Quality Inspector

Safran UK; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Annual bonus

Pension

Flexibility with shifts

Onsite facilities

Job summary

Safran UK is seeking a Quality Inspector in Gloucester to ensure compliance of landing gear components from documentation through EASA sign-off. The role requires inspection experience and a strong knowledge of quality systems.

You will work in a collaborative team, support production schedules, and drive continuous improvement while adapting to rotating shift patterns. Starting salary is 40,649 with additional shift premiums.

Qualifications

• 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 to coach and support others.
• Adaptability and flexibility to work across multiple shift patterns, including weekends.

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.

Skills

Inspection experience

Quality systems

Problem-solving

Communication

Independent decisions

Education

Apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3

Job description

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.

Quality Inspector
Gloucester
Shifts: rotating

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

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.

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

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 can demonstrate a 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 that may better facilitate your participation.