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
Job Title
First Article Inspector