Senior Software Development Engineer

Job Summary

Within GKN Aerospace, GKN Fokker Elmo’s Engineering Tools & Methods department (ETM) is continuously looking for new tools, processes or other innovations to improve our ways of working. This includes the selection of off-the-shelf best in class tools, improvement of existing processes as well as developing software in-house, to best support and extend our competitive edge. As a software development engineer you are a pivotal part of this process in developing software to drastically improve existing processes, reduce lead-times and optimize our wiring designs.

What you will do

What you will bring

• Master’s degree (MSc) in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or an Engineering discipline (e.g., Aerospace or Mechanical) with a heavy software component.


• Minimum 5 years of experience in similar position.


• Solid practical experience with object-oriented programming, specifically Python. Knowledge of VBA is a plus.


• Strong affinity for Agile workflows, data modeling methods, and complete end-to-end SDLC processes (from requirements gathering to user acceptance testing).


• Excellent verbal and written communication of the English language.

Skills

• Ability to extract clear requirements from complex human expectations and test software explicitly against user needs.


•  A knack for creating creative, abstract solutions to complex engineering dilemmas and evaluating their trade-offs.


• The talent to cleanly and efficiently translate unique solution methodologies into reliable software code.

Competencies

• Ownership: You take responsibility for your projects and drive them safely across the finish line.


• Analytical Mindset: You think abstractly, effortlessly spotting hidden dependencies and interrelationships in complex systems.


• Objective Judgment: You formulate well-considered, data-driven opinions while maintaining absolute objectivity.


• Collaboration: You maintain a constructive approach to the ideas of others and thrive in a harmonious team ecosystem.

What we'll offer

We are committed to offer you a challenge but also a great opportunity to learn and grow. We want to offer you a career that can go to many directions thanks to our breadth of international opportunities. By being part of GKN Aerospace that has proven itself to be at the cutting edge of our industry, you will know that you will be working towards being the most trusted partner in the aerospace industry. We will support and promote your professional and personal development.

Furthermore, we will offer you:
•    The role is in Grade L1 and according to the CLA Metalektro,
•    8% holiday allowance,
•    42 paid holidays for full-time employment in line with the Collective Labor Agreement Metalektro 
•    An excellent pension scheme (PME) and travel allowance,
•    A pleasant and informal working environment, in which we work together to achieve the best result for our customers.

Next to the attractive 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.

How to apply

Please apply online by sending us a Cover Letter and your CV. Due to data privacy reasons we do not handle any applications sent by email. For additional questions you can contact Ioanna Dimitriadi, Talent Acquisition Specialist, via [email protected]