Principal Research Engineer - Composite Manufacturing Processes

GKN Aerospace

📍 Papendrecht, South Holland, Netherlands

Full-time Engineers Posted March 01, 2026

Job Description

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 33 manufacturing sites in 12 countries we serve over 90% of the world’s aircraft and engine manufacturers and achieved sales of £3.35 bn.in 2023. There are no limits to where you can take your career.

Job Summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Principal Research Engineer with a background in advanced composite manufacturing process development and with specialist knowledge in Resin Transfer Moulding (RTM). 

Based at our GTC Site, B...