About this role
GKN AerospaceGKN Aerospace Functional Programme Lead - Analysis NH90 Landing Gear Date: 3 Aug 2026 Location: Papendrecht, NL Company: GKN Aerospace Careers 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 32 manufacturing sites in 12 countries we serve over 90% of the world's aircraft and engine manufacturers and achieved sales of £3.6bn in 2025. There are no limits to where you can take your career. Job Summary At GKN Aerospace, we are developing the technologies that shape the future of aviation. As an Engineering Functional Programme Lead / Principal Engineer , you will play a key role in leading engineering teams across complex aerospace programmes, ensuring the successful delivery of technical solutions that meet the highest standards of quality, safety and performance. This is a senior technical leadership role for an experienced engineering professional who combines deep subject matter expertise with the ability to guide teams, influence stakeholders and drive programme success in a highly collaborative and international environment. Job Responsibilities What You'll Do As an Engineering Functional Programme Lead / Principal Engineer, you will provide technical leadership across one or more engineering teams within a programme. You will be responsible for ensuring that engineering activities are delivered on time, within budget and fully compliant with customer, regulatory and airworthiness requirements. Working closely with Chief Engineers, Heads of Function and Progr...