*Get up to £1,600 a month for accommodation if you do not live within 30 miles from Bolton. Full apprenticeship required - this role is eligible to UK nationals and citizens only.

The UK's trusted Ministry of Defence partner, MBDA, are looking for a Mechanical Inspector to be part of the certification team to authorise the product in line with the product certification procedure near the Stevenage site.

What you'll get to do as a Mechanical Inspector:

Examining for correct assembly and the finish of all parts to detect faulty finishing or painting, deterioration of surfaces etc.
Inspect for physical damage and intermediate inspection checks non product certification
Monitor product certification operators and check and complete all paperwork associated with the manufacturing data pack
Control defect items via segregation from good product
Raise and maintain relevant data records/defect reports
Produce relevant inspection/quality control documentation/history sheets
Care for and use specialised inspection tools
Maintain product certification and approval via regular audits
Ensure compliance with all associated procedures applicable to the manufacturing process
Ensure inspection times are met
Operate a versatile skill base with the capability to apply these skills across a range of tasks
Maintain to the highest level, workmanship standards and product quality
Maintain a safe working environment
Maintain a good housekeeping policy
Willing to contribute to an environment of process improvement.

What we're looking for:

Formal technical engineering/craft apprenticeship to NVQ Level 3/TR23/TR21or HNC - Several years' experience as a skilled person - IPC 610 certified / trained preferred.
Apprenticeship is essential.
Significant mechanical inspection experience is required.
You must be a UK national or citizen to be eligible for the role.

More about the role:

MBDA's relationship with the UK military spans back over 70 years. They have delivered countless landmarks in defence engineering, supplying vital defence capability to meet the needs of the armed forces over land, sea, and air.

This role is based at MBDA's headquarters near Stevenage, which plays a key part in missiles operations. The site also offers excellent transportation links. Training and development are provided to all employees.

Guidant Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.