First Article Inspector

Verify Europe; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace inspection company seeks a Quality / First Article Inspector for a full-time role in Wolverhampton. The ideal candidate will have significant hands-on inspection experience, specifically with First Article Inspections to AS9102 standards. Responsibilities include interpreting engineering drawings, conducting inspections, and preparing inspection reports. Strong communication skills and teamwork are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in aerospace quality inspection, specifically FAI.
• Strong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Good working knowledge of manual inspection tools.
• Experience within an AS9100 quality system.
• Familiarity with CMMs or automated inspection systems is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Interpret engineering drawings and GD&T requirements.
• Conduct dimensional and visual inspections of aerospace components.
• Perform AS9102 First Article Inspections and prepare FAIRs.
• Produce clear and accurate inspection reports.
• Work with engineering and production teams to resolve quality issues.

Skills

Hands-on inspection experience

Reading and interpreting engineering drawings

Communication skills

Teamwork

Tools

Manual inspection tools (micrometers, verniers, height gauges)

CMM systems (Zeiss Calypso)

Job description

Seeking an Aerospace Quality / First Article Inspector to be based on-site supporting a customer programme in Wolverhampton, working full-time, Monday to Friday. The ideal candidate will have hands‑on inspection experience within aerospace and be confident performing First Article Inspections (FAI) to AS9102 standards.

The support will include:

• Interpretation of engineering drawings and GD&T requirements
• Dimensional and visual inspection of complex aerospace components
• Conducting AS9102 First Article Inspections and preparing FAIRs
• Use of manual and automated inspection equipment
• Support with CMM inspection activities (Zeiss Calypso experience advantageous)
• Producing clear and accurate inspection reports
• Working with engineering and production teams to resolve quality issues
• Supporting inspection needs during NPI phases

Experience requirements:

• Previous experience in aerospace quality inspection (FAI experience essential)
• Strong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Good working knowledge of manual inspection tools (micrometers, verniers, height gauges, etc.)
• Experience within an AS9100 quality system
• Familiarity with CMMs or automated inspection systems advantageous
• Strong communication skills and ability to work in a team environment
• Able to prioritise workload and meet deadlines
• Based within a commutable distance of Wolverhampton

The role falls inside IR35