Manufacturing Engineer - Measurement & Inspection (CMM Programming)

GKN Aerospace; Papendrecht; On-site; EUR 58,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Gross salary up to €5,715 per month

40 paid holidays

Pension scheme and travel allowance

Job summary

GKN Aerospace is expanding its Manufacturing Engineering team in Papendrecht to strengthen measurement and inspection capabilities. You will lead CMM programming and inspection strategy development for high-precision landing gear components, interfacing with manufacturing, quality and engineering to ensure first-pass yield and compliance with aerospace standards.

As a Manufacturing Engineer, you will implement robust measurement solutions, document products, and drive continuous improvement

Qualifications

• 3+ years of CMM programming experience in aerospace or high-precision manufacturing.
• ZEISS Calypso certification is a plus.
• Solid GD&T knowledge per ISO & ASME standards.
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing or related engineering.
• Experience with measurement systems and production inspection processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain CMM programs (ZEISS Calypso) per ISO/ASME standards.
• Define and implement measurement/inspection strategies for complex components.
• Prepare and manage inspection/product documentation for manufacturing.
• Analyze measurement data to improve process capability and product quality.
• Support resolution of non-conformances and apply RCA/ corrective actions.
• Contribute to Lean and Zero Defect Manufacturing initiatives.
• Support FAI, industrialization and process validation activities.
• Collaborate with production, quality and external suppliers.

Skills

CMM programming

ZEISS Calypso

GD&T ISO/ASME

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Measurement systems

APQP/MSA/SPC/PFMEA/RCA

ZEISS PiWeb

AUKOM

English fluency

Analytical mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing engineering

Tools

ZEISS Calypso

ZEISS PiWeb

AUKOM certification

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Manufacturing Engineer - Measurement & Inspection (CMM Programming)

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 32 manufacturing sites in 12 countries we serve over 90% of the world’s aircraft and engine manufacturers and achieved sales of £3.6bn in 2025. There are no limits to where you can take your career.

Job Summary

We are looking to expand the Manufacturing Engineering team at Fokker Landing Gear in Papendrecht. For this reason, we are seeking a Manufacturing Engineer – Measurement & Inspection (CMM Programmer) to strengthen our Industrialization & Systems team.

As a Manufacturing Engineer at our multi-technology manufacturing campus, you will play a critical role in ensuring the efficient and seamless production of landing gear components. In this specialized role, you will lead measurement and inspection engineering activities, including CMM programming and inspection strategy development. Your work will directly support the delivery of high-precision aerospace components, contributing to the safety and reliability of aircraft worldwide.

You will act as a key interface between manufacturing, quality, and engineering, supporting operational deliveries through robust measurement solutions, product documentation, and continuous improvement initiatives.

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 use. We contribute to leading aerospace programs such as the Apache combat helicopter, F-35 Lightning II (JSF), Bombardier Dash 8 Q400, and the NH90 maritime combat helicopter.

What you'll do

• Develop and maintain CMM programs (ZEISS Calypso) in accordance with ISO and ASME standards.
• Define and implement measurement and inspection strategies for complex aerospace components.
• Support manufacturing by preparing and managing inspection and product-related documentation.
• Analyze measurement and production data to improve process capability and product quality.
• Manage and support resolution of non-conformances.
• Apply root cause analysis (RCA) and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives using Lean and Zero Defect Manufacturing (ZDM) principles.
• Support first article inspections (FAI), industrialization, and process validation activities.
• Collaborate closely with production, quality, and external suppliers to resolve technical challenges.
• Ensure compliance with GKN Aerospace Health, Safety and Environmental policies.

What you'll bring

• Minimum 3+ years of CMM programming experience, preferably in aerospace or high-precision manufacturing.
• Strong expertise in ZEISS Calypso (certification is a plus).
• Solid understanding and application of GD&T (ISO & ASME standards).
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or related Engineering discipline.
• Experience with measurement systems and inspection processes in a production environment.
• Familiarity with methodologies and tools such as APQP, MSA, SPC, QCP, PFMEA, and RCA.
• Knowledge of ZEISS PiWeb and holding AUKOM certification is advantageous.
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and problem-solving mindset.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to work in a multidisciplinary environment.
• Experience in aerospace manufacturing and precision machining processes is a plus.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.

What we’ll 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 Manufacturing Engineer, you will receive a fantastic range of benefits, including:

• A gross salary up to € 5.715 per month, based on the CAO Metalektro (salary scale K ) and depending on your experience and qualifications.
• 40 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.

Part of the selection procedure is carrying out the necessary checks and screenings in order to meet the requirements set by GKN Fokker's 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 takes approximately 4 weeks.

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.

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