Final Inspector

RTX (Raytheon); Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Flexible benefits

Discounts with major retailers

Pension scheme

Job summary

Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, is seeking a skilled Final Inspector in Wolverhampton. You will read engineering drawings, assist production to hit targets, and support lean activities while maintaining strict quality control.

Role requires experience in final inspection and the use of precision measuring tools, with training opportunities and a strong pension and private medical insurance program. This onsite position offers solid benefits and career development within a global aerospace

Qualifications

• Experience in final inspection and quality control.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and assembly guidelines.
• Experience working to high tolerance and using precision measuring tools.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret engineering drawings and assembly guidelines.
• Work with the production team to meet project targets and deadlines.
• Support ACE activities (5S, TPM, Turnbacks, Clinics).
• Maintain LOT traceability and quality control.
• Continue training to welding certification requirements.
• Ensure working environment is clean, organised and compliant with company standards.
• Comply with Environmental Health & Safety requirements.

Skills

Final inspection

High tolerance

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Education

NVQ/City & Guilds or equivalent vocational qualification

Tools

Verniers

Digital calipers

Measuring gauges

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-06

Country: United Kingdom

Location: Wolverhampton, Wolverhampton

Position Role Type: Onsite

Joining Collins Aerospace isn't just about finding a job; it's about embarking on a journey to redefine the future of aerospace technology.

Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio, and expertise to solve customers' toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market.

What You Will Do

• Read and interpret engineering drawings and assembly guidelines
• Work with the production team to meet project targets and deadlines
• Support ACE activities (5s, TPM, Turnbacks, Clinics)
• Maintain LOT traceability and quality control
• Continue ongoing internal and external training to welding certification requirements
• Ensure working environment is clean, organised and company standards
• Comply with all Environmental Health & Safety requirements

What We Offer

• Support towards training and development.
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays.
• Private medical insurance.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Flexible benefits (buy & sell holiday allowance, discounted gym memberships).
• Discounts with a number of major retailers.
• A fantastic pension scheme which operates a double match up to 10%.

What You Will Learn

• Professional Development : Access to company-paid certifications and training programs, mentorship and guidance from industry leaders, leadership opportunities, spearhead exciting high-impact projects and initiatives. Continuous Learning and Innovative culture, where curiosity is encouraged and supported.
• Experience : Industry specifics/insights, practical/hands-on skills that will be gained, exposure to the latest tools and technologies in the industry.

Qualifications We Prefer

• NVQ/City & Guilds or similar vocational qualification in fabrication, mechanical or engineering subject (Time served will also be considered depending on relevant experience)
• Proven experience in Final Inspection
• Experience with inspecting Steel and Aluminium products l
• Experience working to high tolerance
• Familiarity with precision tools such as verniers, digital calipers or measuring gauges
• Experience in aerospace, motorsport or similar industries is advantageous but not essential
• Strong attention to detail and problem solving skills

Power & Controls: We make modern flight possible for millions of travelers and our military every second. Our major product lines are on-board virtually every aircraft flying. Be it keeping passengers safe with our emergency power generation systems or creating a positive in flight experience through reliable cabin pressure controls and quieter engines, Power & Controls focuses on delivering a best-in-class experience to our customers. We hire the top people in the industry. Their ideas drive our performance, and their integrity keeps our customers happy. Join us as we take flight!

RTX adheres to the principles of equal employment. All qualified applications will be given careful consideration without regard to ethnicity, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.