MERITUS are recruiting for a Technical Incoming Inspector to join an aerospace business based in Belfast on an initial 6 month contract.

TECHNICAL INCOMING INSPECTOR - INSIDE IR35 - £31.90 PER HOUR - 6 MONTHS UNTIL 17/11/2026 - BELFAST - SINGLE STAGE INTERVIEW PROCESS - SECTOR: AEROSPACE

We are supporting a leading aerospace manufacturing organisation in the search for a Technical Incoming Inspector to join their Supply Chain and Quality team in Belfast.

This position offers the opportunity to play an important role in maintaining product quality and compliance standards within a highly regulated technical environment. Working collaboratively with colleagues across manufacturing, quality and supply chain functions, you will help ensure components and assemblies meet the required specifications, customer expectations and industry standards.

• Conduct incoming inspection activities to verify the quality and conformity of materials, components and assemblies.
• Support quality assurance and quality control processes throughout the inspection cycle.
• Review products against engineering drawings, specifications and regulatory requirements to confirm compliance.
• Provide guidance and technical support to colleagues and operators when required.
• Contribute to the effective operation and continuous improvement of delegated inspection and quality processes.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to resolve quality-related queries and challenges.
• Prepare clear and detailed technical reports to identify drawing, process or tooling discrepancies, helping to support investigations and corrective actions.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement, quality excellence and attention to detail.

• Previous experience within a quality inspection, quality assurance or quality control environment.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications and manufacturing documentation.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across different teams and stakeholders.
• Good understanding of manufacturing, assembly and quality standards within an engineering or production environment.
• High level of accuracy, attention to detail and commitment to quality.

• ONC, A Levels, NVQ Level 3 or equivalent technical qualification.
• Completed a recognised mechanical or electrical apprenticeship.
• At least two years of relevant post-apprenticeship experience within aerospace, manufacturing, assembly or tooling environments.
• Familiarity with 3D metrology and measurement techniques.
• Experience working within a regulated engineering or aerospace setting.