Quality Inspector - Aerospace

Acorn by Synergie
Weymouth, Dorset, United Kingdom
2 months ago
Posted
7 Apr 2026 (2 months ago)

Quality Inspector - Aerospace

Weymouth | Day & Night shifts | Monday-Thursday / Friday | Permanent

Introduction

Acorn by Synergie is recruiting for a meticulous and experienced Quality Inspector to join an aerospace manufacturing team. You will play a critical role in ensuring that all components meet strict customer specifications and industry standards, contributing directly to product safety and quality.

Key Duties:

Perform first off, in-process, goods inwards and final inspection against engineering drawings and specifications.

Complete First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs) to AS9102 standards.

Work in line with and support AS9100 Quality Management Systems.

Carry out roving inspection across production areas.

Inspect and release vital and flight safety parts and associated documentation packs.

Use a wide range of inspection equipment including micrometers, verniers, plug and thread gauges, shadowgraphs, height gauges, CMMs, Faro Arms, surface testers, Equator systems and Keyence.

Interpret and react to SPC and process capability data.

Support root cause corrective action and continuous improvement activities.

Maintain a clean, organised and compliant work environment.

Ensure all work is carried out in line with training, authorisations and QMS requirements.

Communicate inspection findings clearly to senior management and cross-functional teams.

Requirements:

Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.

Strong understanding of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing).

Experience completing FAIRs to AS9102 standard.

Apprenticeship or equivalent qualification preferred.

Experience inspecting complex aerospace components preferred.

Familiarity with advanced inspection equipment such as CMMs and Faro Arms preferred.

Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

Ability to work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

What We Offer:

Day shift (39 hours per week):

Monday-Thursday 7.30am-4.30pm.

Friday 7.30am-12.30pm.

Night shift (46 hours per week):

Monday-Thursday 6pm-6am.

Interested?

Apply now!

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment

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