Technical Incoming Inspector

Carbon60; Belfast; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace organization in Belfast seeks an experienced Technical Incoming Inspector for a long-term contract. This hands-on role focuses on ensuring that incoming products meet strict quality and compliance standards. Ideal candidates will have at least 2 years of relevant experience, an electrical or mechanical apprenticeship, and strong quality control knowledge. This opportunity also includes a competitive hourly rate and the potential for overtime pay.

Benefits

Paid overtime uplift

Contract duration until November 2026

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience in aerospace or manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of quality control procedures.
• Knowledge of engineering assembly practices.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspection and quality assurance on incoming parts.
• Verify compliance with design and regulatory standards.
• Compile technical reports on discrepancies.

Skills

Quality control

Technical drawing interpretation

Verbal communication

Written communication

3D metrology

Education

Completed electrical or mechanical apprenticeship

Job description

£23.84 - £31.90 per hour + PAYE or Umbrella

Technical Incoming Inspector - Belfast (Onsite)

• Paid overtime: 25% uplift Mon-Fri and 50% uplift Sat-Sun.

Location: Belfast - Full onsite requirement
Contract Duration: Until November 2026 (with strong likelihood of extension)

About the Role

Carbon60 are looking for an experienced Technical Incoming Inspector to join their client's leading aerospace organisation on a long‑term contract. This position plays a crucial role in ensuring that all incoming products meet strict quality, safety and compliance standards before entering the manufacturing and assembly process. This is a hands‑on, quality‑focused role ideal for professionals with an electrical or mechanical background who thrive in a fast‑paced engineering environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform inspection, quality control and quality assurance activities on incoming parts and materials.
• Verify compliance with design specifications, customer requirements and regulatory standards.
• Provide technical guidance to operators when required.
• Monitor the Delegated Operator Scheme and ensure compliance.
• Compile technical reports to highlight any drawing, tooling or process discrepancies.
• Collaborate effectively within inspection and production teams.

Requirements

• Completed a recognised electrical or mechanical apprenticeship.
• Minimum 2 years' post‑apprenticeship experience in an aerospace, manufacturing, assembly or tooling environment.
• Strong understanding of quality control procedures.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications accurately.
• Knowledge of manufacturing and assembly practices within an engineering setting.
• Confident written and verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with 3D metrology.

Working Pattern

• 35 hours per week across 4.5 days.
• Working hours between 07:00-19:00, set at business discretion.

If you are interested in this position please apply with an up to date copy of your CV and one of our consultants will be in touch in due course.