Junior Quality Engineer

Overview

An established manufacturing business is seeking a Junior Quality Engineer to support quality and inspection activities across production. This role is ideal for someone with around 1 year's experience in an aerospace or precision engineering environment who is looking to develop a long-term career in quality. You will work closely with experienced quality professionals and gain exposure to inspection, quality documentation, and aerospace quality standards.

Location:

Hayes, England, United Kingdom.

• Carry out dimensional inspection of aerospace components
• Inspect components against 2D engineering drawings and work instructions
• Use hand-held measuring equipment such as verniers, micrometers, and gauges
• Support first-off and in-process inspections
• Assist with completion of quality and inspection reports
• Support final inspection activities prior to despatch
• Help maintain calibration and control of inspection equipment
• Assist with housekeeping, 5S, and quality compliance activities
• Support continuous improvement and quality initiatives

• Around 12 months' experience in a quality or inspection role within aerospace, or precision engineering / manufacturing
• Ability to read and understand 2D engineering drawings
• Basic understanding of tolerances and inspection principles
• Experience using hand-held measuring equipment
• Good attention to detail and a quality-focused mindset
• Willingness to learn and develop within a quality engineering function

• Exposure to aerospace quality standards (e.g. AS9100 / ISO
  9001)
• Basic knowledge of GD&T
• Any exposure to FAIRs, first-offs, or SPC
• CMM awareness or training

• Positive and proactive attitude
• Reliable, methodical, and eager to learn
• Comfortable working in a production environment
• Good communication and teamwork skills

• 37.5 hours per week
• Monday to Friday, 07:00 – 15:00

• Seniority level:
  Entry level
• Employment type:
  
  Temporary
• Job function:
  Manufacturing
• Industries:
  Manufacturing