Mechanical Engineer vacatures in Zwijndrecht

As a Sheet Metal Worker, you will work with advanced materials, precision tools, and technical documentation to build and maintain high-quality structural components for aircraft. You will be part of a unique aviation environment with over 100 years of heritage, where aircraft are literally being built and maintained right next to you.

If you want to contribute to innovative aerospace projects and grow your technical expertise, this role is an excellent opportunity.

Function

• Work on new build aircraft, including VIP and Special Mission Aircraft

• Perform repairs, inspections, modifications, and maintenance on critical aircraft structures

• Execute riveting tasks using solid rivets, blind rivets, countersinking, drilling and precision fitting

• Read, interpret, and apply technical drawings, manuals, and work orders

• Ensure accurate recording of deviations and proper use of tools and machinery

• Contribute improvement ideas for efficiency and safety

• Collaborate with experienced engineering and production teams

Job requirements

• Practical experience as a Sheet Metal Worker, ideally in aerospace or marine

• Strong hands-on skills in riveting, drilling, countersinking, precision fitting

• Ability to read and interpret technical documentation in English

• Good English communication skills

• Fine motor skills, accuracy, and attention to detail

• Willingness to work in shifts

• Technical MBO diploma in:

  • Aircraft Engineering

  • (Fine) Mechanics

  • Mechanical Engineering

• EU citizenship or valid EU work permit

Offer

• €4,000-€5,000 gross per month (including shift bonus)

• Overtime paid up to 180%

• Holiday allowance: 8% of annual salary (paid once yearly in May/June)

• 27 vacation days + 13 ADV days

• Travel allowance:

  • Car/bicycle: €0.20/km (10-55 km one-way)

  • Public transport fully compensated

• Pension plan: Stipp+

• CLA Metalektro applies

• Permanent contract with long-term stability

• Relocation allowance up to €1,000 (flight, transport — based on receipts)

• Full onboarding support: municipality registration, tax number, bank account

• 30% ruling application costs covered

• Support with housing

Apply

Join a forward-thinking aviation company where craftsmanship, innovation, and career growth come together.

For any questions for to apply please contact Angelika Grabowy at a.grabowy@wfspro.nl