Quality Inspector

Safran; Gloucester; Teletrabalho; GBP 37 000 - 45 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Competitive salary and annual bonus

25 days' holiday + bank holidays

Flexible working options

Pension (matched up to 8%) and life...

Professional development and ongoing培训

Onsite amenities: parking, restaurant,

Family-friendly workplace policies

Resumo da oferta

Safran Gloucester is seeking a Quality Inspector to oversee inspections of landing gear components and related assemblies. You will ensure compliance with specifications, document results, and support EASA sign-off processes.

The role requires an Apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3 in a relevant discipline and extensive inspection experience, with shifts across rotating patterns. Starting salary is £40,649 with improvements after training and excellent shift premiums.

Qualificações

• Apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3 in a relevant discipline, plus extensive inspection experience.
• Strong knowledge of quality systems and problem-solving techniques.
• Ability to work independently and make informed decisions with confidence.
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset.

Responsabilidades

• 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.

Conhecimentos

Inspection experience

Quality systems knowledge

Independent decision making

Communication skills

Flexibility with shifts

Formação académica

Apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3 (relevant discipline)

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Quality Inspector

Vacancy details

General information

Entity

Safran is an international high-technology group operating in the fields of aerospace (propulsion, equipment and interiors), space and defense. Its mission is to contribute sustainably to a safer world, where air transport becomes ever more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Present on every continent, the Group employs 110,000 people and generated €31.3 billion in revenue in 2025. Safran holds, either independently or through partnerships, leading global or European positions in its markets.

Safran was ranked second in the Aerospace & Defense sector in TIME magazine's ""World's Best Companies 2025"" ranking.

Safran Landing Systems is the world leader in landing gear, wheels & brakes, and associated systems for civil and military aircraft and helicopters. We master the entire lifecycle of our products, from design and manufacturing through to maintenance. Did you know that every second, somewhere in the world, an aircraft lands using one of our systems?

Would you like to grow in an international, stimulating and supportive environment within a human-sized company? Join us! Become one of our 8,000 passionate employees worldwide.

Don't meet 100% of the requirements? That's not a barrier for us. Above all, we're looking for creative and committed people!

Reference

2026-179568

Position description

Domain

Production

Job field / Job profile

Manufacture assembly and repair - Inspection

Job title

Quality Inspector

Employment type

Permanent

Professional category

Employees / Staff

Part time / Full time

Full-time

Job description

Quality Inspector

Gloucester

Shifts: rotating

Starting salary: £40,649 (increasing after training) + excellent shift premiums!

Safran – Here, we craft excellence together.

At Safran, excellence is a journey – and we'd love you to be a part of it. As a trusted global leader in aerospace, defence, and space, we are proud to be a company where diversity, innovation, and opportunity come together to shape a sustainable future where we can all succeed together through a shared vision.

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.

You'll be at the forefront of ensuring quality and compliance for our landing gear components. From LRUs and sub-assemblies to complete MLGs, 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.

But what else? (benefits, specificities, etc.)

Why Work at Safran? Your Wellbeing & Benefits:

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:

• 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

Candidate skills & requirements

What you'll bring

• Apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3 in a relevant discipline, plus extensive inspection experience (essential)
• Strong knowledge of quality systems and problem-solving techniques.
• Ability to work independently and make informed decisions with confidence.
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset to coach and support others.
• Adaptability and flexibility to work across multiple shift patterns, including weekends.

We know that some candidates may be put off applying for jobs where they don't meet 100% of the criteria outlined in the advert. We encourage anybody to apply if you candemonstratea variety of skills and experience relevant to the requirements of this role. Please let us know if you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to the hiring process thatmay betterfacilitateyour participation.

Why Safran?

A global presence: Be part of a global aerospace, defence & space business with over 100,000 Colleagues, across 300 sites in 30 countries.

Inclusive & empowering environment: We celebrate our differences and believe they make us stronger. We know that a fulfilling work environment is a key driver for innovative ideas and team success.

Innovation at the core: Join our mission to decarbonise aerospace and make the world a safer place. Your ambitions can take us further.

Mobility & training opportunities: We can support your ambitions with training, development, a personalised career plan and mobility opportunities. If you have big dreams, we'll support you to make them a reality.

A culture of excellence: Join a team that values collaboration, integrity, and continuous improvement. Whatever your background, together we aim for excellence.

Get involved:

We also have a number of groups and forums across our sites that you can get involved with, including Women at Safran, Diversity at Safran, Sports Clubs, STEM ambassadors, Employee Forum, Charity Partnerships and Wellbeing Programs.

Position location

Job location

Europe, UK, England, South West

City (-ies)

Gloucester (OEM)