GKN Aerospace is the world’s leading multi-technology tier 1 aerospace supplier. We develop, build and supply an extensive range of advanced aerospace systems, components and technologies– for use in aircraft ranging from helicopters and business jets to the most used single aisle aircraft and the largest passenger planes in the world. Our technology is on board 100,000 flights a day and we are market leading in aerostructures, engine systems, transparencies and wiring systems. Lightweight composites, additive manufacturing, innovative engine systems and smart transparencies help to reduce emissions and weight on the aircraft and enhance passenger comfort. We are a truly global business, with 17,000 employees, working in 52 manufacturing sites across fourteen countries. read more

EMPLOYEE PARTICIPANTS: 5

TOTAL RATINGS: 45

CEO: Mike Grunza

Joining GKN Aerospace - Employee Onboarding

Employee Sentiment

The prevailing opinion from Comparably users about their company is that it was very prepared on their first day. Employees concluded that their overall onboarding experience was positive. 73% said their direct manager was helpful with their acclimation during the first 90 days. First impressions are important, and how prepared a company is on your first day leaves a lasting impression.

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Did you have a positive onboarding experience when you were hired at your current company?

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How prepared was your company on your first day of onboarding?

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Was your direct manager helpful with your onboarding during your first 90 days?

Meet Your Managers

Your direct manager highly affects your experience at a company; overall managers at GKN Aerospace are rated a F. Learn More about your managers at GKN Aerospace.

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How often do you get valuable feedback on how to improve at work?

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Does your boss expect you to work when you're on vacation?

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Do you feel comfortable giving your boss negative feedback?

Negotiate Salary

If you think you and your skill set should be valued higher than your offer, negotiate your salary! 51% of men and 42% of women on Comparably said they negotiated their salaries. On average, GKN Aerospace employees earn $131,867. Learn More about Salaries at GKN Aerospace.

Average Salaries at GKN Aerospace by Department

$143k*

Engineering

$160k*

Product

$116k*

Design

$111k*

Marketing

$102k*

Operations

$59k*

Admin

$159k*

Business Dev

$108k*

Finance

$103k*

Communications

$68k*

Customer Support

$124k*

$119k*

$198k*

Legal

$143k*

Sales

^* Estimated salaries Estimated salaries are based on data provided anonymously by employees and/or estimated by other statistical methods.

Get Acclimated

Now that you’ve joined GKN Aerospace, get acclimated. Is lunch a social time or do people sit at their desks?

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What's the main reason you stay at your current company?

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How long do you take for lunch breaks?

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How often do you socialize with team members outside of work?

Professional Development

Learn More about Professional Development at GKN Aerospace.

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Do you have a mentor at work?

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Does your current company provide you meaningful opportunities for career advancement?

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