Aerospace Inspector — Immediate Start, Permanent Role

gforce employment + recruitment; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Immediate start

Growth opportunities

Job summary

G Force Recruitment is seeking an experienced Inspector for a permanent role in the Blackburn area within an established aerospace manufacturing business. The role focuses on independent inspections of structural aircraft components, ensuring adherence to drawings, specifications and tolerances with objective, evidence-based decisions.

The successful candidate will have aerospace inspection experience, familiarity with composites, and the ability to work independently while collaborating with

Qualifications

• ONC/HNC/NVQ Level 3 in Engineering/Aerospace/Manufacturing.
• Experience as an Inspector in aerospace manufacturing.
• Experience inspecting aircraft body or structural components.
• Understanding of composite materials (glass fibre and carbon).
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications and tolerances.
• Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach.

Responsibilities

• Carry out dimensional and cosmetic inspections on aerospace components.
• Inspect wet lay-up, glass fibre and carbon structural aircraft parts.
• Review drawings, specifications, and tolerances to verify conformance.
• Identify defects, discrepancies and areas for investigation.
• Compile snagging information and inspection findings for records.
• Ensure decisions are based on objective evidence and documented requirements.
• Support transition and handover of inspection activities.
• Collaborate with manufacturing and quality teams to maintain high standards.

Skills

Quality

Inspection

Manufacturing

Aerospace

Education

ONC/HNC/NVQ L3 - Engineering/Aerospace/Manufacturing

Job description

G Force Recruitment is seeking an experienced Inspector for a permanent role in the Blackburn area within an established aerospace manufacturing business. The role focuses on independent inspections of structural aircraft components, ensuring adherence to drawings, specifications and tolerances with objective, evidence-based decisions.

The successful candidate will have aerospace inspection experience, familiarity with composites, and the ability to work independently while collaborating with