Quality Inspector - CMM Programmer Location: Kidderminster (Onsite role) Salary: £25,584 to £36,244 + enhanced overtime + excellent bens Company:

A world leader in Rocket Propulsion Technology ?? Join a world-class defence manufacturer and play a key role in ensuring the quality and reliability of complex engineered products. As a Quality Inspector, you'll support the full product lifecycle - from initial build through to final assembly - ensuring that every component meets the highest standards of safety, precision and performance. What You'll Do -

Quality Inspector - Aerospace & Defence Deliver

Final Assembly Inspection Reports (FAIRs)

and ensure full conformity to quality standards. Write NCRs and support

root-cause investigations

into technical issues. Inspect rework and verify corrective actions. Work closely with

Quality Engineering, Production, and Design

teams to improve processes and resolve quality risks. Plan and manage your own inspection workload in partnership with Cell Leaders. Create and maintain FAIRs using

Visual FAIR . Build, update and manage

CMM programs, probes and software , including troubleshooting errors and collisions. Carry out

manual inspections

using micrometers, height gauges, shadowgraph and other precision tools. Develop inspection methods for

non-standard

or complex components. Conduct internal audits in line with the audit schedule. Champion safe working practices and escalate concerns via SWIM when required. Support wider quality projects and business improvement initiatives. What You'll Bring -

Quality Inspector - Aerospace & Defence Essential Engineering Apprenticeship (or equivalent). Proven experience in

Quality Inspection

within manufacturing or engineering. Hands-on CMM experience, including programming. Strong understanding of engineering drawings and precision measurement equipment. Experience generating FAIRs and using root-cause tools (8D, 5 Whys, etc.). Desirable HNC (or equivalent) or significant aerospace quality experience. AS/EN9100 internal auditor qualification. Knowledge of PPAP, APQP, Six Sigma or Lean tools. Experience working within an AS/EN9100 aerospace quality system. Why Join Us? You'll be part of a highly skilled, collaborative environment supporting some of the most advanced defence products in the world. Expect hands-on technical challenges, exposure to cutting-edge manufacturing, and opportunities to develop your inspection and quality engineering skills.

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