Job Description Proof Inspector Derby Full Time – 2 shift rotas What you will be doing: An exciting oppo rtu nity has aris en with the Precision casting facility for a Proof Inspector. The Precision Casting Facility manufactures single crystal and directionally solidified turbine blades for civil aerospace. As a Proof Inspector, you’ll be responsible for the proof inspection of blades / fixtures and associated equipment in relation to blade inspection, working to blade, tooling, manufacture and finish drawings. You will be expected to work the following 2 Shift Rotation: Mon – Thurs 6am – 2pm, Friday 6am – 12 noon. Mon – Thurs 1pm – 8.30 pm, Fri 11 – 5pm Responsibilities: In this role you will be to programme a Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) thorough MCOSOMOS Mitutoyo software, to enable the creation of calibration programmes for fixtures, model blades, Op proving and FAIR programmes to validate the production inspection processes, in addition to : Will be to programme 3D structured light system (GOM ScanBox ) and analyse the data using Polyworks IMInspect software for supporting calibration, tooling, reference data collection, and FAIR programme support to validate the production inspection process. Work closely with Operations and Engineering in order to ensure work prioritisation and timely shop floor support with CMM and GOM asset and programmes troubleshooting as. Using inspection and sine tables, ball pins, slip gauges, various micrometers, verniers, height gauges, etc. Making in-depth calculations; trigonometry and mathematical formula, using a calculator. Carry out First Article Inspection (FAI) on all new blades, using ‘free’ table set ups in order to prove the integrity of production and inspection fixtures. Meeting all blade inspection standards, Quality Assurance Standard (QAS) audit of blade records, storing and recording master blades. Conforming to expect inspection and quality disciplines. Have personalised stamp for records purposes. Why Rolls-Royce? At Rolls-Royce we are proud to be a business that has truly helped to shape the modern world and are committed to always being a force for progress; powering, protecting and connecting people everywhere. Within Rolls-Royce, you'll have the opportunity to work on world-class solutions, supported by a culture that believes individuality is our greatest strength, and all perspectives, experiences and backgrounds help us innovate and enable our high-performance culture. Who we’re looking for: Being a part of Rolls-Royce, you’ll know we embrace agility, are bold, pursue collaboration and seek simplicity in everything we do. These principles form our values and behaviours and are an essential component of our assessment process and are fundamental qualities that we seek for all roles. To be successful in this role you will need to meet the following criteria: Completed an advanced modern engineering apprenticeship* and an NVQ/SVQ/City & Guilds Level 3 or equivalent qualification. Experience in Operating and Programming CMM machines. Experience in programming in Polyworks or other CAD software. Casting, Machining and Tooling Drawing Appreciation including geometric and dimensional tolerancing (ASME & ISO Standards). Trigonometry calculations including compound angles. First Principles Measurement using sine tables, height gauges, sine bars and slip gauges etc. *Please attach a copy of your certificate as proof of completing a recognised apprenticeship together with/next to your CV, we will not be able to process your application without this! Join us & help Rolls-Royce to become a high-performing, competitive, resilient business. Please be aware that the priority will be given to employees identified as being at high risk. The professional level and salary of the position will be dependent on the skills and experience of the successful candidate but is anticipated to be Derby Works DDH 4. This job is advertised at the grades shown, and this is the desired operating level for this role. We encourage applications from candidates with relevant experience from any grade. It is advised that you inform your current manager of your application for this role. You can learn more about our global Inclusion strategy here. Grade: Derby Works DDH 4 Closing Date: 7 th April 2026 For further information please contact: Paul Bairstow Recruiter: Andy Walsh – andy.walsh2@Rolls-Royce.com Job Category Factory Staff Posting Date 25 Mar 2026; 00:03 Posting End Date 07 Apr 2026