Mechanical Inspector Despatch MID0226/014

Martin-Baker Aircraft Co Ltd
Denham
5 days ago
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Why work for Martin-Baker

A career in aerospace with a British engineering firm that is saving lives worldwide. When you work at Martin-Baker, you’re providing pilots with their last form of defence. Martin-Baker is the world’s leading manufacturer of ejection seats, helping to protect aircrew in the world’s most advanced military aircraft. Our mission is simple - to save aircrew lives.


What You’ll Be Doing

Join us on this mission as an Inspector in the Despatch Inspection department at our Denham site where you’ll undertake a variety of processes for product verification of parts and components.


Aspects Of The Role Include

  • Carry out testing/inspection of components using a variety of processes and techniques.
  • Generate, maintain inspection documentation.
  • Using SAP to accurately record all work in progress.
  • Track processing of component batches through the manufacturing process and update records accurately and regularly.
  • Accurately record the location of components and parts.
  • Record all non-conforming products.

Characteristics & Skills

  • Inspection experience.
  • Numeracy and geometry skills with a working knowledge of GDT.
  • Broad experience of reading and interpreting engineering drawings.
  • Experience of using Inspection Tools and Equipment.
  • General work background in manufacturing / engineering.
  • Basic grounding in H&S policies and procedures.
  • Basic PC (Microsoft Office) and SAP skills.

Your Benefits In Detail

  • Highly competitive 9% non-contributory pension scheme.
  • 4 x salary Life Assurance (18+).
  • Personalised training and development plan.
  • Healthcare Cash Plan.
  • 25-days annual leave plus bank holidays.
  • Opportunity to purchase additional annual leave (following successful probation).
  • Workplace Nursery Benefit Scheme.
  • Cycle to work scheme, including e-bikes (following successful probation).
  • MBA+ Discount platform.
  • Subsidised canteen.
  • Free onsite parking.
  • Midday finishes every Friday.

We believe in equal opportunity. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone is respected. We want you to be able to do your best work.


Martin-Baker is a signatory to the Armed Forces Covenant, showing our support and commitment to our Armed Forces and their families, proudly supporting those who serve.


All candidates will be treated equally and fairly, regardless of their background, or any characteristic protected by law. Candidates will be selected entirely on their skills and competencies and in alignment with each role’s specifications and / or requirements. All published adverts will be aligned with the Company’s Diversity and Inclusion commitment.


This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government’s Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). For more information and guidance please visit https://martin-baker.com/security-vetting/


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