New job: Quality Engineer Salary: Competitive, depending on experience Location: Hayes, Greater London Job Type: Full-time, Permanent An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Quality Engineer to join a precision engineering and manufacturing environment in Hayes. This role is ideal for someone with strong inspection experience and a keen eye for detail, looking to support high-quality production standards in Hayes. About the Role The Quality Engineer based in Hayes will be responsible for ensuring products meet strict aerospace and manufacturing quality requirements. The role involves hands-on inspection, use of precision measurement tools, and supporting first article and compliance documentation within a busy production environment in Hayes. Key Responsibilities * Carry out detailed inspection of machined and manufactured components in Hayes * Use precision measuring equipment including verniers, micrometers, height gauges, and other inspection tools * Operate and interpret results from CMM (Coordinate Measuring Machine) inspections * Compile and review AS9102 First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs) * Support incoming, in-process, and final inspection activities across production in Hayes * Identify non-conformances and support root cause analysis and corrective actions * Ensure compliance with aerospace and customer quality standards in Hayes * Work closely with production and engineering teams to resolve quality issues About You The ideal Quality Engineer for this Hayes role will have: * Strong experience in inspection within a manufacturing or aerospace environment * Confident use of gauges, verniers, micrometers, and inspection tools * Understanding of AS9102 and experience producing FAIRs * Experience using CMM equipment (programming or operation) * Strong attention to detail and methodical working approach * Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings * Good communication skills and a proactive attitude * Experience in quality assurance or inspection in Hayes or similar environments Benefits * Competitive salary based on experience * Career development and training opportunities * Stable, full-time position in Hayes with long-term progression potential If you are a detail-focused Quality Engineer looking for a hands-on inspection role in Hayes, this is an excellent opportunity to build your career in a specialist manufacturing environment