Trainee Inspector

Location

Denham, Middlesex

Salary

Competitive with benefits

Application Deadline

Friday, January 9, 2026

Job Summary

Why work for Martin-Baker

A career in aerospace with a British engineering firm that is saving lives worldwide. When you work at Martin-Baker, you're providing pilots with their last form of defence.

Martin-Baker is the world's leading manufacturer of ejection seats, helping to protect aircrew in the world's most advanced military aircraft. Our mission is simple - to save aircrew lives.

What you'll be doing

Join us on this mission as a Trainee Inspector working in our Inspection Good In Department at our Denham site. You'll be undertaking an inspection training regime under the guidance of the Inspection Training Partner, learning a variety of processes for product verification of parts and components whilst ensuring that all Inspection activities are delivered efficiently in accordance with the production schedule.

Aspects of the role include to:

• To train and become competent in a variety of testing and inspection of components using a variety of processes and techniques.
• Accurately interpret component drawings/test procedures and relevant information so that, part numbers, drawing issues, relevant ADR's, process specification and surface finishes can be accurately identified and applied.
• To generate, maintain inspection documentation in accordance with the relevant Company Quality Assurance policy.
• Using SAP to accurately record all work in progress.
• To handle materials, goods, and components appropriately to comply with safety regulations and handling/machining.

Characteristics & Skills

• Basic PC skills i.e. Microsoft Office.
• Good standard level of education e.g. GCSE Math, English and Physics.
• Strong communication skills – both verbal and written.
• Willingness to learn new skills.
• Attention to detail.

At Martin-Baker you'll have the opportunity to work alongside experts who will help you to obtain a wide understanding of an engineering business, and you'll develop new skills and gain a strong industry experience.

Your benefits in detail

• Highly competitive 9% non-contributory pension scheme
• 4x salary Life Assurance (18+)
• Lunchtime finishes every Friday.
• Personalised training and development plan.
• Cash Healthcare Plan.
• 25-days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Opportunity to purchase additional annual leave after qualifying period.
• Workplace Nursery Benefit scheme.
• Cycle to work scheme including e-bikes after qualifying period.
• Martin-Baker Discounts Platform.
• Subsidised Canteen

We believe in equal opportunity. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone is respected. We want you to be able to do your best work.

Martin-Baker is a signatory to the Armed Forces Covenant, showing our support and commitment to our Armed Forces and their families, proudly supporting those who serve.

All candidates will be treated equally and fairly, regardless of their background, or any characteristic protected by law. Candidates will be selected entirely on their skills and competencies and in alignment with each role's specifications and / or requirements. All published adverts will be aligned with the Company's Diversity and Inclusion commitment.

This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government's Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). For more information and guidance please visit https://martin-