Always wanted to work on the coolest planes and helicopters? If you have that technical background in aviation, this is your chance to make it happen! Become a MRO Technician at GKN Fokker Landing Gear!

GKN Fokker Technologies is a division of GKN Aerospace and a leading global aerospace specialist. Fokker develops and produces state-of-the-art advanced aircraft systems and components for aircraft manufacturers and provides integrated services and products for aircraft owners and users. The company was founded in 1919. The head office is located in Papendrecht, the Netherlands. Fokker Technologies is active on locations in the Netherlands, Romania, Turkey, Canada, Mexico, the US, China, India and Singapore, and employs around 4,900 people.

GKN Fokker Landing Gear located in Papendrecht, the Netherlands, as part of Fokker Technologies, is active in the field of landing gear and related systems. This includes the design and development, production and assembly of complete landing-controlled systems, but also the repair and reassembly of systems that are in use. With its ± 250 employees, Fokker Landing Gear is active for the F16 Fighter Aircraft, the Apache Combat helicopter, the F35 Lightning II (JSF), the Bombardier Dash 8 Q400, the multifunctional NH90 helicopter and the MQ-9 Reaper.

As a Maintenance Repair & Overhaul (MRO) Technician you are responsible for dismantling, cleaning, repairing, assembling and adjusting of parts & assembled aircraft components. You work on the basis of Operations Manuals, procedures and regulations and as a MRO Technician you naturally also ensure proper recording of data, documents and logbooks for accountability to customers & supervisory authorities.

• You have successfully completed a Technical College, aviation training and / or aviation experience is a strong plus;
• You are independent, but you can also work well in a team;
• You have a good command of the English technical language and you are able to read manuals, technical manuals and instructions;
• You have a good quality and safety awareness;
• You are very handy.

The Fokker Landing Gear organization exudes a passion for technology and our employees are rightfully proud of what they develop and build. Fokker Landing Gear has big plans for the future, just like you. We recognize that it takes planning and hard work to get there. So we offer a challenging position, a great team, development & training, and exciting opportunities to further enhance your skills, abilities and knowledge.

Furthermore we offer:

• Excellent salary between € 3000-4000 (depending on experience);
• Full-time contract (40 hours);
• Holiday allowance;
• Plenty days to celebrate your holidays and visit friends and family;
• Commuting allowance;
• Pension scheme;
• Personal growth opportunities.

The recruitment and selection of the MRO Mechanic is carried out by N. Kloostra of WFS PRO BV. If you have questions please contact Niels via n.kloostra@wfspro.nl or +31 (0)6 30681349.