Company 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, were inspired by the opportunities to innovate and break boundaries. Were proud to play a part in protecting the worlds democracies. And were committed to putting sustainability at the centre of everything we do, opening up and protecting our planet. With over 16,000 employees globally, across 33 manufacturing sites in 12 countries we serve over 90% of the worlds aircraft and engine manufacturers. There are no limits to where you can take your career.

Job description:

Its great to know youre making a difference to the future of aviation! Whatever part you play youll be helping us deliver operational excellence to our customers. Based at our Luton manufacturing plant youll 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.

GKN is seeking a motivated and resourceful Engineering & Technology Project Support Officer to support the planning and execution of the Luton Technology Portfolio. This will include large and collaborative programmes, including those receiving government grant funding. The role involves establishing a robust support structure to oversee projects, ensuring compliance with external reporting and audit trail requirements.

As Engineering & Technology Project Support Officer the ideal candidate will possess a proactive attitude, with excellent communication skills to engage with busy technical teams and facilitate the fulfilment of project obligations. While proficiency with Microsoft Office products and project terminology is necessary, we value aptitude for numbers, structured processes, and a willingness to learn over formal qualifications.

The position is offered on a 1214 month fixed-term contract, providing maternity cover with a handover period to ensure continuity.

There is the requirement to be flexible for occasional travel to GKN Global Technology centre (Bristol), CATAPULT centres (such as MTC Coventry) and consortium partners (various UK). Core working hours at our Luton site are 07:3016:30 Monday to Thursday and 07:3012:30 on Fridays. There is the opportunity to work from home up to two days per week subject to business needs.

Monitor interdependencies between projects;
Support project leads to analyse and report on project progress, scope and cost against baseline;
Maintain the project action log and support timely closure of tasks;
Facilitate PRMs, QRMs and risk reviews;
Prepare project stakeholders communication, compile accurate progress reports and communicate effectively with team and stakeholders;
Manage project updates in applicable compilation systems and tools;
Establish and maintain robust document management in the project and towards stakeholders;
Compile financial information and generate clear summary reports;
Assist in managing POR and invoicing processes, including new supplier set-up;
Support creation, coordination and delivery of (change) proposals;
Identify and escalate problems for resolution;
Maintain engineering registers.

Profile description:

To help us make a difference, youll bring your passion and talent for what you do along with the following skills, experience, qualifications and attributes:
Essential:
Experience of project administration such as reporting and data analysis
Understanding of project terminology and principles.
Ability to identify and escalate problems.
Strong communication skills.
Skilled in operation of Microsoft Office
Ability to work cross-functionally
Strong organisation skills, ability to work to deadlines
Ability to engage with busy technical teams and facilitate the fulfilment of project obligations

Desirable:
Experience in project management
Knowledge of financial compilation and reporting.
Awareness of Purchase Order Requisitions (POR) and invoicing processes.
Understanding of project terminology and principles

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. The Engineering & Technology Project Support Officer will possess a proactive attitude, be comfortable with structured processes and demonstrate a willingness to learn project management methodologies.

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.

The position requires UK National Security Vetting (UKNSV) Security clearance (SC) due to the nature and responsibilities of the work carried out. In order for us to obtain an SC you usually need to have been resident in the UK for a minimum of 5 years to current date (but we do assess each case individually).

We offer:

Once youre on board youll get the following perks and benefits:
Competitive salary dependent on experience
Industry Leading Pension Scheme = well 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
Free airport parking
Enhanced family friendly leave
A collaborative, dynamic working environment

As well as a competitive package well offer you a world of opportunity. We want to see your career fly! Well support your career progression by providing you with learning and development opportunities. Thats the beauty of being part of a global business, once youre 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

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 weve created a culture where everyone feels welcome to contribute. Its 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.

Were 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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