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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. Job Summary It’s great to know you’re making a difference to the future of aviation! Whatever part you play you’ll be helping us deliver operational excellence to our customers. Based at our Luton manufacturing plant you’ll do just that. Established in 1993, GKN Aerospace in Luton is a world leader in commercial and military ice protection systems and transparencies. Offering a full range of capabilities; design, analysis, testing, certification and manufacture of electro-thermal ice protection, military fast jet canopies and flight deck windows to over 20 programmes including: Boeing 787, Dreamliner, Airbus A320, AgustaWestland, AW101, Eurofighter Typhoon and Lockheed, Martin F-22 Raptor. Our customers include Boeing, Airbus, Lockheed Martin, Bell Helicopters, Textron, BAE Systems, Pratt & Whitney, Leonardo. Our Luton site is home to 370+ employees and onsite facilities including onsite parking, food hub and vending machines. The Luton Engineering & Technology team is focused on developing product and manufacturing process technology related to aircraft ice protection systems, transparencies and coatings, and specialist structures for both civil and defence applications. We are looking for a Design Engineer to join our Ice protection systems team to support site sustainment design engineering enquiries and provide general department support as needed. Requirements As a Design Engineer you will be responsible for creating and maintaining product definition and ensuring ongoing product performance against requirements. Working across the product lifecycle you will be involved in: • Product sustaining activities including Material Review Board (MRB), Customer concession management, manufacturing problem solving, Engineering change management and in service technical support to our customers as a part of an Integrated Programme Team., • Continuous improvement of products, processes, tools and design handbooks to ensure the highest standards of quality and compliance to evolving customer, regulatory, and airworthiness requirements., • New product development activities including requirements management, geometric design, materials selection, tooling, manufacturing process development and assembly methods, specifications, product verification, qualification and certification testing. As a Design Engineer within the Engineering and Technology Department you will also have the opportunity to contribute to high-impact research and development projects within your field of expertise. You will have a track record of delivering high quality technical work, and be comfortable within a project environment. You will have good written and oral communication skills, and be confident working with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders, including non-technical colleagues. Core operational hours at our Luton site are 07:30–16:30, Monday to Thursday, and 07:30–12:30 on Friday. The role also requires flexibility to undertake occasional travel to meet business needs; however, such travel will be infrequent. Job Responsibilities • Develop design solutions compliant to cost and manufacturing requirements using appropriate techniques for design such as Design for Manufacture and Assembly (DFMA) and design to cost., • Create and maintain detailed design definition (drawings / specifications) including interfaces, dimensions, materials, parts, manufacturing process requirements, assemblies, and tolerances needed to ensure product functional design requirements are met, knowledge of tolerance analysis would be advantageous., • Deliver assigned project deliverables including drawings, documents, reports and specifications according to the relevant procedures., • Identify test methods and/or alternate means of compliance (analysis/similarity) as required to demonstrate design solution complies with requirements., • Understand the qualification process of products and prepare compliance documentation to internal, customer, and regulatory requirements where applicable., • Represent Design Engineering function in Material Review Board (MRB) and Integrated Program Teams (IPT), • Identify and work to resolve product non-compliances with requirements and/or technical drawing, specifications, or standards., • You will seek to understand the strategic direction of the product group., • You will ensure EHS policy and process adherence for your activities, and you will contribute to a proactive EHS culture in the wider team., • You will contribute to the development of GKN as a 'Great Place to Work', aligned with the core principles - safe, innovative, open & honest, care & respect, and ownership. What You'll Bring Essential To help us make a difference, you’ll bring your passion and talent for what you do along with the following skills, experience, qualifications and attributes: • Hold an accredited relevant Engineering qualification at Bachelor level or equivalent experience, • Experience of creating models and drawings using CAD software, • Experience of Configuration Control & Change Management and use of PLM systems, • Logical and methodical approach to task planning and be able to demonstrate an evidence-based approach to decision making and problem solving., • Good interpersonal and communication skills, able to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team to meet objectives., • Good oral and written communication skills, being able to create clear, concise and accurate technical content., • Working knowledge of MS Office suite. Desirable • Experience of using CATIA V5 software, • An awareness of Aerospace certification requirements., • Previous experience in Aerospace sector, • Experience of using SAP, • Experience of using Windchill PLM, • Awareness of other functions such as Operations, Production, and Supplier Management 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. As Design Engineer you will be naturally curious, and show a strong interest in aviation and aerospace engineering technology. You will be a strong self-starter, able to execute tasks according to plan. Note: Some GKN programmes are subject to regulatory restrictions which may impact certain nationalities. As part of the application process you will be asked to declare when applying for this role. What We'll Offer Once you’re on board you’ll get the following perks and benefits: • Competitive salary dependent on experience, • Industry Leading Pension Scheme = we’ll match your contributions up to 8% on a 1 : 1.5 basis, • Life Assurance 8 x salary, • 185 hours holiday + bank holidays, • Income protection, • Shopping discounts, • Cycle To Work Scheme, • Employee Assistance Programme, • Virtual GP Clinic for you and immediate family, • Free onsite parking, • Local gym discount, • 50% off local travel card, • Free airport Dart, • Free airport parking, • Discount with local nursery and preschool childcare setting, • Enhanced family friendly leave, • A collaborative, dynamic working environment As well as a competitive package we’ll offer you a world of opportunity. We want to see your career fly! We’ll support your career progression by providing you with learning and development opportunities. That’s the beauty of being part of a global business, once you’re on board you never know where you career journey may take you! Join us and keep the world moving … click on the link below to apply 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.

