IPC Electrical Inspector — 4‑Day Week, Precision QA

Lockheed Martin; Ampthill; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4 day week

Job summary

Lockheed Martin Ampthill in the United Kingdom is seeking an Inspector to perform electrical testing and visual inspection of cable assemblies, wire harnesses, and electronic units. You will verify conformance to drawings, customer specs and quality standards through tests and measurement in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

Responsibilities include interpreting drawings, documenting non-conforming product, and ensuring IPC-A-610 and IPC/WHMA-A-620 compliance.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of IPC/WHMA-A-620 for cable assemblies.
• Understanding of ESD control and handling of sensitive products.
• Experience using electrical measurement equipment (DMM/ohmmeter).
• Strong attention to detail and quality.
• Ability to follow SOPs and work instructions.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Experience with IPC-A-610 standards.
• Experience with SAP or ERP systems.
• Ability to perform in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform visual and electrical inspections to verify product conformity.
• Conduct tests including continuity, bonding, and resistance measurements.
• Use inspection equipment such as Digital Multimeters, ohmmeters, gauges.
• Interpret drawings, specifications, work instructions and inspection checklists.
• Identify, document and manage non-conforming product.
• Accept, reject, or recommend rework based on results.
• Ensure IPC-A-610, IPC/WHMA-A-620, and ESD requirements compliance.
• Support high-volume cable manufacturing and low-volume bespoke work.
• Maintain inspection records and support continuous improvement activities.

Skills

IPC/WHMA-A-620 knowledge

ESD control

DMM/Ohmmeter use

Visual inspection

SOP compliance

Fault finding

Teamwork

SAP ERP familiarity

Manufacturing exp

Tools

SAP

Job description

Lockheed Martin Ampthill in the United Kingdom is seeking an Inspector to perform electrical testing and visual inspection of cable assemblies, wire harnesses, and electronic units. You will verify conformance to drawings, customer specs and quality standards through tests and measurement in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

Responsibilities include interpreting drawings, documenting non-conforming product, and ensuring IPC-A-610 and IPC/WHMA-A-620 compliance.