Quality Inspector

Job Title: Quality Inspector

Location: Coventry, UK

Hours: Continental Shift (see job ad for details)

Vacancy Type: Full-time and Permanent

Salary: £29,187.35 base plus £9,631.82 shift allowance, total £38,819 per year

Two Permanent Positions | Continental Shift | Coventry | Immediate Start

The continental shift starts in August. Join before then and you will start on a temporary non -continental shift pattern until the new shift goes live.

The job

Due to new operational requirements and increased demand, NP Aerospace is continuing to grow our manufacturing team in Coventry. We are launching a new continental shift in August to support a new contract linked to military personal protection, and we need Quality Inspectors who can help set and protect the standard from day one.

As a Quality Inspector, you will sit at the heart of production, ensuring every product leaving our site meets the high standards expected in the defence sector. You will have direct influence over product quality, compliance and continuous improvement, working closely with shopfloor teams to spot issues early, protect traceability, and keep standards consistent across the shift.

You will thrive in this role if you are detail focused, confident working with inspection data and processes, and motivated by knowing your work contributes to products that protect lives. If you are passionate about quality and want to build your expertise in a fast paced, high spec manufacturing environment, this could be the right opportunity for you.

Do you want to know more about NPA? Visit our LinkedIn page and NPA Careers Page to find out more about us!

Shift pattern

This is a rotating continental shift pattern. You work 4 days on, then 4 days off, on 11.25-hour shifts. Shifts rotate between days and nights.

Day shift: 6am to 6pm

Two unpaid breaks: 30 minutes and 15 minutes

Night shift: 6pm to 6am

Two unpaid breaks: 30 minutes and 15 minutes

Your rota will confirm whether you are on days or nights for each 4-day block.

What you'll get in return

At NP Aerospace, we know our success comes from our people. That’s why we invest in benefits that support your health, reward your hard work, and help you grow your career:

Performance rewards – discretionary bonus opportunities

Time to recharge: 247.5 hours per year, equivalent to 22 shifts per year

Support for Defence – two weeks’ paid leave for Reservists and Cadets, plus paid leave for Cadet Force Adult Volunteers (CFAVs) – subject to approval

Future security – competitive pension scheme (9% combined employer/employee contributions)

Peace of mind – life cover at 3x base salary

Health & wellbeing first – BHSF Cash Healthcare Plan to support everyday health costs

Grow with us – career development and advancement opportunities within a global business

Supportive environment – a team culture built on innovation, collaboration, and purpose

What you'll be doing

In this role, you will be responsible for a range of quality inspection and reporting activities that support safe, consistent production and strong traceability across the shift.

The key duties and responsibilities for the position are outlined below.

• Use measurement tools, gauges and inspection equipment to assess product conformity, working to engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Record, input and manage traceability data accurately, supporting quality systems and data driven decision making.
• Work closely with manufacturing teams to monitor quality performance and communicate inspection outcomes clearly.
• Identify issues early, raise non-conformances where required, and support investigations and corrective actions.
• Contribute to root cause analysis activity, including use of 5WHY and 8D approaches, helping prevent repeat issues.
• Support continuous improvement activity across the business by sharing trends, findings and practical recommendations.
• Use modern technologies, including AI assisted tools, to work smarter and deliver better results. Candidates should either have experience using AI tools or demonstrate a willingness to learn and apply them in their role.

The above is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities.

Our team embraces modern technologies, including AI-assisted tools, to work smarter and deliver better results. Candidates should either have experience using AI tools or demonstrate a willingness to learn and apply them in their role.

Experience

Essential

• Strong attention to detail with a proactive mindset, confident working in a manufacturing environment.
• Working knowledge of inspection techniques within a manufacturing or engineering setting.
• Experience using measurement tools, gauges or inspection equipment.
• Able to follow verbal and written instructions accurately and work to defined standards, specifications or procedures.
• Good IT skills, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Able to input, manage and validate data accurately.
• Understanding of Health and Safety and environmental requirements.
• Experience using AI tools or willingness to learn and apply AI in the role.

Desirable

• Experience working within a quality or inspection role in defence, automotive or manufacturing sectors.
• Exposure to non-conformance management or root cause analysis, for example 5WHY or 8D

What do we do at NP Aerospace?

NP Aerospace is a global leader in armour technology manufacturing and vehicle integration, delivering high-performance, lifesaving solutions for the defence and security industry.

Our mission is to improve and protect lives, and our vision is to be a leading provider of innovative solutions that solve our customers' complex challenges. Our values - Respect, Collaboration, Integrity, and Dedication form the bedrock of our culture.

Our extensive range of combat-proven body armour, from ballistic helmets, plates, and shields to bomb disposal suits, highlights some of the most advanced composite materials. With a team of R&D engineers working on next-generation solutions, we also excel in highly engineered vehicle systems and armour platforms used by some of the world’s largest defence organisations.

Founded in 1926, NP Aerospace has served the defence industry for over 40 years, evolving into an agile and diverse company. Our Business Development team is expanding both in the UK and North America.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: NP Aerospace is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, colour, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We are also fully committed to supporting the Defence Community and actively advertise roles on Defence specific platforms such as CTP, Force Families, Forces Employment Charity, and Veterans Job Board.

Data Privacy: NP Aerospace respects the privacy of all applicants. Personal information provided during the application process will be treated in accordance with our privacy policy and applicable data protection laws.

Please note: If successful, you will be required to sign the Official Secrets Act and successfully pass the necessary checks before you can begin your employment with NP Aerospace.