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Job Title:

Quality Inspector

Reporting To:

Manager, Quality Inspection

Work Schedule:

Onsite – Tewkesbury, GBR
Moog is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Quality Inspector to join our Quality team. This role exists to ensure that parts and assemblies meet stringent quality, engineering, and aerospace standards. The successful candidate will work in a collaborative team environment, inspecting components in line with departmental priorities and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

In addition to inspection activities, the Quality Inspector will contribute to problem-solving efforts, engineering investigations, and corrective actions, helping to maintain Moog’s high standards of quality and reliability.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform dimensional inspection of parts and assemblies using a variety of measuring equipment, including CNC CMM machines.

• Conduct visual inspection of subcontract-processed parts using microscopes and other inspection tools.

• Present quality issues to the PRB team and support discussions on batch disposition.

• Raise and manage Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) and handle non-conforming material.

• Complete First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs) using Visual FAIR, including drawing ballooning.

• Participate in departmental activities such as 5S audits, SQDCL reviews, probe qualification, and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Coordinate with the Calibration team to ensure inspection equipment is calibrated and databases are up to date.

• Support problem-solving, root cause analysis, corrective actions, and training as required.

Skills, Experience & Qualifications

Essential:

• NVQ Level 3 or BTEC National Certificate, preferably achieved through an indentured apprenticeship.

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a machine shop environment, with at least 1 year in inspection (aerospace industry preferred).

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings with a strong understanding of GD&T.

• Excellent attention to detail and experience working to close tolerances.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to manage multiple tasks under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Desirable:

• Experience programming and operating CNC CMM machines.

• Hands-on experience with advanced measuring equipment (CMM, shadowgraphs, contracer, surface finish measurement, non-contact inspection systems).

• Knowledge of Visual FAIR software.

• Understanding of AS9102 requirements.

Personal Attributes

• Analytical and methodical approach to problem-solving.

• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.

• Ability to work effectively across cross-functional teams.

• Sound judgment and a proactive, team-oriented mindset.

What We Offer

• Flexible benefits package and development opportunities to support career progression
• 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
• Private medical insurance, mental health support and financial advice
• Generous life assurance and company pension contribution (from 6%)
• Employee share options, free onsite parking, EV charging and gym facilities

We review applications on an ongoing basis, and the job posting will be closed once a suitable candidate is selected. We recommend all interested individuals to apply as soon as possible.
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