Quality Inspector

Company Overview

Our client is a long-established precision engineering business with a heritage dating back to 1938. They specialise in manufacturing ultra-tight tolerance, high-complexity components for aero-engine, power generation and airframe applications, including legacy programmes.

With extensive in-house capability across machining, NDT, heat treatment, pressure testing and specialist cleaning, they maintain full control over quality, lead times and process consistency. They also support legacy spares and reverse engineering projects where components are no longer in production.

The Role

Working within a small, busy inspection team, you will be responsible for inspecting small to medium-sized aerospace components to ensure full compliance with drawing specifications and customer requirements.

Key Responsibilities

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Inspection and measurement of precision components using a range of metrology equipment

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Interpretation of engineering drawings, technical data and GD&T

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Development and maintenance of inspection plans

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Control and management of non-conforming product

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Conducting internal investigations using 8D, 5 Why and related quality tools

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Supporting internal and external audits, including customer and regulatory audits

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Liaising with production and internal departments on quality matters

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Maintaining high levels of accuracy in a fast-paced environment

Skills & Experience Required

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Experience inspecting precision components within aerospace or a similar engineering environment

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Strong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and geometric tolerancing

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Working knowledge of SPC and core quality tools

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Experience using structured problem-solving methods such as 8D and 5 Why

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Strong communication skills and ability to prioritise inspection activities effectively

SALARY & BENEFITS

* Competetive Salary (DOE)

* 37 hours per week

* Monday – Thursday: 07:30 am – 16:00 pm

* Friday: 07:30 am – 12:30 pm

* High Profile Aerospace projects

* Overtime on Fridays from 12:30 pm to 16:00 pm paid at 1.5x

* Overtime readily available

* Need to hold a British passport to get clearance on classified projects

* Career progression, training & development