At a Glance
- Tasks: Inspect precision components in aerospace engineering and ensure quality standards are met.
- Company: Established precision engineering company with a focus on aerospace and defence.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, early Friday finish, overtime, and supportive work environment.
- Other info: Long-term secure position with training and development opportunities.
- Why this job: Join a growing team and make a real impact in the aerospace industry.
- Qualifications: Experience in quality inspection and strong dimensional inspection skills required.
The predicted salary is between 47250 - 57750 £ per year.
Quality Inspector – Aerospace Engineering
Hayes, West London Up to £55,000 per annum + Overtime Days | 39 Hours Per Week | Early Friday Finish
An established and growing precision engineering company in Hayes is looking for an experienced Quality Inspector to join its inspection team on a permanent basis.
The company operates a busy subcontract machining facility producing precision components for demanding industries including Aerospace, MOD and Commercial Engineering.
With continued investment, a strong order book and further growth planned, this is an excellent opportunity for an experienced inspector looking for a secure, long-term position within a well-established engineering business.
As an Aersoapce Quality Inspector you will be responsible for
- You'll be responsible for inspecting precision machined components throughout the manufacturing process, working closely with the machining and production teams to ensure components meet drawing and customer requirements.
- The position will involve a combination of manual dimensional inspection and CMM inspection, with access to a well-equipped inspection department.
- First-off, in-process and final inspection of precision machined components
- Dimensional inspection using verniers, micrometers, height gauges and other conventional measuring equipment
- Setting and operating CMM inspection equipment
- Reading and interpreting detailed engineering drawings
- Checking components against tight tolerances and customer specifications
- Recording inspection results and maintaining relevant quality documentation
What We're Looking For in the succesful Aerospace Quality Inspector
We're looking for somebody with a strong background in Quality Inspection within a precision engineering or CNC machining environment.
You don't need to tick every box.
A strong precision engineering inspector with excellent conventional inspection skills and the right technical background will still be considered, particularly if you're looking to further develop your CMM experience.
Ideally, as a the succesful aerospace Quality Inspector you'll have
- Previous experience inspecting CNC machined or precision engineered components
- Strong dimensional inspection skills
- Confidence working from technical engineering drawings
- Good understanding of tolerances and precision measurement
- Experience using conventional inspection equipment
- CMM experience would be highly advantageous
- Ability to set and operate CMM equipment would be particularly beneficial
- CMM programming experience would be a strong advantage
- Experience within Aerospace, Defence/MOD or another high-precision industry would be beneficial
- Knowledge of GD&T and First Article Inspection would also be advantageous
What's On Offer?
- Competitive salary up to £55,000, depending on experience
- 39-hour working week
- Permanent day shift
- Early finish every Friday
- Overtime available
- Varied precision engineering work
- Well-maintained machinery and inspection equipment
- Long-term, secure position with a growing order book
- Training and development where required
- Holiday entitlement
- Company pension
- Sick pay
- On-site parking
- Friendly and supportive working environment
This position would suit an experienced Quality Inspector, Mechanical Inspector, CNC Inspector, CMM Inspector or Precision Engineer looking for a stable days-based position within a growing precision engineering business.
Apply now for further information and a confidential discussion
Quality Inspector - Aerospace Engineering in Hayes employer: Olive and Cedar Recruitment Ltd
Join a well-established transport and logistics business in Trafford Park, where you'll thrive in a dynamic and supportive work environment. With a down-to-earth culture and a close-knit team, you'll enjoy opportunities for personal growth while managing your own workload in a fast-paced role. Benefit from competitive pay, generous annual leave, and a commitment to employee wellbeing, making this an excellent place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
Contact Details:
Olive and Cedar Recruitment Ltd Recruitment Team
