Quality Inspector - Aerospace

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 7 May 2026
LOCATION
Weymouth
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
CATEGORY
Manufacturing
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SKILLS

Engineering drawings interpretation GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) FAIRs to AS9102 CMM operation Faro Arm Inspection equipment (micrometers, verniers, shadowgraphs) SPC interpretation Root cause corrective action

FULL DESCRIPTION

Quality Inspector - Aerospace

Location: Weymouth, Dorset | Salary: Negotiable | Type: Permanent

Job Description

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is recruiting for a meticulous and experienced Quality Inspector to join an aerospace manufacturing team. You will play a critical role in ensuring that all components meet strict customer specifications and industry standards, contributing directly to product safety and quality.

Key Duties

  • Perform first off, in-process, goods inwards and final inspection against engineering drawings and specifications.
  • Complete First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs) to AS9102 standards.
  • Work in line with and support AS9100 Quality Management Systems.
  • Carry out roving inspection across production areas.
  • Inspect and release vital and flight safety parts and associated documentation packs.
  • Use a wide range of inspection equipment including micrometers, verniers, plug and thread gauges, shadowgraphs, height gauges, CMMs, Faro Arms, surface testers, Equator systems and Keyence.
  • Interpret and react to SPC and process capability data.
  • Support root cause corrective action and continuous improvement activities.
  • Maintain a clean, organised and compliant work environment.
  • Ensure all work is carried out in line with training, authorisations and QMS requirements.
  • Communicate inspection findings clearly to senior management and cross-functional teams.

Requirements

  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
  • Strong understanding of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing).
  • Experience completing FAIRs to AS9102 standard.
  • Apprenticeship or equivalent qualification preferred.
  • Experience inspecting complex aerospace components preferred.
  • Familiarity with advanced inspection equipment such as CMMs and Faro Arms preferred.
  • Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

What We Offer

  • Day shift (39 hours per week): Monday-Thursday 7.30am-4.30pm, Friday 7.30am-12.30pm.
  • Night shift (46 hours per week): Monday-Thursday 6pm-6am.

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