Mechanical Inspector Location: Chalgrove, Oxfordshire (Commutable by car from Oxford, Thame, Aylesbury, Abingdon, Didcot, Wheatley, Wallingford, Henley-on-Thames, High Wycombe, Bicester) Salary: Up to £32,500 per annum + benefits Start Date: ASAP (notice periods considered) This role would also be suitable for candidates with strong experience using handheld inspection tools (verniers, callipers), confidence reading engineering drawings, and a background in precision manufacturing environments such as aerospace, defence, or automotive. Syntech Recruitment is working with a highly respected UK aerospace and defence manufacturer, known for producing safety-critical, life-saving equipment. This is an excellent opportunity to join a clean, modern manufacturing facility offering long-term stability, strong benefits, and a genuine focus on quality. As a Mechanical Inspector, you ll play a key role in ensuring precision-engineered components meet stringent aerospace and defence standards before release. Mechanical Inspector Benefits Salary up to £32,500 (depending on experience) Overtime paid at 1.5x (typically 5 10 hours per week) Non-contributory pension (9%) Healthcare plan and life assurance Annual bonus (1 3% of salary, including overtime) Early Friday finish for improved work life balance Work on safety-critical aerospace components Clean, modern working environment Long-term permanent role with development opportunities Mechanical Inspector Responsibilities Inspectin