Defence FAIR Inspector — First Article & Dimensional QC

Arabelle-Services-UK-Ltd; Rugby; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Arabelle Solutions in Rugby is seeking a qualified FAIR Inspector to support UK Defence programmes. You will perform First Article Inspections, review drawings and certifications, and complete FAIR documentation to ensure conformance to AS9102 and customer requirements.

You’ll use Faro Arms, micrometers, calipers, height gauges, and other inspection tools, collaborating with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Quality teams to drive quality throughout the manufacturing process.

Qualifications

• Apprenticeship, HNC/HND, or equivalent experience in Engineering, Manufacturing, Inspection, or Quality.
• Experience working within a manufacturing inspection or quality environment.
• Experience completing or supporting First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs).
• Knowledge of AS9102 First Article Inspection requirements.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Experience using precision measuring equipment and dimensional inspection techniques.
• Strong attention to detail and record-keeping skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform First Article Inspections in accordance with AS9102 and customer requirements.
• Complete and validate FAIR documentation for manufactured products and assemblies.
• Review engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Conduct first-off, in-process, and final inspections.
• Verify product conformity against drawings and customer requirements.
• Use precision measuring equipment including Faro Arms, micrometers, calipers, height gauges, shadow graphs, and other inspection equipment.
• Review material certifications, process certifications, and manufacturing records.
• Ensure inspection results are accurately recorded and maintained.
• Support investigations into non-conforming products and quality issues.
• Work collaboratively with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Quality teams to resolve inspection-related issues.
• Support continuous improvement activities within the Quality function.

Skills

Dimensional inspection

GD&T interpretation

First Article Inspection

Engineering drawing reading

Documentation and records

Attention to detail

Education

Apprenticeship or equivalent in Engineering/Quality

HNC/HND in Engineering

Tools

Faro Arms

Micrometers

Calipers

Height gauges

Shadow graphs

PC-DMIS software

Job description

Arabelle Solutions in Rugby is seeking a qualified FAIR Inspector to support UK Defence programmes. You will perform First Article Inspections, review drawings and certifications, and complete FAIR documentation to ensure conformance to AS9102 and customer requirements.

You’ll use Faro Arms, micrometers, calipers, height gauges, and other inspection tools, collaborating with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Quality teams to drive quality throughout the manufacturing process.