First Article Inspector
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- England,East of England,Essex,Basildon
- Full Time, Permanent
- £18.54 per hour
Job Description:
Quality FAIR (First Article Inspection) Engineer – Aerospace Manufacturing
Basildon, Essex
£18.54/hour + Generous Benefits Package
Mon–Thurs 08:00–17:00 | Fri 07:30–12:30
Permanent, Full-Time | Overtime Available
Join 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 You’ll Love This Role:
*Stability + Progression: Join a well-established company with long-term growth prospects
*Team Culture: Work alongside production, planning, and quality professionals in a collaborative setting
*Purposeful Work: Play a key role in ensuring aircraft component quality—right from the start
Your Day-to-Day:
*Compile, review, and approve First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs)
*Ensure full compliance with customer specs, engineering drawings, and aerospace quality standards
*Liaise with suppliers and internal teams to gather and verify technical documentation
*Flag non-conformances, raise ECRs, and support the broader quality assurance framework
*Collaborate cross-functionally to drive a "right first time" approach to manufacturing
*Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the QMS
What We’re Looking For:
Must-Haves:
*Engineering or manufacturing background
*Hands-on experience with FAIR inspections
*Strong understanding of aerospace quality standards
*Proficiency with inspection tools and interpreting engineering drawings
*High attention to detail and problem-solving abilities
Nice-to-Haves:
*Experience in aerospace manufacturing
*Previous work involving FAIR submissions
*Relevant qualifications in Quality, Engineering, or Manufacturing
*Excellent communication and team skills
What’s In It for You:
* £18.54/hour + paid overtime (x1.5 Mon–Sat / x2 on Sundays)
* 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
* Private healthcare + pension + life insurance
* Long service awards + development opportunities
* A real chance to shape quality systems and continuous improvement
Basildon, Essex
£18.54/hour + Generous Benefits Package
Mon–Thurs 08:00–17:00 | Fri 07:30–12:30
Permanent, Full-Time | Overtime Available
Join 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 You’ll Love This Role:
*Stability + Progression: Join a well-established company with long-term growth prospects
*Team Culture: Work alongside production, planning, and quality professionals in a collaborative setting
*Purposeful Work: Play a key role in ensuring aircraft component quality—right from the start
Your Day-to-Day:
*Compile, review, and approve First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs)
*Ensure full compliance with customer specs, engineering drawings, and aerospace quality standards
*Liaise with suppliers and internal teams to gather and verify technical documentation
*Flag non-conformances, raise ECRs, and support the broader quality assurance framework
*Collaborate cross-functionally to drive a "right first time" approach to manufacturing
*Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the QMS
What We’re Looking For:
Must-Haves:
*Engineering or manufacturing background
*Hands-on experience with FAIR inspections
*Strong understanding of aerospace quality standards
*Proficiency with inspection tools and interpreting engineering drawings
*High attention to detail and problem-solving abilities
Nice-to-Haves:
*Experience in aerospace manufacturing
*Previous work involving FAIR submissions
*Relevant qualifications in Quality, Engineering, or Manufacturing
*Excellent communication and team skills
What’s In It for You:
* £18.54/hour + paid overtime (x1.5 Mon–Sat / x2 on Sundays)
* 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
* Private healthcare + pension + life insurance
* Long service awards + development opportunities
* A real chance to shape quality systems and continuous improvement
Job number 3386450
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