Precision QC Inspector – Aerospace/AS9100 Expert

Cambridge Aerospace; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Stock options

Private Medical & Dental

Cycle to work scheme

Lunchtime catering on site

Job summary

Cambridge Aerospace in Cambridge is seeking a Quality/QC Inspector to ensure components conform to engineering drawings, specifications and quality requirements. You will perform incoming, first-off, in-process and final inspections using precision measuring tools and interpret GD&T to verify conformity.

The role requires strong attention to detail, experience with conventional inspection methods, and maintaining accurate quality records.

Qualifications

• Experience in a Quality/QC Inspector role within precision engineering or manufacturing.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Competent in conventional dimensional inspection and measuring equipment.
• Good understanding of tolerances, GD&T and inspection methods.
• Strong attention to detail and accurate record keeping.
• Practical understanding of product quality and traceability.

Responsibilities

• Conduct incoming, first-off, in-process and final inspection.
• Inspect product against engineering drawings, specifications and defined acceptance criteria.
• Use precision measuring equipment including micrometers, verniers, height gauges and bore gauges.
• Interpret engineering drawings, tolerances and GD&T.
• Complete inspection records and maintain product identification and traceability.
• Verify manufacturing records, material certification and Certificates of Conformity.
• Support AS9102 First Article Inspection (FAI) activities where required.
• Identify, document and control non-conforming product.
• Ensure measuring equipment is suitable for use and within calibration.
• Support Production and Quality in resolving product conformity issues.
• Ensure product is only accepted or released where conformity has been demonstrated.

Skills

Read drawings

GD&T understanding

Dimensional inspection

Measurement tools

Attention to detail

Education

Engineering apprenticeship or equivalent

Tools

CMM inspection

Micrometers & gauges

Verniers & height gauges

Job description

Cambridge Aerospace in Cambridge is seeking a Quality/QC Inspector to ensure components conform to engineering drawings, specifications and quality requirements. You will perform incoming, first-off, in-process and final inspections using precision measuring tools and interpret GD&T to verify conformity.

The role requires strong attention to detail, experience with conventional inspection methods, and maintaining accurate quality records.