Quality Inspector - Composites

Composite Quality Inspector\\nPortsmouth, Hampshire\\nFull-time | Permanent / Contract options available\\n\\nWe’re supporting a well-established composite manufacturing business in Portsmouth that produces high-quality components for demanding engineering sectors. Due to continued growth, they’re now looking to add an experienced Composite Quality Inspector to their quality team.\\n\\nThis role would suit someone with a strong eye for detail, solid composites knowledge, and confidence working to aerospace-level quality standards.\\n\\nThe Role\\n\\nYou’ll be responsible for ensuring all composite parts meet required specifications and quality standards, carrying out both in-process and final inspections.\\n\\nKey responsibilities include:\\n\\n * \\n\\n Performing in-process and final inspection of composite parts, sub-assemblies and finished products\\n\\n * \\n\\n Identifying defects such as delamination, fibre misalignment, voids, surface imperfections and bonding issues\\n\\n * \\n\\n Using precision measuring equipment including calipers, micrometers, height gauges, CMM and laser tracking systems\\n\\n * \\n\\n Interpreting engineering drawings, ply books and specifications, including GD&T requirements\\n\\n * \\n\\n Verifying compliance with manufacturing processes, work instructions and quality standards (AS9100 / ISO 9001)\\n\\n * \\n\\n Completing inspection documentation, NCRs and quality reports within QMS systems\\n\\n * \\n\\n Working closely with production and engineering teams to investigate and resolve quality issues\\n\\n * \\n\\n Supporting First Article Inspection (FAI), PPAP activities and internal/external audits\\n\\nAbout You\\n\\nIdeally, you’ll bring:\\n\\n * \\n\\n 2+ years’ experience in a composite quality inspection role\\n\\n * \\n\\n Good understanding of composite manufacturing processes such as hand lay-up, resin infusion, RTM and autoclave\\n\\n * \\n\\n Experience working to aerospace or high-spec quality standards (AS9102, NADCAP, ISO)\\n\\n * \\n\\n Strong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications\\n\\n * \\n\\n Experience using inspection software such as PolyWorks and quality documentation systems\\n\\n * \\n\\n A methodical, detail-driven approach with strong communication and problem-solving skills\\n\\nIf you’re a Quality Inspector with composites experience and you’re looking for a stable role within a busy Portsmouth-based manufacturer, this is a great opportunity to join a growing team producing high-quality work