Jobs in Locks Heath

Quality Inspector

Permanent

Location: Portsmouth
Department: Quality Assurance
Reporting to: Quality Engineer

About the Opportunity

We are recruiting on behalf of an established aerospace manufacturing business that supplies high‑quality, safety‑critical products to the commercial and defence aerospace sectors.

The organisation has a strong heritage in manufacturing excellence and operates to the highest quality and compliance standards. Their workplace culture is built around core values that guide daily operations and long‑term success:

Passion
Accountability
Adaptability
Integrity
TeamworkThis is an excellent opportunity to join a business committed to developing mission‑critical aerospace equipment and supporting the future of safety‑enhancing, cost‑effective solutions.

Role Overview

On behalf of our client, we are seeking a Quality Inspector to join their Quality Assurance team. The role involves working as part of a team of inspectors to verify products against engineering drawings, technical specifications, and defined quality criteria, in line with international aerospace standards.

The successful candidate will support a fast‑paced manufacturing environment and play a key role in ensuring product conformity and customer satisfaction throughout various stages of build.

Key Responsibilities

Inspect sub‑assemblies and major products across multiple build stages
Verify product conformity against engineering drawings, specifications, and quality criteria
Use a range of measuring equipment to assess compliance
Work closely with production teams to identify non‑conformances
Ensure inspection activities align with aerospace standards and customer requirements
Support continuous improvement within the Quality function

Mandatory Requirements

Ability to interpret engineering drawings and written specifications
Proven experience inspecting products against defined criteria using measuring equipment
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work effectively with cross‑functional teams
Previous experience in an aerospace manufacturing environment
Good understanding of Quality Assurance within aerospace manufacturing

Desirable Experience & Skills

Knowledge of AS9100, AS9102, and CAA Part 21G standards
Previous quality inspection experience within aerospace
Familiarity with aerospace manufacturing processes

Preferred Qualifications

Relevant Engineering and/or Quality qualifications (highly advantageous)

Working Hours

Monday - Thursday: 07:30 - 16:15
Friday: 07:30 - 16:00
Every other Friday is a non‑working day (9‑day fortnight)

Compensation & Benefits

Generous salary sacrifice pension scheme
Competitive company sick pay entitlement
Access to retail discounts via Perks at Work
Employee Assistance Programme
Health 365 - 24/7 healthcare access via Spectrum Life
Cycle to Work Scheme