Inspector

gforce employment + recruitment; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Immediate start

Growth opportunities

Job summary

G Force Recruitment is seeking an experienced Inspector for a permanent role in the Blackburn area within an established aerospace manufacturing business. The role focuses on independent inspections of structural aircraft components, ensuring adherence to drawings, specifications and tolerances with objective, evidence-based decisions.

The successful candidate will have aerospace inspection experience, familiarity with composites, and the ability to work independently while collaborating with

Qualifications

• ONC/HNC/NVQ Level 3 in Engineering/Aerospace/Manufacturing.
• Experience as an Inspector in aerospace manufacturing.
• Experience inspecting aircraft body or structural components.
• Understanding of composite materials (glass fibre and carbon).
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications and tolerances.
• Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach.

Responsibilities

• Carry out dimensional and cosmetic inspections on aerospace components.
• Inspect wet lay-up, glass fibre and carbon structural aircraft parts.
• Review drawings, specifications, and tolerances to verify conformance.
• Identify defects, discrepancies and areas for investigation.
• Compile snagging information and inspection findings for records.
• Ensure decisions are based on objective evidence and documented requirements.
• Support transition and handover of inspection activities.
• Collaborate with manufacturing and quality teams to maintain high standards.

Skills

Quality

Inspection

Manufacturing

Aerospace

Education

ONC/HNC/NVQ L3 - Engineering/Aerospace/Manufacturing

Job description

Inspector - Aerospace manufacturing

Quality | Inspection | Manufacturing | Aerospace

Location: Blackburn area

Salary: £40k-£50k P/A + package

Employment Type: Permanent

Working week: Monday to Thursday - 37hrs p/w (4 day week + OT)

G Force Recruitment are currently recruiting for an experienced Inspector to join an established aerospace manufacturing business in the Blackburn area.

Our client is a long-standing Tier 1 and Tier 2 aerospace manufacturer supplying components and assemblies to the civil and defence sectors. The business specialises in composite structures, including carbon, glass fibre and aramid components, alongside sheet metal fabrications, machined parts and integrated assemblies.

This is an important role supporting quality assurance and inspection activities across structural aircraft components, with a particular focus on providing robust, independent inspection to strengthen customer confidence.

The Role

As Inspector, you will be responsible for carrying out independent inspections and confirming that aerospace components meet the required engineering specifications, drawings, methods and tolerances.

You will be expected to make clear, fact-based decisions, identify non-conformances and compile detailed snagging information where required.

Key responsibilities

• Carrying out dimensional and cosmetic inspections on aerospace components.
• Inspecting wet lay-up, glass fibre and carbon structural aircraft parts.
• Reviewing engineering drawings, specifications, methods and tolerances.
• Identifying defects, discrepancies and areas requiring further investigation.
• Compiling snagging information and inspection findings.
• Ensuring inspection decisions are based on objective evidence and documented requirements.
• Supporting the transition and handover of inspection activities.
• Working closely with manufacturing and quality teams to maintain high standards.
• Helping demonstrate consistent and effective quality processes to customers.

Candidate specification

The successful candidate will have strong experience in aerospace manufacturing inspection, particularly involving structural aircraft components and composite materials.

You will need to be confident working independently, challenging non-conforming work when necessary and standing by your professional decisions based on facts, drawings and specifications.

Essential experience

• ONC/HNC/NVQ L3 - Engineering/Aerospace/Manufacturing
• Previous experience as an Inspector within aerospace manufacturing.
• Experience inspecting aircraft body or structural components.
• Ideally an understanding of composite materials, including glass fibre and carbon.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications and tolerances.
• Experience carrying out dimensional and cosmetic inspections.
• A clear understanding of quality standards and inspection procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach.
• Ability to identify faults and make impartial, evidence-based decisions.

Additional Information

• Immediate start available
• World class Aerospace manufacturing organisation
• Permanent opportunity
• For the right candidate, opportunity for growth & development

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