Job Description The opportunity We’re seeking a practical, hands-on engineer with expertise in refrigeration and cooling systems to join our team at Leonardo Luton. You’ll play a key role in delivering high-performance cooling solutions and test equipment for advanced aerospace platforms. Working within a multi-disciplinary environment, you’ll collaborate across teams in the Electronic Warfare Business and support both UK-based and European operations. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow into a subject matter expert in a specialised and high-impact field, with strong support for career development and hybrid working. What You’ll Do As a Lead Engineer In this role, your responsibilities will include • Designing, building, documenting, testing, qualifying, installing, and maintaining refrigeration and other thermal management systems for military aviation platforms., • Supporting system integration and testing at Leonardo facilities, customer sites, and occasionally on operational bases., • Presenting engineering solutions and investigation findings to both internal teams and external partners., • Collaborating with European and international partners on joint development or support projects., • Progressing toward recognised status as a Competent Person and subject matter expert in cooling and pressure systems. What We Need From You We’re looking for someone with a combination of technical skill, hands-on ability, and practical engineering judgement. The ideal candidate will have Qualifications & Background • Ideally a Degree qualification, but an HND/HNC with sufficient practical experience will also be considered., • Background in one or more of the following areas Refrigeration, Air Conditioning, Heat Pumps, Thermal Management, or Pressure Systems., • Experience in Automotive, Aerospace, Marine, Electronics/Data Centre and or Process cooling systems would be an advantage. Technical Skills & Experience • Experience with cooling technologies such as refrigeration systems, chilled water/glycol loops, oil cooling, and potentially cascade systems., • Understanding of high- and low-pressure systems, pressure-enthalpy diagrams, and fluid properties., • Skilled in assembling and testing systems, including pressure and leak testing., • Familiarity with engineering documentation (e.g. circuit diagrams, safety/risk assessments, user manuals, defect reports)., • Knowledge of relevant UK, European, and international standards related to environmental controls, pressure systems, and REACH compliance. Soft Skills & Tools • Team working approach with a high degree of personal integrity., • Demonstrate a high level of practical workmanship skills in the assembly, test and repair of small mechanical and fluid devices (including the practice of tool control and recording of such work)., • Well experienced in Microsoft software packages- particularly Excel and PowerPoint., • Knowledge of engineering document management and project management fundamentals., • A full UK driving licence is required. Security Clearance You must be eligible for full security clearance. For more information and guidance please visit https // Life at Leonardo With a company funded benefits package, a commitment to learning and development, and a flexible approach to working hours focused on the needs of both our employees and customers, a career with Leonardo has never offered as many opportunities or been more accessible to as many people. • Flexible Working Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us, • Company funded flexible benefits Access to private healthcare, dental schemes, Workplace ISA, Go Green Car Scheme, technology and lifestyle options (£500 annual allowance), • Holidays 25 days plus bank holidays, option to buy/sell leave and to accrue up to 12 additional flexi leave days per year, • Pension Award winning pension scheme (up to 15% employer contribution), • Wellbeing Employee Assistance Programme with access to free mental health support, financial wellbeing support and network groups to demonstrate our ongoing commitment to diversity & inclusion (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Reservists, Carers), • Lifestyle Discounted Gym membership, Cycle to work scheme, • Training Free access to more than 4000 online courses via Coursera, • Referral Incentive You can earn a reward for successfully referring a friend or family member, • Bonus Scheme in place for all employees at management level and below For a full list of our Company benefits please visit our website. Leonardo is a global high-tech company and one of the key players in Aerospace, Defence and Security. Headquartered in Italy, Leonardo has over 45,000 employees, of which 8,000 are based at 8 sites throughout the UK. At Leonardo UK, we believe that a diverse and inclusive work environment unlocks our people’s full potential and drives innovation and creativity. We work hard to offer a welcoming, accessible and inclusive place to work for all of our people, creating a culture where everyone can thrive, feel safe and have a sense of belonging and connection. This is a great opportunity to bring your talents and form an integral part of Leonardo’s future. We can help you develop your skills and offer great opportunities to develop and grow, so why not join us. Primary Location GB - Luton - Cap. Green 300 Contract Type Hybrid Working Hybrid

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We are delighted to partner with a blue-chip FMCG manufacturing business in the Southwest, currently seeking an experienced Facilities Maintenance Engineer to join their team. Our client is looking for someone with a solid background in FMCG, food, or drink manufacturing, who has an Electrical engin

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Facilities Engineer – Facilities Management. Join an outstanding Facilities Management provider delivering hard services to educational sites. We pride ourselves on providing first-class customer service and a supportive team culture, offering engineers the tools, training, and autonomy to thrive

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