Electrical Inspector - IPC
QA / Test & Inspection
Location: Ampthill, Bedfordshire
Contract: Fixed Term - 12 months
Salary: £40,000 - £45,000
37.5h, 4-day working week Monday to Thursday
About the Role
Responsible for the inspection and electrical testing of in-process and completed products, including cable assemblies, wire harnesses, electronic units, and electromechanical assemblies. Ensures products meet customer specifications, engineering drawings, quality standards, and internal procedures through visual inspection, measurement, and functional testing.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform visual and electrical inspections to verify product conformity.
- Conduct tests including continuity, bonding, and resistance measurements.
- Use inspection and test equipment such as Digital Multimeters, ohmmeters, gauges, and measuring tools.
- Interpret engineering drawings, specifications, work instructions, and inspection checklists.
- Identify, document, and manage non-conforming product in accordance with quality procedures.
- Accept, reject, or recommend rework of products based on inspection results.
- Ensure compliance with IPC-A-610, IPC/WHMA-A-620, and ESD handling requirements.
- Support both high-volume cable manufacturing and low-volume, bespoke, or investigative work.
- Maintain accurate inspection records and support continuous improvement activities.
Required skills, qualifications and experience
Essential Skills & Experience
- Knowledge of IPC/WHMA-A-620 standards for cable and wire harness assemblies.
- Understanding of ESD control and handling of sensitive electronic products.
- Experience using electrical measurement equipment, including Digital Multimeters and ohmmeters.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- Ability to follow standard operating procedures and work instructions accurately.
- Basic fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
- Good communication and teamwork skills.
Desirable Skills & Experience
- Knowledge of IPC-A-610 standards for electronic assemblies.
- Experience with ATE programming and testing.
- Experience using SAP or similar ERP systems.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Business Environment
Lockheed Martin (UK) Ampthill is a rapidly changing, dynamic part of the Lockheed Martin Corporation with both domestic and international customers. It consists of business areas focusing on Platform Integration, Ground Based Air Defence, Special Projects and Weapons, which provide a variety of products and services to the Ministry of Defence and other customers. We are looking for talented individuals to join the company, in return we offer an exciting and challenging career path and excellent work/life balance with a 4 day week (Mon-Thurs) and flexible working arrangements.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Lockheed Martin is committed to upholding principles of equal opportunity, fostering a work environment that is aligned with our core values of integrity, respect, and exceptional performance. We recognize the importance of leveraging the unique talents and experiences of all our employees to drive innovation, deliver superior solutions, and maximize value for our customers. Our focus is on identifying the most qualified candidate for each role, regardless of their background. If you are interested in a position, we invite you to share how your skills and perspectives could bolster our team and encourage you to apply, even if you feel your qualifications do not fully meet all the job criteria outlined in our advertisement. Furthermore, Lockheed Martin is dedicated to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive for all individuals. We are prepared to accommodate reasonable adjustments for applicants as needed. If you require assistance or adjustments to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact recruitment@global.lmco.com.