Quality Control Technician

About this role

As a Quality Control Technician, you will help ensure the quality and reliability of spacecraft components throughout the manufacturing lifecycle. This includes incoming inspection of supplier materials, in-process manufacturing support, supplier Engineering Query (EQ) resolution, and final outgoing inspection prior to shipment. You will also support the maintenance and calibration of inspection and production equipment, helping ensure they remain fit for purpose and capable of delivering accurate results.

To be successful, you will have strong attention to detail, integrity and accuracy, with a disciplined approach to following procedures and requirements. You will be confident conducting inspections, maintaining accurate records, and identifying and escalating non-conformances when requirements are not met. What you’ll do as a Quality Control Technician: Perform visual and dimensional inspections of incoming parts, materials, and components against engineering drawings, work instructions, and typical aerospace workmanship standards (e.g.

IPC, ECSS, NASA etc.). Perform in-process inspections at key manufacturing stages, including first article and Key Inspection Point Inspections, to verify conformance with design configurations, work instructions, and workmanship standards. Support resolution of supplier engineering queries (EQs) by liaising with Quality, Engineering, and Supply Chain within the organisation. Conduct final inspections of outgoing hardware to confirm compliance with customer and internal requirements prior to shipment.

Accurately document inspection results and maintain traceable quality records across incoming, in-process, and outgoing inspection activities. Identify and escalate non-conformances to Quality Engineers or appropriate Technical Authorities. Support calibration and maintenance of inspection tools and equipment (e.g. callipers, torque drivers, microscopes etc.) to ensure they remain in proper working condition. Assist in tracking calibration schedules in line with company procedures and quality management standards.

Key skills: Two years minimum experience in aerospace, defence, or high-reliability electronics manufacturing/inspection. Proficiency with production tools and (drivers, callipers, torque wrenches/drivers, microscopes, solder stations, etc.). Ability to interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and technical work instructions. Knowledge and understanding of IPC-A-610 and J-STD-001 workmanship standards. Familiarity with cleanroom protocols, ESD/FOD prevention.