Inspection Technician

Leonardo UK Ltd; England; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace and defence company in the UK seeks an Inspection Technician to ensure quality compliance and safety standards. The role involves performing inspections on materials and components, documenting findings, and supporting corrective actions. Candidates should have technical certificates and an eye for detail, with experience in inspection preferred. Join us to thrive in a collaborative environment with strong career development opportunities.

Benefits

Generous leave and additional flexi-days

Pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution

Free mental health support

Bonus scheme for eligible employees

Access to online courses

Flexible working hours

Up to £500 on flexible benefits

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• Technical certificate, diploma, or equivalent experience in a relevant field.
• Previous experience in inspection or quality control preferred.
• Industry-specific certifications may be required or advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine inspections of materials and components.
• Verify compliance with specifications and standards.
• Identify defects and document findings.

Skills

Attention to detail

Ability to read technical drawings

Knowledge of quality standards

Understanding of inspection methods

Experience with Microsoft Office

Experience with SAP ERP

Education

Technical certificate or diploma

Tools

Inspection tools (gauges, calipers, etc.)

SAP ERP System

Job description

Job Description

Your Impact

The Inspection Technician is responsible for inspecting both manufactured and supplied materials to ensure they meet required quality, safety, and regulatory standards. The role focuses on identifying defects, non-conformances, and potential risks, and reporting findings accurately to support corrective actions and continuous improvement.

What you will do as an Inspection Technician

• Perform routine and non-routine inspections of materials, components and equipment
• Verify compliance with specifications, drawings, standards, and regulatory requirements
• Use inspection tools and equipment (e.g., gauges, calipers, micrometers, test instruments, OGP, CMM)
• Identify defects, deviations, or safety hazards and document findings clearly
• Record inspection results in reports, logs, or digital systems (where required)
• Communicate inspection outcomes to supervisors, engineers, or quality teams
• Support root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions
• Ensure inspection activities comply with health, safety, and environmental procedures

• Maintain calibration and proper use of inspection equipment
• Assist with audits and quality reviews when required
• Supporting Quality Assurance teams in the compilation of FAI Work packages

What you’ll bring

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications
• Knowledge of quality standards (e.g., ISO 9001, AS9100)
• Good understanding of inspection and testing methods
• Must have good experience in use of Microsoft Office Software as a minimum.
• Previous use of SAP ERP System (or equivalent) is preferred

Qualifications & Experience

• Technical certificate, diploma, or equivalent experience in a relevant field
• Previous experience in inspection, quality control, or technical operations (preferred)
• Industry-specific certifications (e.g., NDT Level 1/2, CSWIP, IPC, or equivalent certifications) may be required or advantageous
• Familiarity with inspection software or reporting systems is a plus
• Previous use of Inspection equipment (e.g. CMM and OGP) advantageous

This is not an exhaustive list, and we are keen to hear from you even if you might not have experience in all the above. The most important skill is a good attitude and willingness to learn.

Security Clearance

This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government’s Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, this could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance please visit https://careers.uk.leonardo.com/gb/en/security-and-vetting

Why join us

At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work‑life balance. Whether you're looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we’re here to help you thrive.

• Time to Recharge: Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year.
• Secure your Future: Benefit from our award‑winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution.
• Your Wellbeing Matters: Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee‑led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity).
• Rewarding Performance: All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme.
• Never Stop Learning: Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning.
• Refer a friend: Receive a financial reward through our referral programme.
• Tailored Perks: Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more.
• Flexible working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us about what might be possible for this role.

For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website.

Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. Our employees are not just part of a team—they are key contributors to shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety.

At Leonardo we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. We believe that a diverse workforce sparks creativity, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes for our people and our customers. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, just let us know.

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Primary Location: GB - Southampton

Contract Type: Permanent

Hybrid Working: Onsite