GKN Aerospace is reimagining air travel: going further, faster and greener! Fuelled by great people whose expertise and creativity sets the standards in our industry, were inspired by the opportunities to innovate and break boundaries. Were proud to play a part in protecting the worlds democracies. And were committed to putting sustainability at the centre of everything we do, opening up and protecting our planet. With over 16,000 employees across 33 manufacturing sites in 12 countries we serve over 90% of the worlds aircraft and engine manufacturers and achieved sales of £3.35 2023. There are no limits to where you can take your career.

Due to a continued growth in business,we have an exciting and career defining opportunity for aLevel 2 NDT Technicianto join the teaminWestern Approach. This site is an International Centre of Excellence in composite wing structure design and production, manufacturing composite wing spars and Fixed Trailing Edge assemblies for some of the world's most popular aircrafts.

The successful applicant will inspect and evaluate the A350XWB and A400M carbon wing spars and their associated components throughout the manufacturing process.

These inspections will utilize semi-automated and manual phased array and conventional pulse echo ultrasonic testing techniques.

You will work a 7 day fortnight shift pattern 06:00am - 18:00pm as below - which includes 28% shift allowance:

Read all the information about this opportunity carefully, then use the application button below to send your CV and application.
Week 1: Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Satuday, Sunday

Week 2: Wednesday, Thursday

In this position, you will carry out Semi-Automated, Manual Phased Array and Manual Pulse Echo Ultrasonic Inspection of carbon fibre composite wing spars and associated components.

• Compliance with all Health & Safety requirements
• Maintenance of aerospace quality standards
• Provide support as required to the NDT Level 3
• Communicate with customers and suppliers as required
• Provide reports on Non-Destructive Testing matters

To help us make a difference, youll bring your passion, expertise and enthusiasm for what you do along with the following skills, experience, qualifications and attributes:

• Have documented evidence of classroom training and work experience hours sufficient to gainEN4179 Level 2 qualificationin the Ultrasonic Inspection of carbon fibre composites
• Ability to read engineering drawings and be mathematically proficient in the utilisation and transposition of various formulae

In addition to:

• Understanding of composite manufacture gained in the Aerospace industry
• Understanding and adherence to aerospace quality standards
• A Team player with the ability to work alone in the continuous improvement of NDT processes and documentation
• Willing to work at customer sites as required

Once you're on board you'll get the following perks and benefits:

• A Competitive salary + 28% Shift Allowance
• Industry Leading Pension Scheme = well match your contributions up to 8% on a 1 : 1.5 basis (GKN Contribution up to 12%)
• Life Assurance 8 x salary
• 187.5 hours holiday + bank holidays
• Income protection
• Shopping discounts
• Cycle To Work Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• A collaborative, dynamic working environment

As well as a competitive package well offer you a world of opportunity. We want to see your career fly! Well support your career progression by providing you with learning and development opportunities. That's the beauty of being part of a global business, once you're on board you never know where you career journey may take you!

Well offer you fantastic challenges and amazing opportunities. This is your chance to be part of an organisation that has proven itself to be at the cutting edge of our industry; and is committed to pushing the boundaries even further. And with some of the best training on offer in the industry, who knows how far you can go?

A Great Place to work needs a Great Way of Working

Everyone is welcome to apply to GKN. We believe that we can only achieve our ambitions through a coming together of diverse minds who enjoy collaborating in an inspirational environment. Through our commitment to diversity, inclusion and belonging and by living our five powerful principles weve created a culture where everyone feels welcome to contribute. Its a culture that won us The Best Workplace Culture Award. By embracing and celebrating what makes us unique we encourage everyone to bring their full self to work.

Were also committed to providing an accessible recruitment process, so if you require reasonable adjustments at any stage during our recruitment process please get in touch and let us know. xbpsjku

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