Quality Inspector - Space Industry (Portsmouth)
Contract | Inside IR35 | Permanent Option Available
We are supporting a major customer in the space sector and seeking a Quality Inspector to ensure satellite components meet stringent quality standards. This role is based on-site in Portsmouth and involves inspection of electrical/electronic components in a cleanroom environment, ensuring compliance with ECSS standards.
Key Responsibilities
* Conduct inspections per ECSS-Q-ST-70-08, 28, 38 or latest ECSS-Q-ST-70-61.
* Verify flight hardware and test setups against design and quality rules.
* Ensure 'as built as design' validation and support environmental/H&S controls.
* Monitor cleanliness, contamination, and ESD control.
* Identify and report non-conformities; support root cause analysis.
* Promote a quality-first mindset and continuous improvement.
* Support documentation, rework approvals, and flight packing.
Essential Skills & Experience
1. ECSS certification from an ESA-approved training school.
2. 3+ years in space, aerospace, or military electronics.
3. Expertise in high-reliability electronics, RF products, and surface mount assembly.
4. Familiarity with CAD, CAM, SAP, a...