Survivability Analysis Engineer

Design the innovations that protect those who protect us.
GKN Fokker Aerospace is seeking a Survivability Analysis Engineer for the Defense Engineering & Technology organization in the Netherlands. A role dedicated to developing and testing cutting-edge structural and ballistic protection solutions for critical defense platforms.

GKN Fokker Aerospace stands at the forefront of aerospace and defense innovation. With a focus on lightweight composite materials, structural protection solutions, and integrated product development, the company supports major defense programs worldwide.

• Develop, implement, and verify technical solutions and compliance documentation aligned with customer, regulatory, and airworthiness requirements.
• Identify technical problems and apply or integrate effective solutions.
• Execute method plans, toolsets, and approaches to meet design and program goals.
• Support bids and proposals by developing technical solutions based on customer requirements.
• Identify and assess technical risks, proposing mitigations when necessary.
• Develop and maintain simulation tools for the engineering of ballistic protection solutions.
• Support or create test specifications, compliance documents, and validation strategies.
• Design cost-effective, manufacturable solutions following DFMA (Design for Manufacture and Assembly) principles.
• Generate project deliverables, technical documents, and reports.
• Contribute to technical reviews and customer meetings by preparing and presenting technical data.
• Handle non-conformance processes, concessions, and corrective solutions.
• Operate with minimal supervision and perform peer reviews to support fellow engineers.
• Contribute to the improvement of work instructions, procedures, manuals, and technical guidelines.
• Support manufacturing teams during prototype development and serial production.
• Understand and participate in product qualification and compliance documentation processes.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in a technical discipline, or equivalent experience.
• Relevant experience in Analysis Engineering, preferably within the aerospace sector.
• Ability to obtain check/approval status where required.
• Self-motivated, capable of taking initiative within defined procedures and governance.
• Skilled in conveying technical information clearly to diverse audiences.
• Ability to engage in technical discussions with customers and suppliers.
• Strong skills in analyzing and interpreting customer requirements.

An opportunity to work in an innovative aerospace engineering environment focused on defense solutions, where cutting-edge technologies meet practical application.

• Salary between €3700 and €6400.
• Pension scheme.
• Holiday allowance.
• Strengthen the defense industry and protect those who serve.
• Access to ongoing professional development and technology innovation initiatives..
• A collaborative setting focused on excellence, engineering passion, and continuous improvement.