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First Article Inspector


Company : A1 Personnel Employment Agency Ltd


Location : Basildon, Eastern


Created : 2026-03-05


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Job DescriptionDo you have the right skills and experience for this role Read on to find out, and make your application.Quality FAIR (First Article Inspection) Engineer Aerospace ManufacturingBasildon, Essex18.54/hour + Generous Benefits PackageMonThurs 08:0017:00 | Fri 07:3012:30Permanent, Full-Time | Overtime AvailableJoin a leading player in the aerospace manufacturing sector that's known for precision, performance, and continuous innovation. This is an exciting opportunity to take on a vital quality assurance role within a high-performing team, ensuring product excellence from the first article stage through to full compliance with exacting industry standards.Why Youll Love This Role:Stability + Progression: Join a well-established company with long-term growth prospectsTeam Culture: Work alongside production, planning, and quality professionals in a collaborative settingPurposeful Work: Play a key role in ensuring aircraft component qualityright from the startYour Day-to-Day:Compile, review, and approve First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs)Ensure full compliance with customer specs, engineering drawings, and aerospace quality standardsLiaise with suppliers and internal teams to gather and verify technical documentationFlag non-conformances, raise ECRs, and support the broader quality assurance frameworkCollaborate cross-functionally to drive a "right first time" approach to manufacturingContribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the QMSWhat Were Looking For:Must-Haves:Engineering or manufacturing backgroundHands-on experience with FAIR inspectionsStrong understanding of aerospace quality standardsProficiency with inspection tools and interpreting engineering drawingsHigh attention to detail xjdpvnf and problem-solving abilitiesNice-to-Haves:Experience in aerospace manufacturingPrevious work involving FAIR submissionsRelevant qualifications in Quality, Engineering, or ManufacturingExcellent communication and team skillsWhats In It for You:18.54/hour + paid overtime (x1.5 MonSat / x2 on Sundays)25 days holiday + 8 bank holidaysPrivate healthcare + pension + life insuranceLong service awards + development opportunitiesA real chance to shape quality systems and continuous improvement