Full job descriptionAre you an experienced Aerospace Inspector, Quality Inspector or Mechanical Inspector looking to join a well-established precision engineering manufacturer?
An exciting opportunity has become available for a Blades Inspector Operative to join a busy quality team inspecting high-precision aerospace components. This role would suit someone with experience inspecting complex precision-engineered parts within an aerospace or highly regulated manufacturing environment.
Working within a modern manufacturing facility, you’ll play a key role in ensuring components meet exact customer specifications while supporting continuous improvement and maintaining the highest quality standards.
The RoleAs a Blades Inspector Operative, you will be responsible for carrying out dimensional and visual inspections on aerospace components throughout the manufacturing process.
Your responsibilities will include:
*Carrying out first-off, in-process and final inspection of aerospace blades and precision components
*Performing detailed dimensional and visual inspections to customer specifications
*Reading and interpreting engineering drawings, specifications and GD&T
*Using a variety of inspection equipment including:Recording inspection results accurately and completing quality documentation

*Micrometers
*Verniers
*Height Gauges
*Shadowgraphs
*CMM equipment (where applicable)

*Identifying non-conforming products and raising quality concerns
*Supporting root cause investigations and corrective actions
*Working closely with production and engineering teams to maintain product quality
*Following quality procedures, work instructions and health & safety requirements
*Supporting continuous improvement initiatives across the inspection department
We’re looking for someone with experience as an:
*Aerospace Inspector
*Quality Inspector
*Mechanical Inspector
*CMM Inspector
*Precision Engineering Inspector
*Manufacturing Inspector
You’ll ideally have:
*Previous inspection experience within aerospace or precision engineering manufacturing
*Experience inspecting parts within a similar sector
*Ability to confidently interpret engineering drawings and geometric tolerancing (GD&T)
*Experience using precision measuring equipment
*Knowledge of first-off, in-process and final inspection processes
*Experience identifying and managing non-conforming products
*Excellent attention to detail
*Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively
*A proactive approach to quality and continuous improvement
Desirable*FLT Licence or previous FLT experience
*First Aid or Fire Marshal training
*Previous aerospace quality inspection experience
What’s on Offer*Permanent position
*Stable and growing manufacturing business
*Opportunity to work on high-value aerospace products
*Overtime available
*Shift allowance
*Ongoing training and development