Job Opportunities in Sweden

About us

The Global Technology Center (GTC) is where we at GKN Aerospace work together to develop the technologies for the future. We make it possible for the company to meet the current and future challenges of the industry and especially, we work to deliver a sustainable aviation.
To fulfill our mission, we establish and maintain strategic technology relationships/partnerships with key customers, companies and academia, we find new R&D opportunities that help us to mature technologies, we invest in infrastructure, and we invest in our people.


Would you like the opportunity to work at the GTC?

About the role

We are seeking a passionate manager to lead and strengthen our Department for Manufacturing and Materials at GTC in Trollhättan.

The primary responsibilities of the department are leading manufacturing of demonstrators and developing materials for new technology
applications and design concepts supporting the overall technology strategy.

The team consists of engineers who specialize in manufacturing engineering and processes, Design for Manufacturing,
aterials science with focus on titanium and nickel-based alloys, material characterization and testing.

As a manager, you will be responsible for the functional management of the department overseeing approximately 15 direct reports.
Your role will include ensuring the growth and development of the team in alignment with the Technology Strategy and the company’s needs.

As part of the GTC Management Team, you will manage relationships with stakeholders and the research ecosystem, contribute to improvements
of our ways of working, and participate in the planning and strategy development for the GTC.

Job Responsibilities

• Management of the department employees.
• Maintain the quality of the teams’ work and continuously seek and
  implement improvements in the way-of-working.
• Responsible for the health and safety of the team members at work.
• Contribute to the development of GKN as a 'Great Place to Work'
• Develop growth and development plans for the department and its technical fields.
• Recruit and train staff to ensure that the department and the technology programs
  have the required skillset
• Coach team members to promote development and enhance team performance
• Stay updated about the state-of-the-art and technical capabilities in the technical field of the department.
• Establish and develop technology relationships and partnerships with key national and international customers,
• companies, and academic bodies within department’s technical fields.
• Contribute to defining the detailed content of new R&T programs

Personal Specification

You have a background as an engineer with proven leadership and communication skills. You are passionate about solving engineering problems and managing and developing people. You also have a strong interest in aerospace and thrive when facing technical challenges.

Job Qualifications

• MSc. Degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering or other relevant engineering field.
• Proven experience managing people.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to build strong relationships
• Ability to clearly present data, reports and presentations to facilitate decision-making at all levels of the business.
• Passion and energy for continuous improvement, results-driven and resilient.
• Team player. Ability to empower others, acting as a coach/mentor and supporting the growth of team members.
• Proficiency both in Swedish and English

Type of employment

Type of employment
Permanent contract

Place of employment and travel requirements
This position is based in Trollhättan, Sweden, as such, the applicant should be able to gain the right to live and work in Sweden.
Travel to other locations within Sweden as well as EU is expected

Application

The position requires that you undergo and be approved according to the current regulations for security protection. For positions where GKN's customer has requirements for security classification, this may, in some cases, involve specific citizenship requirements.

Last date for application: 2024-10-20

To ensure a structured and high-quality recruitment process, we only accept applications through our recruitment tool, Careers.

In preparation for our recruitment process at GKN, we have made decisions regarding recruitment and marketing channels. We, therefore, decline any contact from recruitment agencies, media sales, or similar companies.

For more information please contact
Henrik Runnemalm | VP Global Technology Centre | GKN Aerospace Engine Systems Sweden.
Henrik.runnemalm@gknaerospace.com

The position requires that you undergo and be approved according to the current regulations for security protection. For positions where GKN's customer has requirements for security classification, this may, in some cases, involve specific citizenship requirements