Graduate - Engineering

About Us

GKN Aerospace is the world's leading multi-technology tier 1 aerospace supplier. With 38 manufacturing locations in 12 countries, we serve over 90% of the world”s aircraft and engine manufacturers. We design and manufacture innovative smart aerospace systems and components. Every time you travel by air almost anywhere in the world, it is likely that GKN is helping you on your way.

We are looking for people who want to make a difference, talented members with the skills and passions to become the best of the future in what they do.

Job Summary

GKN Aerospace India Graduate Programme is a 15 month rotation program targeted on recruiting and developing Engineering graduates through phased learning and helping individuals to set their own goals and explore own interests within our business while being fully supported.

The phase wise learning shall give you an opportunity to understand and develop both your technical and personal Skills. While on this program, you work on real time projects, solving real world problems and delivering a real change. Program provides a development opportunity and mentoring to match your capabilities and aspirations to GKN strategic and operational needs – ensuring a thriving business for GKN and a fulfilling career for you at our offices. On-site rotation shall help you to visit our shop floors, gain an understanding of the products and our process helping to you appreciate the work you do and deliver better products.

Job Responsibilities

• As a young graduate at GKN, we want you to be interested in working with manufacturing engineering, technology and product development, purchasing, logistics and quality functions, and have the goal to take on a leadership role in the future. You are accountable for your own personal and professional growth under the guidance of our senior teams. You will be building relationships within and outside GKN Aerospace and maintaining performance within your team and the wider company. There will also be self-development through trainings and other opportunities and the organisation will support you through mentoring alongside their placements. Specific accountabilities will vary between job families, however you will be responsible for supporting functional and operational teams and their projects, such as implementation of Strategic Initiatives, Industry 4.0 or the Lean Operating Model. As you develop the confidence and competence on the programme you can begin to take ownership for portions of larger projects under supervision from their line manager and/or placement manager. The precise nature of each your role will be defined by the skills and competencies developed, interests and the needs of the business.
  
  

Essential

Job Qualifications

Post-graduation degree from reputed university preferably from Mechanical and Aerospace background

Excellent engineering fundamentals

Passion to drive their own career

Keen interest in the Aerospace industry

Enthusiasm for continuous personal development

Exhibits leadership potential

Good communication skills in English both oral and written

Right to work in country that you have applied for

Desirable

Previous experience in aerospace and/or manufacturing sector (e.g. through internships, placements, Experience before joining Masters if any)

Knowledge of FEA tools

Knowledge of scripting languages (MATLAB/Python/Shell/awk, etc.)

Knowledge in the area of data science & industrial automations

Knowledge in the areas of numerical methods, design simulation, additive manufacturing, design thinking etc.

ITAR/SSA clearance (where relevant)

Previous involvement with STEM, early careers events

Self-driven individual who can expand his/her skills with on-job training

Diversity Inclusion and Belonging (DIB)

As a global engineering company, innovation is what differentiates us from our competitors and is central to our success.

A balance of cultures, ethnicities and genders help bring new ideas and creativity to GKN. We need people of different backgrounds, with different skills and perspectives to spark originality, imagination and creativeness in our teams around the world.

GKN is an equal opportunity employer.

We treat all our employees and applicants fairly and are committed to ensuring that there is no discrimination or harassment against any employee or qualified applicant on the grounds of age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.