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GKN Aerospace

Inspector

Wellington, KS · On-site

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 ...

GKN Automotive

1st Shift Assembly Operators

Bowling Green, OH · On-site

$15.25 - $18.50/hr

Formed through the acquisition of Dowlais Group plc and its subsidiaries - GKN Automotive and GKN Powder Metallurgy, Dauch unites deep engineering roots with global manufacturing capabilities and an ...

GKN Aerospace

Master Scheduler

Wellington, KS · On-site

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 ...

GKN AEROSPACE

Machinist - Non-Certified

Wellington, KS · On-site

$18 - $24.50/hr

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 ...

GKN Aerospace

ME Intern

El Cajon, CA · On-site

$16.75 - $21.75/hr

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 ...

GKN Aerospace

Program Project Manager

Tallassee, AL · On-site

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 ...

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GKN refers to a global engineering and manufacturing group, so roles within GKN typically require expertise in mechanical or industrial engineering, a relevant technical degree, and strong problem-solving abilities. Familiarity with CAD software, project management tools, and industry-specific certifications such as Six Sigma or Lean Manufacturing are often desired. Collaboration, adaptability, and strong communication skills enable effective teamwork and innovation. These qualifications are crucial for meeting industry standards, ensuring product quality, and driving continuous improvement within a complex manufacturing environment.

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Inspector

GKN Aerospace

Wellington, KS • On-site

Full-time

Posted 28 days ago

GKN Aerospace rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 36 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

49th of 72 rated aerospace companies

Job description

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
Responsible for the verification of product characteristics and associated manufacturing documentation and other quality records, utilising a range of inspection techniques and methods including, but not limited to visual, mechanicals, automated, contact and non-contact. This responsibility will be discharged under the authority delegated by quality.
Job Responsibilities
  • Exemplifying a safety-first mind-set and ensuring that the GKN Aerospace Health, Safety and Environmental policies and standards are followed.
  • Responsible for performing inspection processes as described by the product work instructions and/or other directions.
  • Responsible for performing first article inspections in line with site operating policies, procedures and work instructions.
  • Responsible for execution customer and regulatory delegated inspection processes as authorized by those parties. Responsible for maintaining those delegated authorities once granted.
  • Support root cause analysis, preventative and corrective action to reduce/eliminate non-conformances
  • Maintain positive, team relationships with internal and external customers, as well as co-workers
  • Support continuous improvement of production and inspection processes by implementing Lean initiatives.

Job Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
  • 3 plus years' Experience in inspection methods and techniques and following relevant work instructions.
  • 1 plus years Experience in an Aerospace operating environment.
  • Working knowledge of LEAN processes and practices.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • GKN Aerospace Experience
  • Apprenticeship, Associate's Degree in a technical subject or equivalent.
  • Awareness of AS9100 series requirements.
  • Familiarity with AS9102 First Article Inspection process.
  • Previous delegated product acceptance authority granted by an Aerospace OEM or regulatory authority.
  • Familiarity with 3D model based Engineering.

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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