Inspector

Trades Workforce Solutions; Manchester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading inspection company is seeking an Inspector in Manchester to ensure aircraft components meet compliance standards. You will carry out detailed inspections, interpret engineering drawings, and maintain accurate records. The ideal candidate has an apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3 in mechanical or aerospace engineering, along with inspection-related training. This role involves working in a structured environment with necessary overtime during busy periods. Competitive salary starting at £45,000.

Qualifications

• Apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in mechanical or aerospace engineering.
• Experience within an EASA Part 145 or Part 21 environment is an advantage.
• Inspection related training desirable.

Responsibilities

• Perform incoming, in work and final inspection of aircraft components.
• Interpret engineering drawings and customer specifications.
• Complete inspection records and raise non‑conformance reports.

Skills

Mechanical inspection

Interpret engineering drawings

Use of precision measuring techniques

Education

Apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3 or equivalent

Inspection related training

Tools

Micrometers

Verniers

CMM

Job description

Role: Inspector

Location: Manchester

Salary: Starting £45,000

Job Purpose

To carry out detailed mechanical inspection of aircraft components, parts and assemblies to confirm compliance with approved data, customer requirements and internal procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform incoming, in work and final inspection (including release to service) of aircraft components, parts and assemblies.
• Interpret engineering drawings, approved repair data, work instructions and customer specifications.
• Verify dimensions, tolerances, fit and condition using appropriate calibrated tools and equipment.
• Carry out detailed visual inspection for wear, corrosion, damage, cracking indicators, deformation and other defects.
• Confirm material, process and traceability documentation aligns to job requirements.
• Complete inspection records, job cards, certificates and release packs clearly and accurately.
• Raise non‑conformance reports and support investigation, containment and corrective actions.
• Work closely with production, planning, engineering and supply chain to resolve quality or technical issues quickly.
• Support internal and external audits by providing objective evidence and maintaining tidy, compliant records.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety, human factors awareness and standard workshop controls.
• Inspection equipment and methods
• Micrometers, verniers, bore gauges, height gauges, thread gauges, radius gauges and surface finish comparators.
• CMM and digital measurement systems where available.
• Use of precision measuring techniques appropriate to aerospace tolerances.
• Typical component exposure
• Machined parts, sheet metal items, brackets, housings, shafts, pins, bushes, fasteners and assemblies.
• Components returned from service requiring assessment against the CMM, SRM and OEM drawings.

Operating Environment

The role is based at the Manchester Workshops, M22

The normal working day is between Monday - Thursday, 7am - 4pm, Friday 7am - 1pm (overtime is necessary during busy periods)

30 minutes is provided for lunch.

Qualification & Education

Apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in mechanical or aerospace engineering.

Inspection related training desirable.

Experience within an EASA Part 145 or Part 21 environment is an advantage.