Senior Aerospace Quality Inspector

Matchtech Group; Essex; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Matchtech Group is seeking a Senior Inspector to join the aerospace Quality Engineering team in the Essex region. The role focuses on ensuring components and processes meet stringent aviation standards through thorough inspection, accurate reporting and cross-functional collaboration.

The Senior Inspector will manage the Inspection Department, guide Inspectors on inspection methods and equipment, review non-conformities and supplier returns, and drive continuous improvement efforts in a

Qualifications

• Experience in an Inspection/Quality role.
• Ability to read and understand technical data including drawings and specifications.
• Experience using measuring equipment such as micrometers and verniers.
• Knowledge of aerospace regulations.
• Knowledge of AS9102 and ISO 2859-1.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word and MS Office.
• Strong numeracy and literacy skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage Inspection Priorities daily and coordinate with relevant departments.
• Oversee day-to-day running of the Inspection Department.
• Provide guidance on inspection methods and use of calibrated equipment.
• Manage and action Inspection Queries.
• Manage shelf-life inventory and product non-conformities.
• Support continuous improvement activities for product quality.
• Perform dimensional, visual and documentation inspection on incoming/outgoing parts.
• Create, manage and review FAIRs in accordance with AS9102.
• Assist with Root Cause investigations and customer feedback.
• Document quality issues and liaise with stakeholders to implement improvements.
• Determine and oversee inspection standards for incoming goods.

Skills

Reading drawings

Problem solving

Numeracy

Attention to detail

Education

Technical engineering apprenticeship

Tools

Micrometers

Verniers

Job description

Matchtech Group is seeking a Senior Inspector to join the aerospace Quality Engineering team in the Essex region. The role focuses on ensuring components and processes meet stringent aviation standards through thorough inspection, accurate reporting and cross-functional collaboration.

The Senior Inspector will manage the Inspection Department, guide Inspectors on inspection methods and equipment, review non-conformities and supplier returns, and drive continuous improvement efforts in a