Job Description:
SECURITY CLEARANCE: Must have or be able to obtain security clearance eligibility to access UK Ministry of Defence establishments, working within ITAR and Export Control restrictions
LOCATION: Brize Norton, Carterton, Oxfordshire
TYPE: Full time
HOURS: 35 - Shift - 6am to 1pm - 12pm to 7pm (1 week rotation)
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU
* Financial Reward: Competitive salary, annual profit share, contributory pension, share options, car leasing scheme, free onsite parking, season ticket loan, tax-free technology scheme, discounted shopping and much more
* Work / Life Balance: 35 hour week, option to buy/sell holiday
* Personal Development: Personalised development plan, and unlimited access to 10,000+ E-learning courses, internal mobility including international opportunities
* Health & Wellbeing: Wellbeing benefits (including 24/7 online GP and mental health support), Employee Assistance Programme, discounted family health / dental insurance / eye tests, cycle-to-work scheme
* Family and Caregiving: Life assurance, enhanced pay for maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave and caregiving
* Inclusive Environment: Wellbeing room, Multi-faith room, Employee Representative Groups (Gender, LGBTQ+, International, Generational, Disability, Social & Cultural Diversity, Neurodiversity)
Our world is changing. And so are we. From our commitment to zero-carbon flight () to,. So what's your next change?
Our contract at Brize Norton with the MOD states we will provide a continuous service to cover 24 hours, 7 days a week and 365 days a year to the Royal Air Force, to maintain and ensure airworthiness of their fleet of aircraft.
We are seeking a meticulous and detail-oriented Quality Inspector to join our dynamic logistics team. In this critical role, you will be the gatekeeper for our quality standards, ensuring every component meets the stringent requirements of the aerospace industry before it enters our Part 145 stores.
Reporting to the Logistics Manager, you will have ultimate responsibility for the end-to-end quality inspection of all materials. Your diligence will guarantee that only fully compliant parts enter our supply chain and reach the end-user, directly contributing to our reputation for safety and excellence.
HOW YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE TO THE TEAM
* Conducting detailed receipt and evaluation inspections of complex aerospace components and assemblies against technical drawings and pre-set inspection plans.
* Ensuring strict compliance with all internal quality procedures, airworthiness control plans, and Quality Management System (QMS) requirements.
* Applying your aerospace expertise to verify that all products conform to MAA/FAA/EASA Part 145 specifications and other industry standards (ATLAS, CASA…).
* Maintaining and verifying meticulous records for material batch and manufacturer traceability.
* Issuing and managing Discrepancy Reports (DRs) and Non-Conformances (NCRs), and actively assisting in the resolution of supplier quality issues.
* Serving as a key representative for the Quality department in internal meetings, working committees, and modification programs.
ABOUT YOU
* Regulatory Knowledge: Deep understanding of aviation regulations, particularly EASA Part 145, and quality standards like AS9100.
* Quality Processing: Skilled in documenting inspections, managing material traceability, completing Certificates of Conformity (CofC) and processing non-conforming parts.
* Key Attributes: Possesses exceptional attention to detail, unwavering integrity, and clear communication skills to collaborate with technical and logistics teams.
* Interpreting Technical Documents: The ability to accurately read, interpret, and follow complex technical documentation, including engineering drawings (blueprints), inspection plans, technical specifications, and international standards.
* Documentation and Reporting: Meticulous record-keeping skills, with experience in completing inspection reports
* Non-Conformance Management: Experience in identifying, documenting, and processing non-conforming products using Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) or Discrepancy Reports (DRs). This includes physically segregating parts in a quarantine area.
* Traceability Management: A thorough understanding of how to maintain and verify material batch and manufacturer traceability, which is critical in the aerospace industry.
* FOD & Counterfeit Part Prevention: Knowledge of industry best practices for preventing Foreign Object Debris (FOD) and identifying suspected unapproved or counterfeit parts.
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HOW WE CAN SUPPORT YOU
Many of our staff work flexibly in many different ways, including part-time. Please talk to us at the interview about the flexibility you need and we’ll always do our best to accommodate your request.
Please let us know if you need us to make any adjustments for the selection process – you can share this with your Talent Acquisition Partner if you are invited to interview. Examples may include (but not exclusive to) accessible facilities; auxiliary aids; room layout, etc. Any information disclosed will be treated in the strictest confidence.
As a Disability Confident Employer, Airbus UK will offer an interview to any applicant that considers themselves to have a disability or long-term condition and meets the minimum criteria of the role (as set out in the job advert). To ‘opt in’, just select the option during your application submission and our Talent Acquisition team will contact you.
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This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.
Company:
Airbus Operations Limited
Employment Type:
Permanent
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Experience Level:
Professional
Job Family:
Quality Inspection