Job Title: Quality Inspector - Aerospace (Manual Inspection)
Location: South West UK (On-site)
Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 + benefits
TEC Partners are working with a well-established and growing aerospace manufacturer based in the South West who are expanding their Quality department. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Quality Inspector to join a business that takes pride in precision, innovation, and excellence in aerospace component manufacturing.
You'll be joining a collaborative team dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of product quality and safety. The role is heavily focused on manual inspection, playing a crucial part in ensuring all aerospace components meet stringent tolerances, customer specifications, and industry regulations.
The Role:
- Conduct first-off, in-process, and final inspections of precision-machined aerospace components.
- Use a wide range of manual inspection tools (micrometers, verniers, gauges, shadowgraphs, height gauges, etc.) to confirm compliance with specifications.
- Operate CMMs for measurement and inspection tasks when required.
- Interpret and work confidently from engineering drawings and specifications, including GD&T.
- Record inspection data accurately, ensuring complete documentation traceability.
- Support the generation and review of First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs).
- Work closely with machinists, engineers, and production staff to identify and resolve quality issues at source.
What You'll Need:
- Proven experience as a Quality Inspector within aerospace, precision engineering, or another high-precision manufacturing environment.
- Proficiency with manual inspection tools and measurement equipment.
- Ability to operate CMMs (basic programming knowledge advantageous but not essential).
- Strong understanding of engineering drawings, geometric tolerancing (GD&T), and technical standards.
- Excellent attention to detail, analytical mindset, and a genuine commitment to maintaining quality excellence.
Desirable Skills & Experience:
- Background in the aerospace or defence sectors.
- Familiarity with FAIR processes and AS9100 quality standards.
- Formal apprenticeship or relevant qualifications in mechanical or precision engineering.
Hours & Benefits:
- 37 hours per week (Mon-Thu 07:30-16:00, Fri 07:30-12:30)
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Company pension scheme, health & wellbeing plan, and life insurance
- Cycle-to-work scheme
This is a fantastic opportunity for a hands-on Quality Inspector who thrives on precision and responsibility. You'll be joining a respected aerospace manufacturer that values its people, offers long-term career prospects, and provides a competitive salary and benefits package.
Interested in learning more? Apply today or contact Chris for a confidential conversation.
