Engineer - ILS Support

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Date: Aug 14, 2025

Location: Papendrecht, NL

Company: GKN Aerospace Careers

Job Summary

GKN Fokker Aerospace has an urgent requirement to recruit a suitably qualified and able candidate to assist the existing ILS team Specialists in conducting MSG-3 analysis in support of the NH90 and other programs.

The successful candidate should be aware of ILS principles based on MIL-STD-1388-2B for LSA, utilizing the EAGLE LSAR relational database tool and understand the principles for development and ongoing continuous optimization of aircraft Maintenance Programs & planning in accordance with Air Transport Association (ATA) Maintenance Steering Group 3 (MSG) 3 process.

 

Background

Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) is an essential tool for efficient and cost effective management of complex programs throughout the product life-cycle from inception (concept) through to end of life cycle (disposal).

The ILS service team provides ongoing support for the NHI industries NH90 Tactical Transport and Naval Frigate (TTH & NFH) helicopter fleets worldwide. In support of these fleets, a quality LSA database is the foundation on which an effective ILS service rests by providing the essential configuration and source data reference that the various ILS disciplines use in support of the various support activities. The process of inputting data, updating records and developing the NH90 LSA Record (LSAR) is continuous from cradle to grave to ensure the data within always aligns to the helicopter configurations, maintaining a robust LSAR for the continued support of existing versions & variants and to support the development of future design iterations.

GKN Fokker Aerospace uses ILS & Logistic Support Analysis (LSA) processes involving MSG-3 for continuous evaluation, analysis and evolution (optimization) of various maintenance programs to ensure that maintenance remains fit-for-purpose (Applicable & Effective) throughout the product in-service life.

Specifically, the ILS service provides ongoing support for the NHI industries NH90 Tactical Transport and Naval Frigate (TTH & NFH) helicopter fleets worldwide. In support of these fleets, a quality up-to-date LSA database is the foundation on which an effective ILS service rests by providing the essential configuration and source data reference that the various ILS disciplines, including Maintenance Analysts use in support of the MSG-3 based initial Maintenance development and continuous optimization activities

Job Responsibilities

The ILS Engineer/ Maintenance Analyst will be a major contributor with responsibilities including:

  • Supporting Continued Airworthiness activities for supported projects through ILS;
  • Providing ILS support to meet contracted deliverables to the projects;
  • Administering scheduled / preventive maintenance tasks and analysis outcomes required to sustain the design configurations that result from Air Transport Association (ATA) Maintenance Steering Committee 3 (MSG-3) analysis;
  • Performing the Maintenance Task Analysis (MTA) belonging to each maintenance task identified, with identification of all required support, including Aerospace Ground equipment (AGE), Tooling, Spare parts, consumables, etc. necessary to perform the various maintenance activities.
  • Work with other ILS disciplines / colleagues; including Technical Publications, IPD, Material Support, Aerospace Ground Equipment (AGE) and Design Office Engineering Specialists to harmonize the the flow of data.
  • Participation in International Working Groups and meetings;
  • Keeping the Maintenance Review Board (MRB) process document up to date and relevant, when required;
  • Incorporating required Engineering and Support changes into the MSG-3 analysis;
  • Presenting the status and content of the MSG-3 as / when required;
  • Performing LSA activities, compliant with the tailored MIL-STD. 1388-1A/2B requirements and GKN Fokker Aerospace approved processes for each program, but NH90 in particular,

Job Qualifications

Education/Background experience/Requirements

  • Practitioner knowledge of LSA/LSAR 1388-1B & 2B (in excess of 2 years preferred).
  • Knowledge / awareness of Raytheon EAGLE LSAR DB;
  • Knowledge of MIL-STD 1388, DEF STAN 00-60, AECMA, ASD S1000, S2000, S3000,
  • Working knowledge of how to conduct Maintenance development and maintenance analysis in accordance with ATA MSG-3 analysis principles;
  • Capable of security clearance on military projects.

Other

Engineering background, preferably within Aerospace ILS, and preferably with some military support experience.
Sound working proficiency in all MS Office applications and particularly in MSG-3 and downstream document/report preparation & writing.
Good standard of spoken & written English. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

What we will 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:

  • A gross monthly salary based on the CLA Metalektro Grade L2 and in line with your experience and qualifications,
  • 8% holiday allowance,
  • 40 paid holidays for full-time employment,
  • Working conditions according to the CLA Metalektro, including an excellent pension scheme (PME) and travel allowance,
  • A pleasant and informal working environment, in which we work together to achieve the best result for our customers in a pleasant atmosphere.

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? Use the "apply now" now button, if you have any questions you can reach out to Ioanna Dimitriadi via ioanna.dimitriadi@fokker.com. We are committed to offer you a challenge but also a great opportunity to learn and grow. We want to offer you a career that can go to many directions thanks to our breadth of international opportunities. By being part of GKN Fokker Aerospace that has proven itself to be at the cutting edge of our industry, you will know that you will be working towards being the most trusted partner in the aerospace industry.