Composites Manufacturing Inspector

We are currently looking for a highly driven inspector to join our composite manufacturing team.

The key purpose of the role at SSTL is to provide independent assurance that composite and metallic materials, components, sub-assemblies, spacecraft hardware and their associated records conform to SSTL engineering drawings, approved manufacturing processes, programme requirements and applicable customer and space-industry standards before progressing through manufacture, assembly, integration or test. ## Role requirements Working within SSTL’s high-precision spacecraft production environment, the inspector verifies dimensional and visual quality, composite-process compliance, material and product traceability, workmanship and production documentation; witnesses designated inspection points; and identifies, records and supports resolution of non-conformances.

The role safeguards product integrity, mission reliability and flight safety by preventing incomplete, non-conforming or unverified hardware from entering downstream operations or being presented for customer acceptance.

Key Tasks · Inspect both composite and metallic materials, components and spacecraft hardware against SSTL drawings, specifications and acceptance criteria · Witness and sign off Key and Mandatory Inspection Points across manufacture & assembly · Complete inspection and configuration records, ensuring accurate identification and full traceability of flight hardware · Raise and control non-conformances, support investigation and disposition, and prevent unverified hardware from progressing · Support product acceptance, audits and customer or supplier inspections, working closely with Manufacturing, AIT, Engineering and PA/QA · Drive defect prevention and continuous improvement within the inspection environment · Maintain a clean, organised inspection area in line with housekeeping, FOD and contamination-control requirements ## Qualifications Knowledge & Skills · Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent) · Previous experience as an inspector desirable (or time spent apprenticeship) · Experience using portable coordinate measuring equipment such as CMM arms or laser trackers · Experience using inspection software such as “Power Inspect” would be an advantage · Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, tolerances and manufacturing documentation · Working knowledge of non-conformance, traceability and quality-management controls · Knowledge of manual and CNC machining techniques desired by not essential · Computer literate, with good MS Office skills, particularly Excel · Practical, hands-on ability essential · Strong attention to detail, sound judgement and effective communication, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively is essential · Results orientated; strong drive to meet quality levels and deliver to schedule · Pro-active and flexible with a can-do attitude and a willingness to learn · Good team working skills · Able to demonstrate company mindsets and behaviours; Be accountable, Drive & Delivery, Communicate Effectively, Self-manage Effectively, Work as One Team ## Location The role is based on site in Bordon ## Contract Duration Permanent