At a Glance
- Tasks: Inspect and verify aerospace components to ensure they meet high-quality standards.
- Company: Join a growing SME specialising in high-precision aerospace components.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, overtime pay, pension, healthcare, and mental health support.
- Other info: Supportive culture with opportunities for ongoing training and career growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the aerospace industry with cutting-edge technology.
- Qualifications: Experience in CMM inspection and strong knowledge of engineering drawings required.
The predicted salary is between 36000 - 42000 £ per year.
Location: Chard Junction Salary: 36-42K, dependent on experience + benefits Type: Full-time, Permanent
About the Company
We are a well-established and growing SME, based in Chard, specialising in the manufacture of high-precision, safety-critical aerospace components. Our products support leading global aerospace programmes, and we are committed to maintaining the highest standards of quality, compliance, and continuous improvement. Due to continued growth, we are seeking a skilled and motivated CMM Technician to join our quality team.
The Role
As a CMM Technician, you will play a key role in ensuring all aerospace and other industries components meet stringent customer, regulatory, and internal requirements. You will be responsible for inspection, verification, and reporting of critical dimensional characteristics in line with AS9100 accreditation and customer standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Programme and operate CMM equipment (Axiom, Azimuth, Extol, Baty).
- Conduct first-off, in-process, and final inspection of precision aerospace components.
- Interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, and specifications.
- Produce and review inspection reports and FAIR documentation (AS9102).
- Support root‑cause analysis and corrective actions for non‑conformances.
- Work closely with production, engineering, and quality teams to drive improvements.
- Ensure compliance with AS9100, ISO 9001, and customer aerospace standards.
- Maintain calibration and traceability requirements.
- Assist with audits and continuous improvement activities.
Skills and Experience
- Proven experience in a CMM inspection role within aerospace or precision engineering.
- Strong knowledge of GD&T and engineering drawing interpretation.
- Experience with CMM programming (Aberlin software).
- Familiarity with first article inspection (AS9102).
- Understanding of measurement tools such as micrometers, verniers, shadowgraphs, and gauges.
- Mechanical techniques, allowing problem solving off the CMM.
- Knowledge of root cause and problem‑solving tools.
- High attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Apprenticeship or relevant engineering/quality qualification.
- Experience in machining or manufacturing environments.
- Knowledge of SPC, MSA, and continuous improvement methods.
- Experience with NADCAP or special process controls.
- ISIR, FAI and PPAP experience.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary based on experience.
- Overtime and shift premiums (where applicable).
- Pension and Healthcare scheme.
- Mental health and wellbeing scheme.
- Ongoing training and career development.
- Supportive SME culture with real opportunities to grow.
- Modern working environment with advanced inspection equipment.
How to Apply
If you are a dedicated CMM Technician looking to join a growing aerospace business and work on critical, high-value components, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV to Andrew@metal-tech.com (QHSE Manager).
MPL Quality inspector employer: Metaltech Precision Ltd
At our Chard Junction facility, we pride ourselves on being a supportive SME that values quality and continuous improvement in the aerospace sector. We offer competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits including a pension and healthcare scheme, and a culture that fosters ongoing training and career development, ensuring our employees have real opportunities to grow within a modern working environment equipped with advanced inspection technology.
