Goods In Quality Inspector - Aerospace Precision Components
Bristol
Full-time | Permanent
Working Hours Monday-Thursday 7.30am-4pm Fri 7.30am-12.30pm
Salary >£29k DOE + generous holiday entitlement + pension (including salary sacrifice), cycle to work and EV scheme, Simple Health Level 3
About the Role
We are recruiting for an experienced Goods In Quality Inspector to join a busy aerospace manufacturing environment, working within a skilled quality team focused on the inspection of small to medium-sized precision aerospace components.
This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in precision engineering, manufacturing inspection, goods-in inspection, or aerospace quality inspection, who can ensure full compliance to customer specifications. The role also offers the opportunity to develop CMM inspection skills through training and progression.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Conduct detailed inspection and measurement of precision aerospace components using a wide range of manual and advanced measuring equipment
- Interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications, and GD&T requirements
- Develop and maintain quality inspection plans
- Manage non-conforming products and support corrective actions
- Conduct internal non-conformance investigations using quality tools such as 8D and 5 Why
- Support internal, customer, and regulatory audits
- Assist with the development and implementation of new measuring equipment
- Support incoming goods inspection activities and help establish best practice for incoming inspection processes
- Provide flexible inspection support across the wider quality function
- Ensure ongoing compliance with AS9100 Rev D and customer-specific standards
- Liaise closely with production, engineering, and internal departments on quality-related concerns
- Support continuous improvement initiatives across the inspection function
What We’re Looking For
- Practical experience inspecting precision engineered components
- Strong understanding of engineering drawings and GD&T
- Knowledge of SPC and process quality tools
- Experience with quality methodologies such as 8D and 5 Why
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills
- Ability to prioritize workload in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
- Team player with flexibility and proactive attitude
Desirable
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in aerospace quality inspection
- AS9100 / ISO9001 audit knowledge
- Experience with CMMs and profile tracers
- Knowledge of NADCAP special processes
- Calibration knowledge
- Engineering or quality-related qualifications
