First Article Inspector

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Job Title First Article Inspector

Reporting To Technical Operations, Quality Control

Work Schedule Onsite – Wolverhampton, GBR

Moog Aircraft Group Wolverhampton is seeking an experienced First Article Inspector to take ownership of AS9102-compliant FAI activity across new product introduction, product changes, and supplied components.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform complete First Article Inspections in accordance with AS9102 and customer-specific requirements
• Verify all dimensions, tolerances and features against engineering drawings and specifications
• Interpret complex drawings including full GD&T requirements
• Produce accurate, detailed FAIR documentation and validation packages for internal and customer approval
• Record inspection data within digital quality systems
• Identify and formally report non-conformances in line with AS9102 requirements
• Support root cause analysis and corrective actions
• Liaise closely with Engineering, Production and Quality teams to resolve technical queries and improve manufacturability
• Support receiving, in-process and final inspection activities as required

Technical Requirements

• Extensive experience within aerospace dimensional inspection

• Strong AS9102 First Article Inspection experience (essential)

• Proficient in interpreting engineering drawings and GD&T

• Experienced in using precision measuring equipment including:

• Verniers

• Micrometers (inside, outside, depth)

• Bore gauges

• Height gauges

• Depth micrometers

• Manual and/or CNC CMM

• Experience within AS9100 quality environments

• SAP and/or Solumina experience advantageous

Skills & Experience

• Able to manage workload independently with minimal supervision
• High attention to detail with the ability to balance accuracy and production demands
• Strong communication skills across cross-functional teams
• HNC/HND (or equivalent) in Engineering, or extensive aerospace quality experience
• Must be eligible to obtain UK Security Clearance
• Flexible to work shift patterns as required

This role reports to the Quality Team Leader.

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

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.

Security Clearance Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required and must be maintained for this role. Please note that if clearance cannot be obtained, you may not be eligible for the role, and/or any offer of employment may be withdrawn on grounds of national security. For further information please visit www.gov.uk. You Matter at Moog – Our Mission and Vision At Moog, we prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion. We aim to create a culture where everyone is valued, respected, and given equal opportunities. We strive to empower employees to bring their authentic selves to work, celebrating our differences to foster a welcoming environment for all.

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