Manufacturing Engineer – Measurement & Inspection, CMM Programming

GKN Aerospace

Manufacturing Engineer specializing in CMM programming at GKN Aerospace in Papendrecht. Leading measurement and inspection engineering for high-precision aerospace components.

Posted 6/16/2026full-timePapendrecht • 🇳🇱 NetherlandsMid-LevelSenior💰 €5,715 per monthWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and maintain CMM programs (ZEISS Calypso) in accordance with ISO and ASME standards.
Define and implement measurement and inspection strategies for complex aerospace components.
Support manufacturing by preparing and managing inspection and product-related documentation.
Analyze measurement and production data to improve process capability and product quality.
Manage and support resolution of non-conformances.
Apply root cause analysis (RCA) and implement corrective and preventive actions.
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives using Lean and Zero Defect Manufacturing (ZDM) principles.
Support first article inspections (FAI), industrialization, and process validation activities.
Collaborate closely with production, quality, and external suppliers to resolve technical challenges.
Ensure compliance with GKN Aerospace Health, Safety and Environmental policies.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum 3+ years of CMM programming experience, preferably in aerospace or high-precision manufacturing.
Strong expertise in ZEISS Calypso (certification is a plus).
Solid understanding and application of GD&T (ISO & ASME standards).
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or related Engineering discipline.
Experience with measurement systems and inspection processes in a production environment.
Familiarity with methodologies and tools such as APQP, MSA, SPC, QCP, PFMEA, and RCA.
Knowledge of ZEISS PiWeb and holding AUKOM certification is advantageous.
Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and problem-solving mindset.
Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to work in a multidisciplinary environment.
Experience in aerospace manufacturing and precision machining processes is a plus.
Fluent in English, both written and spoken.

Benefits

Comp & perks

40 paid holidays for full-time employment.
Working conditions according to the CAO Metalektro, including an excellent pension scheme and travel allowance.
A working environment, in which we work together to achieve the best result for our customers.
Every opportunity to build on your career and personal development.

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Hard Skills & Tools

CMM programmingmeasurement systemsinspection processesGD&Troot cause analysisLean principlesZero Defect Manufacturingdata analysisprocess validationnon-conformance resolution

Soft Skills

analytical skillsattention to detailproblem-solvingcommunication skillsteamworkcollaborationmultidisciplinary teamwork

Certifications

AUKOM certification