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 Fokker Landing Gear

Fokker Landing Gear, part of GKN Aerospace, is a global specialist in the design, manufacture, assembly, and maintenance of landing gear systems for civil and military aircraft and helicopters. From our site in Papendrecht, we support major international programs, including advanced fighter aircraft and military rotorcraft platforms.

Our products operate under extreme conditions and must meet the highest standards of safety, precision, and reliability. Working here means contributing to critical aerospace technology within a stable, innovative, and internationally connected organization.

Your role

As a CNC Operator, you will manufacture high-precision aerospace components that are essential to landing gear systems. You will work in a modern production environment where accuracy, process control, and quality assurance are paramount.

You will be part of an experienced team and operate advanced CNC equipment, producing complex parts that must meet strict aerospace specifications.

What will you do?

Your responsibilities include:

Participating in daily team briefings to review planning, progress, and priorities

Inspecting previously machined parts to ensure proper transfer between shifts

Independently setting up and operating CNC machines with Heidenhain controls

Machining high-precision components for advanced aerospace applications

Performing in-process measurements and quality checks using precision instruments

Ensuring all parts comply with technical drawings and aerospace standards

Documenting production and inspection results according to procedures

Maintaining a safe, clean, and organized workplace

Collaborating closely with colleagues, team leaders, and quality personnel

You will work in a two-shift system (early/late) with shift allowance. A transition to a three-shift system is planned for the future.

What do we expect from you?

Demonstrated experience operating CNC machines with Heidenhain controls

Experience with turning operations is strongly preferred

Ability to read technical drawings and work to tight tolerances

Strong focus on precision, quality, and safety

Independent working style combined with a team-oriented mindset

Proactive attitude and willingness to contribute to process improvements

Good command of English (technical documentation is primarily in English)

What do we offer?

Competitive salary based on experience (excluding shift allowance and profit sharing)

Shift allowance for the two-shift system

40 days of annual leave (full-time employment)

One-year contract with the intention of permanent employment

Travel allowance

Solid pension scheme through PME

Discounts on supplementary health insurance

Extensive training and development opportunities

A professional, informal working environment within a stable aerospace organization

Long-term career prospects in a high-tech industry

Ready to take the next step?

Apply via the “Apply Now” button to submit your application.

Please note: We manage the recruitment process for this vacancy directly. We kindly request that recruitment agencies and intermediaries do not contact us regarding this position. Unsolicited profiles or proposals will not be considered.

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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