Goods Inwards Inspector

ultra; Cheltenham; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

25 days holiday (± options)

Life assurance 4x salary

Pension scheme - employer contribution

Job summary

Ultra Precision Control Systems is seeking a Goods Inwards Inspector at Eaton MSD Cheltenham to ensure incoming materials meet aerospace quality standards before release to production.

You will verify CoC, certificates, test reports, and maintain traceability while using measurement tools and supporting audits within a collaborative quality team.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a quality/inspection role within aerospace/defence or precision engineering.
• Strong understanding of engineering drawings, tolerances and materials.
• Knowledge of AS9100 aerospace documentation (CoC, FAIR, traceability).
• Competent with mechanical inspection tools and gauges.
• Excellent attention to detail and documentation discipline.
• Able to communicate cross-functionally and support audits.

Responsibilities

• Inspect incoming goods against drawings, specs, POs and quality requirements.
• Verify CoC, material certifications, test reports and traceability records.
• Use inspection tools (verniers, micrometers, height gauges, CMM) to collect data.
• Record NCRs and communicate issues to Quality and Supply Chain teams.
• Maintain calibration of tools and document results for traceability.
• Support internal and external audits with accurate inspection records.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain, Quality Engineering and Production to resolve issues.

Skills

Aerospace inspection

AS9100 knowledge

Geometric tolerances

CMM data interpretation

Documentation discipline

Cross-functional communication

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

We are Ultra Precision Control Systems

Ultra PCS is a leading developer of mission and safety critical equipment in the defence and aerospace industry. Our team of experts are at the heart of our success, which is why we are dedicated to fostering a safe working environment and a positive culture where every staff member feels valued and respected.

We solve our customers' problems, providing engineering solutions to safety and mission critical challenges in the air and on the ground. Our solutions can be found in the latest military aircraft and vehicles, in civil aircraft, and in unmanned vehicles.

We help to ensure our customers get to where they need to be safely, achieve their objectives and keep on going back.

Flexible Working

Wherever possible, we will consider a variety of working options to suit your lifestyle, whether that be hybrid home/office working, flexible working and part or full time employment. It's the 'innovating' and 'empowering' values that we ASPIRE to be. We welcome the challenge to work in new ways and have trust in you when getting the job done because we recognise, our business is our people.

Job Description

Eaton MSD Cheltenham are looking for a Goods Inwards Inspector to ensure that all incoming materials, components, and assemblies supplied to the organisation meet required aerospace quality, regulatory, and contractual standards before being released into production. The role safeguards product integrity maintains compliance with aerospace quality systems (e.g., AS9100), and prevents non conforming material from entering the manufacturing process.

Key Responsibilities:

• Inspection & Verification
  • Perform dimensional, visual, and documentation inspections on incoming goods against engineering drawings, specifications, purchase orders, and quality requirements.
  • Verify supplier documentation such as Certificates of Conformance (CoC), material certifications, test reports, FAIRs (AS9102), and traceability records.
  • Use a range of inspection tools, including verniers, micrometers, height gauges, CMM outputs, and other calibrated equipment.
  • Identify, segregate, and record non‑conforming materials in accordance with company quality procedures.
• Quality Control & Compliance
  • Ensure all inspections comply with AS9100, customer-specific requirements, and internal quality standards.
  • Support internal and external audits by providing accurate and complete inspection records.
  • Maintain effective control of calibrated tools and verify they are within valid calibration periods.
  • Contribute to quality improvement initiatives and root cause analysis for supplier issues.
• Data Management & Reporting
  • Accurately record inspection results in the company ERP/MRP or quality management system.
  • Raise non‑conformance reports (NCRs) and communicate issues promptly to Quality and Supply Chain teams.
  • Maintain organised records of incoming inspections for traceability and audit readiness.
• Collaboration & Communication
  • Work closely with Supply Chain, Quality Engineering, Production, and Suppliers to resolve inspection and documentation issues.
  • Provide feedback to the Purchasing team on supplier performance and recurring non‑conformances.
  • Support continuous improvement in the Goods Inwards process.
  • Provide feedback to the Purchasing team on supplier performance and recurring non‑conformances.
  • Support continuous improvement in the Goods Inwards process.

Qualifications:

Essential

• Proven experience in a quality, inspection, or goods inwards role within aerospace, defence, or precision engineering.
• Strong understanding of engineering drawings, geometric tolerances, specifications, and material standards.
• Knowledge of AS9100 and aerospace documentation requirements (CoC, FAIR, traceability, etc.).
• Competent in using a variety of mechanical inspection tools and gauges.
• Excellent attention to detail, accuracy, and documentation discipline.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work cross‑functionally.
• IT literacy, including Microsoft Office and experience with ERP/MRP systems.

Desirable

• Training or certification in quality inspection (e.g., IPC, AS9102, or equivalent).
• Experience working in a highly regulated industry such as aerospace, defence, or medical.
• Knowledge of lean principles and continuous improvement methodologies (5S, Kaizen).
• Experience with CMM data interpretation.

Benefits:

• Every employee is critical to our success and as such we offer a range of flexible employee benefits along with career development opportunities.
• Flexible working within core working hours
• 25 days holiday (185hrs) with the option to buy/sell 5 days (37hrs) plus bank holidays
• 4 times annual salary in life assurance
• Flexible benefits package
• Funded health benefits
• Pension Scheme - up to 8% employer contributions
• Supportive and friendly working environment with regular team events

You couldn't be joining the team and Eaton MSD Cheltenham at a more exciting time.