Aerospace Tool Designer: Moulds & Jigs (Relocation)

GKN Aerospace; East Cowes; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An aerospace innovation leader in East Cowes is seeking a Tool Designer to develop tooling solutions for high-performance aerospace components. You will design tooling for composite moulds and assembly jigs, utilizing CAD software like Catia V5 and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Ideal candidates have an HNC qualification in Engineering and significant experience in tool design. A competitive salary and relocation support to the Isle of Wight are included in the offer.

Benefits

Competitive salary dependent on experience

Industry Leading Pension Scheme

Life Assurance 8 x salary

190 hours holiday + bank holidays

Income protection

Shopping discounts

Cycle To Work Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

UK Relocation support

Qualifications

• HNC qualification in Engineering or equivalent required.
• Significant experience in Tool Design for composites essential.
• Experience with Catia V5 CAD software is a must.
• Familiarity with supply chain issues is important.

Responsibilities

• Develop tooling solutions from concept to production.
• Accountable for tool fabrication quotes and configuration changes.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards.
• Utilize root-cause analysis for non-conformance issues.
• Implement Lean initiatives to improve production processes.

Skills

Tool Design

Experience with Composite Moulds

CAD Software (Catia V5)

Design for Manufacture (DFM)

Supply Chain Issue Resolution

Education

HNC in Engineering or equivalent

Job description

An aerospace innovation leader in East Cowes is seeking a Tool Designer to develop tooling solutions for high-performance aerospace components. You will design tooling for composite moulds and assembly jigs, utilizing CAD software like Catia V5 and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Ideal candidates have an HNC qualification in Engineering and significant experience in tool design. A competitive salary and relocation support to the Isle of Wight are included in the offer.