DCS Recruitment
Quality Inspector - Aerospace / Precision Engineering
Quality Inspector - Aerospace / Precision Engineering at DCS Recruitment, based in Dukinfield, North West England, paying £34,281 - £36,075 per annum. This is a permanent role.
- Pay
- £34,281 - £36,075 per annum
- Hours and contract
- Permanent · On site
- Location
- Dukinfield, North West England
- Closing date
- Sector
- Quality Engineer
21% below the typical rate for quality engineer
Reference 57467128
About the role
Quality Inspector - Aerospace / Precision Engineering
Location: Greater Manchester
Salary: £17.58 per hour, rising to £18.50 following probation
Working Arrangement: On-site
We're recruiting an experienced Quality Inspector to join an established engineering manufacturer in Greater Manchester.
If you have a background inspecting sheet metal or machined components and experience compiling First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs), this is an opportunity to develop your career within aerospace and defence manufacturing.
The Role
You'll inspect precision metallic components against engineering drawings and specifications, while compiling and reviewing full and delta FAIRs.
Your responsibilities will include:
* Inspecting sheet metal, assembled, machined and/or turned components.
* Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and technical specifications.
* Using hand measuring tools, Keyence and/or CMM equipment.
* Compiling, reviewing and submitting full and delta FAIRs.
* Identifying non-conformances and supporting MRB processes.
* Maintaining accurate inspection records and quality documentation.
* Working to QMS/IMS procedures and company quality, safety and 5S standards.
What We're Looking For:
* Quality inspection experience within metallic manufacturing, particularly sheet metal or machining.
* At least three years' experience compiling FAIRs, including full and delta reports.
* Confidence reading engineering drawings and checking components against specifications.
* Experience using precision inspection and measuring equipment.
* Understanding of non-conformance, MRB and quality management processes.
* Good IT skills, including Microsoft applications and FAIR software.
* Strong attention to detail, organisation and communication skills.
Aerospace or defence manufacturing experience and a time-served inspection background would be advantageous.
What's on Offer:
* £17.58 per hour, rising to £18.50 following successful probation.
* Long-term career and development opportunities.
* A supportive, professional engineering environment.
* The opportunity to work on precision components for aerospace and defence applications.
Interested?
Apply with your CV or contact Maria Vasileva at DCS Recruitment:
Reference: 57467128 · Posted 4 days ago · Closes 27 Nov 2026 · Listed via DCS Recruitment
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