First Article Inspectors

First Article Inspector

Would you like to elevate aerospace manufacturing through smarter, data-driven quality systems giving you the opportunity to make a direct, measurable impact on mission-critical components? As our First Article Inspector, can you imagine ensuring every first run of aerospace components meets the highest level of precision, compliance, and documentation before it ever reaches production? Would you like to be part of a team where your expertise in AS9102 and detail-driven inspections directly impacts quality, traceability, and audit readiness across critical aerospace programs? This is where your experience isn't just valued, it's relied upon. If you're ready to own First Article Inspections at a high level and work in an environment where precision and accountability matter, navigate your next mission with us.

We are a well-established aerospace manufacturing operation known for delivering precision components that meet strict industry and customer standards. With a strong AS9100 foundation and a commitment to continuous improvement, this is a place where experienced inspectors play a critical role in ensuring quality from the very first build.

Competitive Pay: $38-$48/hour (DOE)

Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, and paid holidays

High-Impact Role: Direct ownership of FAI packages and compliance to aerospace standards

Your Part in the Flight Plan:

• Perform complete First Article Inspections in accordance with AS9102 and customer requirements
• Review engineering drawings, specifications, and purchase orders for full compliance
• Validate dimensional and functional requirements using precision measuring tools
• Generate/maintain complete FAI packages (ballooned drawings, certs, and traceability)
• Identify, document, coordinate nonconformances
• Support internal and customer audits with accurate records and objective evidence
• Partner with Engineering and Production to ensure first-article readiness
• Maintain documentation in compliance with AS9100 and internal quality procedures

Pre-Flight Checklist:

• 15+ years of aerospace First Article Inspection experience REQUIRED
• Strong knowledge of AS9102, AS9100, and aerospace quality systems
• Expert ability to read complex blueprints, GD&T, and engineering specifications
• Proven experience building and reviewing full FAI packages (ballooning, traceability, documentation)
• Strong understanding of machining, sheet metal, and assembly processes
• Preferred: Experience with CMM operation or program interpretation
• Familiarity with FAIR software or electronic QMS/ERP systems
• Experience supporting customer audits and source inspections (Boeing, Airbus, Lockheed, Northrop, Raytheon, Space customers)

Your Launch Window is Open: If you take pride in precision, understand the importance of getting it right the first time, and bring deep experience in aerospace First Article Inspection, we want to hear from you.

Key Words: First Article Inspector, FAI, AS9102, AS9100, Aerospace Inspection, GD&T, Blueprint Reading, Ballooning, Traceability, Nonconformance (NCR), Quality Documentation, CMM, FAIR, Manufacturing Inspection, Aerospace Quality