Quality Engineer / CMM Inspector

Location: West London
Sector: Aerospace Manufacturing
Employment Type: Temp to Perm

Company Overview

Our client is a precision aerospace component manufacturer producing high-spec machined, SMW and chemically etched components for the aerospace sector. They operate within a quality-driven, AS9100-compliant environment and are looking to strengthen their inspection and quality team.

Role Overview

We are seeking a Quality Engineer with strong CMM inspection experience. The successful candidate will primarily operate CMM equipment while supporting wider quality engineering activities within a precision aerospace manufacturing environment.

This role is hands-on and inspection-focused, with additional quality engineering responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and run CMM inspections using:

  • LK Altera 15.10.8

  • Camio (2022)

  • Focus (2021)

• Execute pre-written CMM programs and perform dimensional inspections

• Interpret and inspect components in line with engineering drawings and GD&T requirements

• Produce and review inspection reports

• Identify and manage non-conformances

• Support root cause investigations and corrective actions

• Assist with First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs)

• Ensure compliance with AS9100 and internal quality standards

• Liaise with production and engineering teams to resolve quality issues

Required Experience & Skills

• Experience operating bridge-type CMM machines (LK experience desirable)

• Working knowledge of Camio or similar CMM software

• Strong understanding of GD&T

• Experience inspecting precision machined components

• Ability to read and interpret complex aerospace engineering drawings

• Experience within an aerospace or high-precision manufacturing environment

• Good understanding of quality processes and non-conformance management

Desirable

• Some experience with CMM programming (not essential)

• Knowledge of AS9100 standards

• Experience with FAIR documentation

• Exposure to chemically etched or SMW components

Candidate Profile

• Detail-oriented and methodical

• Confident working in a regulated aerospace environment

• Able to work independently running inspection processes

• Strong communication skills across production and engineering teams