You can search for jobs here by keyword, team, or location, or simply click on ‘open roles’ to see everything available
We often add new roles. Check back again soon, or register your details here to get notified when something new is posted.
Please only use the online application process to make sure it gets to us safely. You’ll find the ‘Apply now’ button at the bottom of the role description.
Yes. We protect all person personal data as detailed in our Privacy Statement.
We know great colleagues come from different backgrounds and have different skill sets. Our diversity makes us greater. So, you don’t need to fit a specific mould to work at GKN Aerospace.
We generally look for people who care about teamwork, thrive in innovative environments, and want to make aviation more sustainable. Depending on the role, we might also look for specific technical qualifications.
We use English as our business language, and the job description will highlight whether another language is necessary.
For us, diversity is essential. We rely on diverse teams to spark incredible innovations and keep us moving towards a better future.
Our team comprises talented people of all genders, orientations, abilities, races, and religions. Your community is our community, and all are welcome here. You can learn more about our diversity, inclusion and belonging initiatives here.
We’re a global family made of close-knit local teams. We’re serious about an open, honest working environment with respect and care for every team member. You can learn more about our unique culture here.
We offer a wealth of training opportunities as a path to recognised qualifications and industry-leading practical experience.
You’ll also be encouraged to explore international prospects in the 14 countries where we operate. Our people are our most incredible asset, and we’ll do everything we can to help you reach your potential.
You can search for roles in a specific location here. Before you apply, please ensure you’re eligible to work in that country.
Remember that when you join GKN Aerospace, you can take advantage of future international opportunities in the next stage of your career, too.
Yes – we’re keen to attract the best talent, no matter where you are. Most of our positions do provide relocation assistance, and the hiring manager will be happy to disucss this.
Yes. Choose from placements across all our departments, including Engineering, Manufacturing, HR, and Management. We offer internships across our 33 international manufacturing locations, which can vary from a few weeks to a year.
We post the majority of our internships between September and November. Search for open internships here or see more information here.
Yes. In our global graduate programme, you can choose from placements across our business areas and international locations.
Search for open graduate roles here or see more information here.
For our Bristol location, send your CV and a short cover letter to bristol.wex@gknaerospace.com. For Cowes, use cowes.wexchampion@gknaerospace.com.
All placements are for one week.
We offer week-long placements to anyone between 14 and 18.
We’ll try to get back to you as soon as possible, but please bear in mind it could take up to four weeks.
Unfortunately not. Due to high demand, we ask that you choose the area you’re most interested in. Please mention your chosen area in your cover letter.
Business-casual dress works well.
Most of our placements follow our regular business hours, 8am-4pm from Monday-Friday. Certain placements may require work outside of these hours.
Yes, you’re welcome to send in another application.
Unfortunately, we cannot offer individual feedback due to the volume of applications we receive. We encourage you to explore our website and think about why you’re attracted to work experience at GKN Aerospace, then try to include this in your cover letter.
No, all placements are voluntary. If you’re interested in a paid position at GKN Aerospace, have a look at our apprenticeships or internships.
We try to get back to everyone as quickly as possible. Please bear in mind that this could be several weeks at peak times.
Each of our graduate roles has different processes. The journey may include a telephone interview, face-to-face interview, technical quiz, or an assessment centre.
Yes. All our positions are different, so you can apply for as many as you wish.
We know that waiting to hear about the outcome of an application can be frustrating – thank you for your patience as we work through the applicants.
Once you’ve applied, you will automatically receive an email to say we’ve received your application. As soon as a decision has been made on the next stage, you’ll hear from a member of the recruitment team.
Our team comprises talented people of all abilities, and we will always make the required adjustments. Please contact the hiring manager to discuss anything we can do to support your application.
We usually need candidates to be eligible to work in their chosen location. If you require a work permit, please contact the hiring manager.
Yes. If you get invited to an assessment centre, you’ll also get details on how to claim back reasonable expenses.
Starting salaries vary by programme.
We also offer a wealth of opportunities, qualification paths, and benefits like flexible holidays and generous pension contributions.
Start dates vary by programme, but you’ll get all the details and plenty of notice during the assessment process.
Yes. Our graduate programme offers a choice of placements across our business areas. Whether you’re looking at engineering, finance, IT, operations, management, or marketing, your skills are involved in our work at GKN Aerospace.