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We are on the lookout for a skilled Design Assurance Engineer to join our team at the Dutch Defense Design Engineering office!

As the Design Assurance Engineer, you support the Design Assurance Manager to ensure the seamless implementation, maintenance and independent monitoring of the Design Assurance System at NL Defense Design Engineering based in Papendrecht. This dedicated professional also extends support to all matters pertaining to Airworthiness and Product Safety within the realm of design assurance procedures.

Beyond this, the Design Assurance Engineer actively contributes to the formulation and execution of a unified and coherent set of processes and procedures tailored to the unique demands of Defense programs. This involves close collaboration with key stakeholders in the local Quality Management System (QMS) to facilitate the seamless integration and ongoing maintenance of NL Defense Design Office processes and procedures within the local Quality Management Systems.

• Facilitate the development, implementation, execution and maintenance of the overall Design Assurance System, in line with the regulatory and customer requirements,
• Liaise with local Quality Management System (QMS) responsible to support the integration and maintenance of relevant processes and procedures in local QMS,
• Ensure consistency and regulatory compliance (e.g. EMAR 21) of the Design Assurance System (e.g. MDOM and its associated appendices),
• Monitor, document and provide regular reports to stakeholders, incl. Management, Customers, Partners and Aviation Authorities, on the adherence to the Design Assurance System,
• Assess the effectiveness and efficiency of processes, leading or participating in investigations to identify opportunities for continuous process improvement,
• Execute and/or coordinate quality assurance audits in accordance with surveillance plans and annual audit schedules,
• Actively support both internal & external audits, taking the lead in investigating non-compliances to the Quality and/or Design requirements, and initiate and coordinate corrective actions stemming from thorough reviews and audits,
• Play a pivotal role in Airworthiness and Product Safety matters in relationto design assurance procedures.

• Bachelor or Master's degree in an engineering and/or quality related field,
• 5+ years' experience within Design Engineering and Quality environments, preferably within Aerospace,
• Proven expertise in applying ISO 9001, AS9100 and Aviation Regulations (EMAR-21, JMAAN-21J, EASA-21G/J and 145, FAA, etc.),
• In-depth understanding of quality processes is a key strength,
• Experience with Lean Six Sigma or similar continuous improvement systems qualifications (e.g. Green belt) is a plus,
• Demonstrated ability to lead organizational change would be appreciated,
• Proficiency in executing internal audits in the capacity of an AS(EN)9100 Auditor is a plus,
• Demonstrates independence, analytical thinking, initiative, and commitment to quality,
• Collaborates effectively and is results-driven,
• Possesses the ability to influence individuals across all organizational levels,
• Exceptional problem-solving skills and decision making capabilities,
• Communicative with good presentation and interpersonal skills,
• Fluency in English.

Do you have what it takes to join us as Design Assurance Engineer at GKN Fokker? Then we will happily offer you a challenging and stimulating working environment as well as a career opportunity where you can make a difference. You will be a key contributor to a diverse and international team of experts where your expertise and work can play a key role.

This position comes also with an attractive remuneration package, which includes the following:

• A gross monthly salary between € 3.507,- and 5.658,- depending onyour knowledge and experience,
• 8% holiday allowance,
• 40 - 42paid holidays for full-time employment,
• Working conditions according to the CAO Metalektro, including an excellent pension scheme (PME) and travel allowance,
• Profit sharing scheme,
• A pleasant and informal working environment, in which we work together to achieve the best result for our customers in a pleasant atmosphere.
  
  

Next to a competitive package, we will offer you a world of opportunities: we want to see your career fly! We will 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!

You can apply by clicking on the 'apply' button and attaching your CV and (preferably) your cover letter. For questions you can contact our Talent Acquisition Specialist Marina Monogyiou at marina.monogyiou@fokker.com. You can expect a first chat with Marina and possibly 1 or 2 online/F2F interviews with the hiring manager and members of the team.

Everyone is welcome to apply to GKN Fokker and be part of our journey. Through our commitment to diversity, inclusion and belonging and by living our five powerful principles we’ve created an environment where everyone can be at their best. We are 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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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’ last year. 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 arethe place where human dreams, plus humanendeavour, shape the future of aerospace innovation and technology.

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