Quality Inspector - Reading, Berkshire,RG30 3RR
Job Type:Full-TimeSalary: 39280 - 58920 per annum + Pension, Life Insurance, 9-Day FortnightQuality Inspector (R29879)
Closing Date: 12th August 2026
Location: RG7 4PR , located between Reading and Basingstoke, with free onsite parking .
Due to the classified nature of the work involved, there are limited opportunities to work from home in this role. It is anticipated that the successful candidate will spend the majority of their time working on site at AWE Burghfield.
Package: From 39,280 per annum (depending on your suitability, qualifications, and level of experience)
Working pattern: AWE operates a 9-day working fortnight. We will consider adaptable working requests so that your work may fit in with your lifestyle. Just let us know your preferred working pattern on your application.
Ready to play your part?
At AWE, it's not just a job, it's far more than that. Our shared purpose is to help keep the nation safe. Could this role be the opportunity for you to play your part?
AWE has an excellent opportunity for a skilled Quality Inspector to support the delivery of critical engineering and manufacturing programmes.
As a Quality Inspector at AWE, you'll play a vital role in ensuring inspection activities are delivered to the highest standards. You'll contribute expert insight, ensure compliance with Quality requirements, and support the continuous improvement of inspection processes across a diverse range of projects and programmes.
You'll have the opportunity to take ownership of diverse, mission-critical project/programmes.
Depending on the role, your responsibilities may include:
- Contributing subject matter expertise in areas relevant to inspection and Quality.
- Supporting technical assessments using appropriate methodologies.
- Assisting with the development and validation of Quality methodologies.
- Participating in experimental trials, improvement activities, and audits.
- Engaging with stakeholders across AWE