Quality Assurance Specialist

James Adams; Colchester; Hybrid; GBP 182,000 - 255,000; Full time

Job summary

James Adams is seeking an experienced FAIR / Quality Inspection Engineer for a civil aerospace project in Essex. The contract role involves First Article Inspection and dimensional quality checks on power distribution cabinets and aircraft components.

You will support investigations into root causes and non-conformances, liaising with engineering, manufacturing and quality teams to ensure compliance with aerospace standards. Hybrid work pattern applies.

Qualifications

• Experience with AS9102 First Article Inspection Reports is essential.
• Background in aerospace manufacturing or civil aviation components.
• QBE (Qualified By Experience) candidates welcome if experience is strong.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Produce and review First Article Inspection Reports (FAIR) in line with AS9102.
• Conduct dimensional and quality inspection of cabinets for power distribution and aircraft components.
• Support root cause and non-conformance investigations as required.
• Liaise with engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams to resolve inspection queries.
• Ensure documentation complies with civil aerospace quality standards.

Skills

First Article Inspection

Aerospace industry experience

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Job description

FAIR / Quality Inspection Engineer - Aerospace (Contract)

Location:

Essex (Hybrid - 1 day per week onsite)

Contract Length:

3 month initial

Hours:

40 hours per week, Monday-Thursday

Start Date:

ASAP

About the Role

We're looking for an experienced FAIR / Quality Inspection Engineer to join a civil aerospace manufacturing programme, working on cabinets for power distribution and components. This is a great opportunity for someone with strong First Article Inspection experience to join a fast-moving programme with flexibility on working pattern.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce and review First Article Inspection Reports (FAIR) in line with AS9102
• Carry out dimensional and quality inspection of components and assemblies (cabinets for power distribution, aircraft parts)
• Support root cause and non-conformance investigations where required
• Liaise with engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams to resolve inspection queries
• Ensure documentation is compliant with civil aerospace quality standards

Requirements

• Proven experience with AS9102 First Article Inspection Reports
• Background in aerospace or civil aviation component manufacturing
• QBE (Qualified By Experience) candidates welcome - formal qualifications not essential if experience is strong
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently