Company Profile
Company Overview
Smiths Detection provides government regulated technology products and advanced services to security experts and governments worldwide, to detect and identify CBRNE material and other dangerous or illegal objects. We diversify our technology portfolio to benefit other markets.
Smiths Detection offers advanced integrated security solutions based on trace detection equipment, X-ray screening systems and other proven and developing technologies. Our systems safeguard those in the front line and the public at large; protecting buildings and transport systems; screening everything from a ticket to a truck.
Our detection equipment is used by military forces and public service workers who need to be equipped for chemical agent detection and biological warfare agent identification; by staff responsible for airport security, transportation security and critical infrastructure security; by customs officers responsible for contraband detection and cargo security (based on x-ray screening), and by the emergency services.
Smiths Detection is a world leader in transportation security, notably airport x-ray systems used in the search for illegal and dangerous items or for explosives detection in checked baggage, hand-baggage or on passengers themselves. Our specialist software supply business allows the management of large sensor and video surveillance networks.
Separate business units focus on related products for the life sciences, veterinary and food manufacturing industries.
Smiths Detection is part of Smiths Group, the global technology business.
Company History
The History of Smiths Detection
Smiths Detection is one of five operating divisions of Smiths Group, a global technology company, listed on the London Stock Exchange that serves the detection, healthcare and specialty engineering markets, making the world safer, healthier and more productive. Smiths Group employs 22,000 people and has facilities in 50 countries.
Since 1997, Smiths Detection has brought together global technology leaders in many key markets, creating a world leading business. In 2003 it became a separate operating division of Smiths Group.
Benefits
Smiths Detection is dedicated to protecting the quality of life for the world at large - and to enhancing the lives of our invaluable professionals, with a comprehensive selection of excellent benefits. Here is a summary of what we can offer you and your family:
Comprehensive Benefits:
Medical/Prescription Drug Plans
Dental plan options
Vision care plan
Employee life/AD&D options
Optional spouse and dependent life insurance
Long-term disability
Short-term disability
Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
401 (k) with company match
Retirement account plan
Holidays
Paid time off
Tuition reimbursement
Smiths In Shape gym-membership reimbursement
Employee assistance program
Credit union
Corporate discount programs
Only regular, full-time employees of Smiths Detection are eligible for benefits.
The above list is provided as a summary only. Please see plan documents and company policies for detailed information. All benefits are subject to change. In the event of conflict between this summary and the plans, the terms of the plans shall govern.