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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # VP/SVP Engineering & Technology - **Company:** GKN plc - **Location:** Papendrecht, Netherlands - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** €625.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Network Interface Controllers, Systems Integration - **Published:** June 10, 2026 - **Apply:** https://nl.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=5110b2aa85cc50c9 ## About the Role Do you have experience in Systems engineering?, * Extensive experience in airframe systems integration, systems engineering, or multi-domain aerospace design. * Strong capability in systems engineering, architecture, integration, requirements, and interface control. * Credibility to act as a system-level technical authority with regulators, customers, and partners. Product Development Leadership * Proven leadership of complex product lifecycles (design, integration, certification, in-service support). * Experience across design, manufacturing, and operations interfaces. * Strong understanding of CS/FAR/MIL requirements and compliance. Programme Delivery * Ownership of large, complex aerospace projects with multiple subsystems. * Proven track record of delivering to schedule, cost, and quality targets. * Strong risk management and problem resolution capability. Leadership & Organisation * Experience leading large, multi-site engineering teams in regulated environments (e.g. AS9100). * Ability to build and scale teams, processes, and operating models. * Effective decision-making in high-pressure environments. Governance, Safety & Quality * Experience in technical governance, reviews, and customer engagement. * Strong understanding of lifecycle controls, safety, risk, and compliance. Commercial Acumen * Experience managing engineering budgets and supporting financial planning. * Involvement in bids, pricing, and margin improvement. * Understanding of make/buy decisions and supply chain strategy. What You'll Bring - Desirable Broader Experience * Experience beyond Tier 1 OEMs (e.g. systems integration, propulsion, MRO). * Direct engagement with regulators (CAA, EASA, FAA, MAA). * Exposure to MBSE, digital engineering, PLM transformation. * International and cross-sector (civil/defence) experience. Innovation & Strategy * Experience introducing new technologies into certified products. * Proven track record of building strategic partnerships. * Contribution to engineering/technology strategy and roadmaps. * Awareness of emerging technologies (e.g. automation, digital engineering). ## Description The VP E&T Aerosystems is responsible for defining and delivering the GKN Aerospace airframe-level system integration capabilities and outputs required to architect, integrate, certify, industrialise, and sustain higher-level aero-system solutions across the Airframe product portfolio. As the senior technical authority for Aerosystems, the role holds accountability for the integration of multiple Product Line solutions. The role executes system-level technical governance in line with corporate frameworks. The role drives development of architecture-led integration capabilities and owns the Aerosystems integration strategy that informs Airframes investment priorities. In partnership with customers, Product Line leaders, Manufacturing Engineering, Airworthiness, and external stakeholders, the role ensures delivery of integrated solutions, early opportunity shaping, and participation in risk-sharing partnerships. What You'll Be Doing In this role you will be leading across multiple accountabilities. 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