Quality Inspector - Composite Manufacturing
$30,000–$30,000 year
On-sitePortsmouth, England, United Kingdom
Job Summary
Conduct detailed visual, tactile, and dimensional inspections of composite laminates, cores, bonded assemblies, and finished components using precision hand tools and portable metrology equipment. Verify structural integrity, dimensional accuracy, and surface quality against 2D drawings, 3D CAD models, and engineering specifications throughout the manufacturing process from ply-layup to final assembly. Identify, document, and segregate non-conforming materials while logging defects in the Quality Management System and participating in Material Review Board actions. Review and sign off on manufacturing travelers, ply-book logs, and cure charts to ensure complete process traceability.
Required Qualifications
- Quality inspection experience in a composite manufacturing environment (Motorsport/F1, Aerospace, or Automotive)
- Strong understanding of carbon fibre/epoxy behaviours
- A sharp eye for both structural and cosmetic defects
- Ability to read engineering drawings, Ply Layup Books, and GD&T symbols
- Proficiency with standard mechanical inspection equipment and portable metrology systems (e.g., FARO/Romer arms or laser scanners)
- Familiarity working under ISO 9001, AS9100, or IATF 16949 management systems
- A methodical approach to safety-critical tolerances
- Communication skills to work with laminators and engineers to resolve defects
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