Aerospace Inspector

Staverton Bridge, Gloucestershire, United Kingdom
2 weeks ago
£39,085 – £41,240 pa

Salary

£39,085 – £41,240 pa

Job Type
Permanent
Work Pattern
Shift-work
Work Location
On-site
Seniority
Mid
Posted
29 Apr 2026 (2 weeks ago)

Benefits

Early finish on Fridays Competitive salary and annual bonus 25 days' holiday + bank holidays (option to buy/sell) Flexible working options Pension (matched up to 8%) and life assurance Professional development, ongoing training, mentoring Onsite amenities: parking, restaurant, bicycle storage, showers Family-friendly and accessible workplace policies

OE Assembly Inspector

Salary: £39,085 (rising to £41,240 after training) + excellent shift premiums!

Shifts: Days, Lates, Nights & Weekends

Shape the Future of Aerospace at Safran

Are you ready to contribute to ambitious projects and create a positive impact in the aerospace industry?

At Safran, you'll work with the brightest minds and best technologies, building valuable experience and joining an innovative, supportive team.

We are a global leader in aircraft landing and braking systems, from commercial and business travel to military and defence fleets. Our expertise cover the entire life cycle of our products from end-to-end: design, manufacturing, maintenance and repair.

Why Work at Safran?

Looking after the people who make Safran great is our priority. We offer a range of benefits designed to support you-both in and out of work, including:

* Early finish on Fridays (where applicable)

* Competitive salary and annual bonus

* 25 days' holiday + bank holidays (option to buy/sell)

* Flexible working options

* Pension (matched up to 8%) and life assurance

* Professional development, ongoing training, mentoring

* Onsite amenities: parking, restaurant, bicycle storage, showers

* Family-friendly and accessible workplace policies

As an Aerospace Inspector, you'll be at the forefront of ensuring quality and compliance for our landing gear components.

From LRUs and sub-assemblies to complete medium landing gears, your expertise will guarantee that every product meets the highest standards.

Working within a collaborative team, you'll manage inspections from initial documentation through to EASA sign-off-helping us deliver excellence every time.

Key responsibilities:

* Inspect key products to confirm compliance with specifications and quality standards.

* Act as a technical point of contact for internal teams and external stakeholders.

* Evaluate and resolve non-conformities using sound technical judgment.

* Support production schedules while maintaining rigorous quality standards.

* Drive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce repeat non-conformances.

What you'll bring:

* Apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3 gained within Engineering/Manufacturing (essential)

* Demonstrable inspection experience

* Strong knowledge of quality systems and problem-solving techniques

* Abile to work independently and make informed decisions with confidence

* Adaptability and flexibility to work across multiple shift patterns, including weekends

Here, we craft excellence together. If you're looking for a place to grow, make an impact, and be part of something bigger, we'd love to hear from you.

We are committed to building a workforce that is reflective of the diverse community we serve. We want to attract the best applications from people of all backgrounds and underrepresented groups because we strongly believe in adding value through diversity, inclusion, and equality.

Some candidates may be put off applying for jobs where they don't meet 100% of the criteria outlined in the advert, however, we encourage you to apply if you can demonstrate a variety of skills and experiences relevant to the requirements of this role.

We strive to provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and employment. Let us know if you need support to showcase your talents or require any reasonable adjustments with your application

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