Quality Inspector - Aerospace (Manual Inspection)
Location: South West UK (On-site)
Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 + benefits
I'm currently recruiting for a leading aerospace precision engineering business who are looking for a Quality Inspector to join their established team. This role is primarily manual inspection, ensuring aerospace components meet tight tolerances and customer specifications.
The Role:
- Carry out first-off, in-process, and final inspections on precision-machined aerospace components.
- Use a wide range of manual inspection equipment (micrometers, verniers, gauges, shadowgraphs, height gauges, etc.) to verify quality.
- Operate CMMs for measurement and inspection when required.
- Interpret engineering drawings and specifications, including GD&T.
- Record inspection results accurately and maintain full traceability of documentation.
- Support FAIR (First Article Inspection Report) activity when needed.
- Collaborate with machinists and engineers to resolve quality issues at source.
What You'll Need:
- Experience as a Quality Inspector within aerospace, precision engineering, or a similar high-precision industry.
- Strong skills in manual inspection using micrometers, verniers, and gauges.
- Ability to operate CMMs (basic programming desirable but not essential).
- Solid understanding of engineering drawings and geometric tolerancing (GD&T).
- Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality.
Desirable:
- Aerospace or defence sector background.
- Knowledge of FAIRs and AS9100 standards.
- Apprenticeship or qualifications in mechanical/precision engineering.
Hours & Benefits:
- 37 hours per week (Mon-Thu 07:30-16:00, Fri 07:30-12:30).
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays.
- Company pension scheme, health & wellbeing plan, life insurance.
- Cycle-to-work scheme.
This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on Quality Inspector with strong manual inspection skills to join a respected aerospace manufacturer. The company offers stability, long-term career prospects, and a competitive salary package.
If you're an experienced inspector looking for your next move, apply today or get in touch for more details.
