manufacturing. Our organization breathes passion for engineering and all our teams are justifiably proud of what they develop and build. As a Configuration Management Engineer you will receive a fantastic range of benefits including:
- A gross salary based on the CAO Metalektro and depending on your experience and qualifications.
- 40-42 paid holidays for full-time employment.
- Working conditions according to the CAO Metalektro including an excellent pension scheme and travel allowance.
- A working environment in which we work together to achieve the best result for our customers.
- Every opportunity to build on your career and personal development.
Extra info
You can apply by clicking on the apply button and attaching your CV. For questions you can contact our Talent Acquisition Specialist Edgar Dekker at
Part of the selection procedure is carrying out the necessary checks and screenings in order to meet the requirements set by GKN Fokkers 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 4 weeks.
Everyone is welcome to apply to GKN Fokker Aerospace. Through our commitment to diversity inclusion and belonging and by living our five powerful principles weve created an environment where everyone can be at their best.
We 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.
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Well 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 weve created a culture where everyone feels welcome to contribute. Its 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.
Were 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.
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About Company
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