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 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.

Ever wondered what it’s like to work on the technology behind the world’s most advanced aircraft? Join us for GKN Aerospace Bristol’s first-ever Virtual Careers Event, where we’ll be opening the doors (digitally!) to our largest manufacturing site in the UK.

This interactive event is designed for Aircraft Fitters, Fabricators, Machinists and Composite Operators who want to take the next step in their career and be part of something bigger.

What You'll Experience

Our Virtual Careers Event is designed to give you a genuine insight into life at GKN Aerospace in Bristol Throughout the session, you’ll hear directly from the people who build, assemble and manufacture the advanced components that power the future of flight.

During the event, you will have the opportunity to:

• Take a Virtual Tour of Our Filton Site
  Step inside one of the UK’s most advanced aerospace manufacturing facilities. Through our guided virtual tour, you’ll see where high-precision components are produced and assembled, and gain an understanding of the technology, equipment and processes used across our workshops.
• Explore Career Opportunities in Aerospace Manufacturing
  Learn more about the roles available for Aircraft Fitters, Fabricators, Machinists and Composite Operators across our Filton and Western Approach sites, and how these positions contribute to major global aerospace programmes.
• Speak Directly with Our Talent Acquisition Team
  Our recruitment specialists will be on hand to talk through current vacancies, hiring processes and great perks we offer, giving you practical advice on how to take the next step in your career with GKN Aerospace.
• Meet Our Operational Teams
  Hear from site leaders, supervisors and experienced shop-floor specialists who will share their insights into the work we do, the challenges we solve and what day-to-day life is like within our manufacturing teams.
• Discover Training and Career Development Opportunities
  Find out how we support employees with training, upskilling and long-term career progression, whether you’re joining with years of experience or looking to build a future in aerospace manufacturing.
• Take Part in Live Q&A Sessions
  Have questions about the roles, the sites or working in aerospace? You’ll have the chance to ask them directly and get honest answers from the people who know the business best.

Get a rare behind-the-scenes look at the people, technology and innovation powering one of the UK’s leading aerospace manufacturers — join from your laptop, tablet or mobile, wherever you are.

Register Your Interest

We’re putting the final details in place for this exciting event to take place early April, but you don’t need to wait to get involved.

Register your interest today and you’ll be among the first to receive:

• The official event date and time
• Your exclusive registration link
• Updates and reminders as the event approaches

This is your opportunity to secure early access to GKN Aerospace Bristol’s first Virtual Careers Event and be part of first “behind the scenes” experience.

Spaces will be limited to ensure an interactive experience, so register your interest now and be ready to explore your future in aerospace.

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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