IT Manager Civil Aerostructures & Landing Gear
Key Skills
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.
About the role
As Site IT Manager, you'll be the go-to person for IT across our Papendrecht facility. That means sitting on the Site Steering Committee, working directly with Site Directors and Functional Leads, and making sure IT keeps us moving forward.
Here, you’ll have real authority. When something needs resolving, you'll be empowered to step in, coordinate across teams, and get it done.
What you'll be doing
Being the face of IT on site: Act as the site’s senior IT lead, building strong relationships across operations, cyber, and the wider business.
Keeping things running and improving them: Manage infrastructure, security, and service levels. Oversee equipment deployment and ensure policy compliance.
Leading with clarity under pressure: Lead high-pressure incident response with clear communication and calm prioritization.
Contributing to the bigger picture: Support the annual budget and drive the adoption of global IT standards
What we're looking for
You need to be confident, well-rounded IT leader who thrives in complex environments. Here's what matters most:
- Fluency in both Dutch and English (written and verbal) is essential
- A degree in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent experience
- At least five years of experience in people management and project management
- A solid grounding in IT systems within a manufacturing environment
- Strong communication skills and the ability to influence at senior level
- Calm, sound judgement, especially when things get busy
- Comfortable working in a matrix organisation with multiple reporting lines
- Willingness to be present on site regularly, with some travel
What we offer
Our organization demonstrates passion for innovation and our employees are rightly proud for what we engineer and build. This is truly a challenging work environment: a role where you contribute as an individual but also as a member of a diverse and international team of experts. At GKN Aerospace, we not only provide you with the tools to perform at the best of your capabilities, but we also support and promote your technical and personal development.
Furthermore, we offer to you:
- Competitive salary (grade F of WTW) depending on working experience and expertise,
- Eligible for bonus scheme,
- Attractive pension plan from PME,
- 30 days holiday,
- Informal atmosphere in a dynamic and ambitious department,
- Unique opportunity to work for a market leader in the aerospace manufacturing industry.
Next to a competitive package, we will offer you a world of opportunities: we want to see your career fly! We will support your career progression by providing you with learning and development opportunities. That's the beauty of being part of a global business, once you are on board, you never know where your career journey may take you!
How to apply
Are you interested in the position and do you meet the requirements? Please apply online here. Due to data privacy reasons we do not handle any applications sent by email. If you have any questions you can reach out to Ioanna Dimitriadi - Talent Acquisition Specialist via [email protected].
We’ll offer you fantastic challenges and amazing opportunities. This is your chance to be part of an organisation that has proven itself to be at the cutting edge of our industry; and is committed to pushing the boundaries even further. And with some of the best training on offer in the industry, who knows how far you can go?
A Great Place to work needs a Great Way of Working
Everyone is welcome to apply to GKN. We believe that we can only achieve our ambitions through a coming together of diverse minds who enjoy collaborating in an inspirational environment. Through our commitment to diversity, inclusion and belonging and by living our five powerful principles we’ve created a culture where everyone feels welcome to contribute. It’s a culture that won us ‘The Best Workplace Culture Award’. By embracing and celebrating what makes us unique we encourage everyone to bring their full self to work.
We’re also committed to providing an accessible recruitment process, so if you require reasonable adjustments at any stage during our recruitment process please get in touch and let us know.
We are the place where human dreams, plus human endeavour, shape the future of aerospace innovation and technology.
Core Responsibilities
The IT Manager will act as the senior lead for the Papendrecht facility, managing infrastructure, security, and service levels while coordinating across teams. They are responsible for driving the adoption of global IT standards and supporting the annual budget while maintaining strong relationships with site leadership.
Requirements
Candidates must have a degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience, along with at least five years of experience in people and project management. Proficiency in both Dutch and English is essential, as is a solid background in IT systems within a manufacturing environment.
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Bonus scheme
- Attractive pension plan
- 30 days holiday
- Learning and development opportunities
About GKN Aerospace Careers
Industry: Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing
Company size: 10,001+ employees
GKN Aerospace is the world’s leading multi-technology tier 1 aerospace supplier, with a mission to be the most trusted and sustainable partner in the sky. As a global company serving the world’s leading aircraft manufacturers, GKN Aerospace designs, manufactures and delivers an extensive range of advanced aerospace systems, components and technologies – for use in commercial and defense aircraft ranging from helicopters, business jets, passenger planes and advanced air mobility vehicles to the most advanced fighter aircraft. In line with its mission, GKN Aerospace is committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050. Lightweight composites, additive manufacturing, electrical wiring interconnection systems and innovative engine systems help to reduce emissions and weight on today’s aircraft, while it collaborates with global partners to accelerate the development of zero-emission aircraft technologies, including hydrogen-powered propulsion and all-electric flight. GKN Aerospace is market leading in aerostructures and engine systems, with 16,000 employees across its 36 manufacturing locations in 12 countries.