Inspector in Hayes
Insignis Talent is looking for an Inspector in Hayes
Job description
Inspector – Aerospace Components | £29,000 per year | Permanent | South East England
We are partnering with a leading aviation specialist to hire a Component Inspector for their dynamic inspection department. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a strong aerospace or mechanical background to step into a critical role within a high-performing MRO (Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul) environment.
What you'll be doing:
As an Inspector, you’ll be responsible for the detailed inspection of aircraft components in accordance with OEM CMMs (Component Maintenance Manuals) and SOPMs (Standard Operating Procedures & Manuals). You’ll utilize SAP to record component condition, generate cost-effective overhaul or repair route sheets, and ensure all part numbers (P/N), serial numbers (S/N), and status details are accurately entered into the system.
You’ll support the production team by working to ASPEN and milestone priorities, collaborating with Technical Engineering and other shop-floor teams. You’ll also contribute to mentoring junior technicians and maintaining high standards of quality, safety, and regulatory compliance.
Key responsibilities:
- Perform detailed mechanical inspections of aerospace components (excluding quarantined items)
- Create/modify overhaul and repair routes using SAP ERP
- Record all inspection data and part conditions accurately
- Use imperial and metric precision tools (micrometres, callipers, gauges)
- Liaise with engineering and production control to support turnaround targets
- Support compliance with HSE, MAPP, and Environmental Procedures
- Maintain a Personal Experience Record (PER) book and take part in daily team dialogues
What we're looking for:
- Apprenticeship or formal qualification in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering (desirable)
- Previous experience in a component inspection or aerospace MRO environment
- Proficient in SAP or similar enterprise systems
- Skilled in manual measurement techniques and use of inspection equipment
- Good working knowledge of aviation documentation (e.g., Boeing/Airbus portals)
- Strong attention to detail and workshop housekeeping discipline
- Eligible to live and work in the UK unrestricted
- Good unaided (or corrected) vision and ability to sit or lift as needed
Working conditions:
- Full-time, permanent role with shift options: Monday–Friday or Tuesday–Saturday
- Occasional overtime may be required
- Temperature-variant workshop environment with machinery noise exposure
This is a great opportunity to advance your career in aerospace inspection within a well-established and globally respected organisation. Apply now to be part of a team that plays a key role in ensuring airworthiness and operational excellence.
Extra information
- Status
- Closed
- Education Level
- Secondary School
- Location
- Hayes
- Type of Contract
- Part-time jobs
- Full UK/EU driving license preferred
- No
- Car Preferred
- No
- Must be eligible to work in the EU
- No
- Cover Letter Required
- No
- Languages
- English
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