Quality Inspector II

Accurus Aerospace Corporation; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative aerospace firm is seeking a Quality Inspector II to ensure the highest standards of quality in machined parts. This role involves performing detailed inspections, documenting findings, and collaborating with manufacturing teams to address non-conformities. If you have a keen eye for detail and a passion for aerospace, this is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a leading company in the industry. Join a team dedicated to excellence and quality in aerospace manufacturing, and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package as part of your career growth.

Benefits

Medical Coverage

Dental Coverage

Vision Coverage

401k Plan Participation

Paid Time Off

Personal Days

Paid Holidays

Life Insurance

Disability Coverage

Qualifications

• 2+ years of QA inspection experience in aerospace preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering documents and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections on machined aerospace parts to ensure compliance.
• Document approvals and non-conforming parts, and initiate records.

Skills

Blueprint Interpretation

Mathematical Skills

Precision Measurement

Communication Skills

CMM Experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate Degree or Vocational Training

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

CMM

Height Gauges

Job description

Quality Inspector II

Day Shift: Monday - Friday 6:00 am to 2:30 pm

Inspectors are key personnel in the Accurus Quality Department and their duties are integral to our overall quality management system and customer satisfaction. Inspectors perform inspections on newly received goods, work-in-process, and are responsible for final inspections of machined aerospace parts and assemblies to ensure compliance with engineering requirements and work instructions. Inspectors are required to document specific information regarding approvals and non-conforming parts and may be involved in problem-solving internally to identify re-work requirements. Inspectors may provide quality and/or manufacturing process training for manufacturing personnel.



Essential Functions

To accomplish this job, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Determines and utilizes appropriate inspection methods and instruments (micrometers, height gauges, air gauges, radius gauges, calipers, CMM, etc.) to complete in-process and final inspection of machined aerospace parts and assemblies, including simple to moderate layouts and setups on a surface plate


• Initiates nonconformance records and disposition of parts not meeting requirements


• Completes First Article Inspections to AS9102 and company/contractual requirements


• Provide First Article buy offs for machined, sheet metal and assembled parts


• Monitor manufacturing operations per manufacturing control plans


• Continually strives to improve inspection effectiveness and efficiency by recommending and supporting the implementation of process improvements


• Communicates effectively and professionally with internal and external personnel to identify root causes, troubleshoot and address errors and trends, and negotiate resolution of non-conforming parts and necessary re-work or re-inspection


• Completes other duties as required


• Regular attendance on-site at the workplace is required

Required Education

• A high School Diploma or GED equivalent is required


• Associate degree or similar post-secondary or vocational training in a related field is preferred

Required Experience

• A minimum of two (2) years of experience as a QA inspection for machined parts and/or assemblies is required; aerospace industry experience is preferred. A combination of related experience in manufacturing for aerospace and internal training for inspectors may be considered in place of inspection experience

Other Required Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated accuracy in reading and interpreting blueprints, planning and engineering documents, quality standards, customer specifications, manufacturing control plans including PCM, and other technical design standards


• Advanced mathematical skills (add, subtract, multiply, and divide using fractions and decimal equivalents), familiar with geometric tolerance


• Experience accurately reading precision measuring instrumentation including mics, calipers, height gauges, tape measures, and other similar devices


• Understanding of nonconforming product


• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing (English)


• CMM experience is preferred


• Excel and ERP system experience a plus

Physical Demands and Work Environment

To perform the essential functions of the role, employees must be able to perform the following activities with or without reasonable accommodations:

• Regularly stand and walk throughout the facility, including all buildings and the manufacturing areas


• Regularly lift, carry (short distances), and push/pull up to 50 pounds


• Regularly climb steps, stairs, or ladders


• Occasionally bend, crawl, stoop, squat, or kneel


• Constantly communicate verbally and in writing (English) using a phone, texts, or other messaging


• Visual acuity to accurately read mics, calipers, or other precision measuring instruments; accurately distinguish colors


• Use hands and fingers to operate computer keyboards, and measurement instruments, and manually examine parts

Working Conditions

Work is performed in a manufacturing shop environment where working conditions may vary significantly; the employee will be exposed to:

• Excessive noise (hearing protection required)


• Dust, smoke, fumes/vapors (occasionally)


• Extreme temperatures (occasionally)


• Hazardous equipment including forklifts, hand tools, cranes or other lifting devices, and other equipment used in a machine shop environment

The use of PPE, including hearing protection, eye and hand protection, and use of safety footwear is required

We appreciate your interest in Accurus Aerospace. However, only those applicants selected for interviews will be contacted.

Accurus offers a comprehensive employee benefit package upon completion of 30 days of employment. Employees may select from available medical, dental, vision, and other voluntary benefit plans. Disability coverage, life insurance, and an Employee Assistance Program are provided.

Accurus is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Click here to learn about Pay Transparency.

Accurus participates in the E-Verify Employment Verification Program.

Please note Accurus only accepts applications submitted via our online recruiting system. Individuals with disabilities who are unable to use our online tools to search and apply for jobs may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting us at 918-221-0405. This option is reserved for individuals who are unable to use or require assistance with the online tools as a result of a disability and is not intended for other purposes.

All job offers are contingent upon successfully completing and passing a drug screen and criminal background screening. Certain positions may require a Motor Vehicle Report (MVR), a credit report, and/or a medical physical examination.

About Accurus Aerospace Kent, LLC

Accurus Aerospace Kent LLC was founded in 1977 in Kent, WA. Over the past three decades, Accurus has evolved into a preferred supplier of sheet metal fabricated parts, high-precision machined parts, kits, and bench top assemblies to the Aerospace and Defense Industry. Located in a 47,000 square foot facility only 15 minutes from the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, Accurus is a center of Aerospace excellence and one-stop source for high speed precision machining, fabrication, and assembly.

Our 2025 benefit package includes the following:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage on the 1st of the month after 30 days


• Life insurance; Short Term and Long-Term Disability


• 401k Plan participation plus company match


• Paid time off/Personal Days


• Eight Paid Holidays

Thank you for considering Accurus for your next career opportunity.