Quality Inspector
Permanent
Location: Portsmouth (Airport Service Road area, PO3)
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
* Teamwork
This 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
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