Cartridge & Rocket Motor Technician

Cartridge and Rocket Motor Technician
Location: Chalgrove, Oxfordshire
Contract Type: Full-time | Permanent
Shift-based from January 2026
Standard hours until the end of 2025

Be part of a mission that saves lives.

Imagine going to work each day knowing your skills directly contribute to protecting aircrew flying the world’s most advanced military aircraft. That’s the mission you’ll be part of as a Cartridge and Rocket Motor Technician within our friendly and supportive Operations team.

Based in Chalgrove, Oxfordshire, this is your opportunity to join a pioneering company at the cutting edge of aerospace safety technology.

What You’ll Be Doing

You’ll work hands-on with some of the most critical components in our life-saving technology. Your responsibilities will include:

  • X-Ray Inspection – Using digital radiography (DR) and CT to detect anomalies or incorrect assembly in cartridge and rocket motor systems.
  • Proof Testing – Setting up and firing cartridges and motors to ensure reliability, followed by data analysis.
  • Leak Testing – Measuring helium escape rates using mass spectrometry to strict limits.
  • Visual Inspection – Ensuring all products meet exact engineering specifications.
  • Cartridge Assembly – Following precise instructions to assemble category 1 cartridges.
  • Part Marking & Packing – Ensuring everything is correctly marked and packed according to regulatory standards.
  • Manufacturing Support – Transporting materials, assisting with tooling, and supporting production needs.
  • Collaboration – Working alongside engineers, quality teams, stores, and production control to solve problems and drive performance.

Your Work Schedule

  • Now to End of 2025:
    Standard hours:
    Monday to Thursday – 08:00 to 16:45
    Friday – 08:00 to 12:00

  • From January 2026:
    Shift pattern:
    4 days on / 4 days off
    08:00 to 17:30 (177 shifts per year, including bank holidays)
    Shift allowance applies from 2026 onward.

Who We’re Looking For

We’re seeking proactive, detail-driven individuals who enjoy technical challenges and working in a team. You’ll bring:

  • Experience in a similar NDT or technical role
  • Strong data analysis and self-inspection skills
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and route cards
  • Level 1 ASNT Radiography certification (desirable)
  • Experience with digital X-ray systems and mass spectrometry (desirable)
  • Familiarity with inspection procedures, ATPs, and QAI standards (desirable)

 

What you’ll get:

  • Highly competitive 9% non-contributory pension scheme
  • 4x salary Life Assurance (18+)
  • Personalised training and development plan
  • Healthcare Cash Plan
  • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (until the swap to shift)
  • Occupational Health team
  • Workplace Nursery Benefit scheme
  • Cycle to work scheme including e-bikes
  • Martin-Baker Plus (Discounts Platform)
  • Finish at 12pm (until the swap to shift)

Apply online now, or please call Francesca on 07510928317 for more details!