Goods Inwards Inspector

Ultra Electronics Group; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life assurance

Flexible benefits

Health benefits

Pension scheme

Team events

Hybrid working options

Job summary

Ultra PCS in Cheltenham is seeking a Goods Inwards Inspector to ensure incoming materials meet aerospace quality, AS9100 standards, and contractual requirements before production release.

Key responsibilities include inspecting dimensions, verifying CoC/FAIR/traceability, and maintaining calibration records while supporting internal audits and supplier improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in quality inspection within aerospace/defence.
• Strong understanding of engineering drawings and GD&T.
• Familiar with AS9100 documentation (CoC, FAIR, traceability).
• Competent in using mechanical inspection tools.
• Attention to detail and cross-functional communication.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform dimensional, visual, and documentation inspections on incoming goods.
• Verify supplier CoC, material certifications, test reports, and traceability.
• Use verniers, micrometers, height gauges, and CMM outputs.
• Record non-conforming materials per quality procedures.
• Support audits with accurate inspection records.
• Maintain calibrated tools and verify calibration status.
• Contribute to supplier issue root-cause analysis.
• Record inspection results in ERP/MRP/QMS.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain and Quality teams to resolve issues.

Skills

Quality inspections

Aerospace experience

AS9100 knowledge

Inspection tools

Documentation discipline

Communication skills

ERP/MRP literacy

Tools

Verniers

Micrometers

Height gauges

CMM data interpretation

Calibrated equipment

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.

May be require travel to suppliers to support source inspection

Nationality Requirements

Candidates must be able to work in the UK without restrictions in accordance with UK National Law and be prepared to successfully undertake an appropriate level of UK National Security Vetting according to UK Government National Security Vetting criteria.

Diverse & Inclusive Employer

Ultra PCS is an equal opportunities employer that values diversity, inclusion, equity and equality. Underpinned by our values, behaviours, and policies, we want you to feel empowered to be your best and authentic self. We promote a workplace that welcomes people from all backgrounds and cultures; believing that this will increase our diversity of thinking, and ultimately ensure we continue delivering on our commitments to our customers. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status and welcome applications from all candidates.

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