Production Operative - Banbury
Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defence industry. Created in 2018 by bringing together Rockwell Collins and UTC Aerospace Systems, Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio and expertise to solve customers' toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market.

The high quality products we design, test and produce in our Mechanical Systems help millions of passengers reach their destinations safely - every day! From landing systems and actuation to propellers, flight controls and hoist and winch - the products we manufacture work together behind the scenes to enhance the overall flight experience. We delight our customers with superior products and best-in-class service. Our global team is committed to continuous improvement - we work hard to make our solutions lighter-weight, stronger and more technically advanced, so that plane travel can be safer, more affordable and more sustainable in the years to come. We are looking for the best and brightest to fly and land with us!

Collins Aerospace makes modern flight possible. Of course, that wouldn't be possible without the capabilities and technologies of our organization, as well as our engineers - a highly skilled, accomplished network that spans more than 180 sites, 24 countries and 6 Strategic Business Units (SBUs).

Our industry-leading experts are setting the standards for the aerospace industry and paving the way for the future. But as new challenges present themselves, we need fresh, creative and motivated minds to overcome these hurdles, help us break barriers and achieve new levels of innovation. Do you have what it takes to join a global, diverse organization that doesn't shy away from big opportunities? If so, we invite you to join our ranks and create the next generation of aerospace technologies.

Together, we will nurture an engineering culture that values intellectual curiosity, risk takers and integrity. A place where we will challenge ourselves, our teams, and the status quo and where we will work to find a way - the right way - to achieve what others can only dream of.

As a Production Operative you will:
In this role you will:

• Reviews test procedure sheets, specifications and product acceptance criteria to determine test specifications
• Prepares techniques and scan plans
• Operates Ultrasonic test equipment which includes:
• Calibration of equipment per requirements
• Scanning product by immersion methods
• Evaluates results of inspection
• Sets up and operates computerised inspection equipment. Able to run and interpret C-Scan reports
• Able to interpret and explain A-Scan signal
• Maintain a clean and tidy work environment at all times and observe good housekeeping practices.
• Ensuring QA procedures for production are complied with at all times

Job Holder Requirements:

• Current Ultrasonic NDT Level 2 EN4179
• Good communication skills
• Highly motivated with a keen ability to use own initiative
• Ability to write reports and procedures.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form
• Ability to be able to read, understand and create SOP's (work instructions)
• Ability to read, understand and reference to VDD's
• Ability to identify and be able to question sub-standard process/product
• Problem solving techniques and ability to work on own initiative. (Logical and systematic approach)
• PC Literate & Numeracy literate
• Must be flexible and willing to learn new skills

Desirable:

• Previous manufacturing inspection experience beneficial
• Knowledge of composite materials
• A good knowledge of systems and procedures and a motivation to use systems and procedures to drive efficiency and improvement

As part of the legal requirement to comply with international trade controls, we require all candidates to successfully complete a Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) check including criminal record checks. In addition we will check the identity of all employees against various government denied party lists prior to making a formal offer of employment.