Junior Quality Engineer in Hayes

Junior Quality Engineer

Engineering | Manufacturing

An established manufacturing business is seeking a Junior Quality Engineer to support quality and inspection activities across production. This role is ideal for someone with around 1 year’s experience in an aerospace or precision engineering environment who is looking to develop a long-term career in quality.

You will work closely with experienced quality professionals and gain exposure to inspection, quality documentation, and aerospace quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out dimensional inspection of aerospace components

• Inspect components against 2D engineering drawings and work instructions

• Use hand-held measuring equipment such as verniers, micrometers, and gauges

• Support first-off and in-process inspections

• Assist with completion of quality and inspection reports

• Support final inspection activities prior to despatch

• Help maintain calibration and control of inspection equipment

• Assist with housekeeping, 5S, and quality compliance activities

• Support continuous improvement and quality initiatives

Experience & Skills Required

• Around 12 months’ experience in a quality or inspection role within:

  • Aerospace, or

  • Precision engineering / manufacturing

• Ability to read and understand 2D engineering drawings

• Basic understanding of tolerances and inspection principles

• Experience using hand-held measuring equipment

• Good attention to detail and a quality-focused mindset

• Willingness to learn and develop within a quality engineering function

Desirable (Not Essential)

• Exposure to aerospace quality standards (e.g. AS9100 / ISO9001)

• Basic knowledge of GD&T

• Any exposure to FAIRs, first-offs, or SPC

• CMM awareness or training

Personal Attributes

• Positive and proactive attitude

• Reliable, methodical, and eager to learn

• Comfortable working in a production environment

• Good communication and teamwork skills

Working Hours

• 37.5 hours per week

• Monday to Friday, 07:00 – 15:00