$35 - $55/hr
The right candidate will perform first article inspections, in process inspections, and final inspections. The quality inspector will also visually check for damaged parts and assure all requirements ...
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$35 - $55/hr
The right candidate will perform first article inspections, in process inspections, and final inspections. The quality inspector will also visually check for damaged parts and assure all requirements ...
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Paramount, CA · On-site
$32 - $38/hr
Generate First Article Inspection Report (FAIR) * Support Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) activities such as PPAP, control plans, and dimensional inspections * Support Engineering in ...
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Paramount, CA · On-site
$32 - $38/hr
Generate First Article Inspection Report (FAIR) * Support Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) activities such as PPAP, control plans, and dimensional inspections * Support Engineering in ...
Torrance, CA · On-site
$21 - $30/hr
Perform 1st Article inspection using appropriate drawings or specifications to verify part acceptability * Must be familiar with First Article requirements per AS9102 * Evaluate MRB (Material Review ...
Torrance, CA · On-site
$21 - $30/hr
Perform 1st Article inspection using appropriate drawings or specifications to verify part acceptability * Must be familiar with First Article requirements per AS9102 * Evaluate MRB (Material Review ...
$28 - $35/hr
Experience performing First Article Inspections (FAIs) in accordance to the AS9102 standard and knowledge is required. * Ideal candidate will have a minimum of five years experience performing ...
$28 - $35/hr
Experience performing First Article Inspections (FAIs) in accordance to the AS9102 standard and knowledge is required. * Ideal candidate will have a minimum of five years experience performing ...
Los Angeles, CA · On-site
$30 - $35/hr
Perform in-process, final, and first article inspections (AS9102) of aerospace composite parts and assemblies. * Inspect composite materials (i.e., carbon fiber, fiberglass, honeycomb, and bonded ...
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Los Angeles, CA · On-site
$30 - $35/hr
Perform in-process, final, and first article inspections (AS9102) of aerospace composite parts and assemblies. * Inspect composite materials (i.e., carbon fiber, fiberglass, honeycomb, and bonded ...
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Placentia, CA · On-site
$28 - $33/hr
Performs first article inspection and final approval of machine parts, tooling, castings, and forgings. * Analyzes Engineering drawings, planning documents, and requirements to determine inspection ...
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Placentia, CA · On-site
$28 - $33/hr
Performs first article inspection and final approval of machine parts, tooling, castings, and forgings. * Analyzes Engineering drawings, planning documents, and requirements to determine inspection ...
Torrance, CA · On-site
$28 - $35/hr
Experience performing First Article Inspections (FAIs) in accordance to the AS9102 standard and knowledge is required. * Ideal candidate will have a minimum of five years experience performing ...
Torrance, CA · On-site
$28 - $35/hr
Experience performing First Article Inspections (FAIs) in accordance to the AS9102 standard and knowledge is required. * Ideal candidate will have a minimum of five years experience performing ...
$28 - $35/hr
Experience performing First Article Inspections (FAIs) in accordance to the AS9102 standard and knowledge is required. * Ideal candidate will have a minimum of five years experience performing ...
$28 - $35/hr
Experience performing First Article Inspections (FAIs) in accordance to the AS9102 standard and knowledge is required. * Ideal candidate will have a minimum of five years experience performing ...
Torrance, CA · On-site
$28 - $35/hr
Experience performing First Article Inspections (FAIs) in accordance to the AS9102 standard and knowledge is required. * Ideal candidate will have a minimum of five years experience performing ...
Torrance, CA · On-site
$28 - $35/hr
Experience performing First Article Inspections (FAIs) in accordance to the AS9102 standard and knowledge is required. * Ideal candidate will have a minimum of five years experience performing ...
Carson, CA · On-site
$21/hr
Performs first article inspection (FAI) of newly designed or revised products. * Inspection of incoming products to ensure proper paperwork is received and parts conform to specifications ...
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Carson, CA · On-site
$21/hr
Performs first article inspection (FAI) of newly designed or revised products. * Inspection of incoming products to ensure proper paperwork is received and parts conform to specifications ...
Perform 1st Article inspection using appropriate drawings or specifications to verify part acceptability * Must be familiar with First Article requirements per AS9102 * Evaluate MRB (Material Review ...
Perform 1st Article inspection using appropriate drawings or specifications to verify part acceptability * Must be familiar with First Article requirements per AS9102 * Evaluate MRB (Material Review ...
$26 - $36/hr
Be familiar with First Article requirements per AS9102, AS9100 * Understanding of Federal Aviation ... Howmet Fastening Systems (HFS) is seeking a C-shift Quality Inspector III for our Torrance, CA ...
$26 - $36/hr
Be familiar with First Article requirements per AS9102, AS9100 * Understanding of Federal Aviation ... Howmet Fastening Systems (HFS) is seeking a C-shift Quality Inspector III for our Torrance, CA ...
This role supports product quality by conducting First Article Inspections (FAI), Incoming Quality Control (IQC), In-Process Quality Control (IPQC), and Final Quality Control (FQC) inspections, while ...
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This role supports product quality by conducting First Article Inspections (FAI), Incoming Quality Control (IQC), In-Process Quality Control (IPQC), and Final Quality Control (FQC) inspections, while ...
Irvine, CA · On-site
QUALIFICATIONS · Experience with First Article inspection AS9102 (Aerospace) · Experience with mechanical inspection and GD&T knowledge. · Experience with reviewing supplier certs (Material certs ...
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Irvine, CA · On-site
QUALIFICATIONS · Experience with First Article inspection AS9102 (Aerospace) · Experience with mechanical inspection and GD&T knowledge. · Experience with reviewing supplier certs (Material certs ...
This role supports product quality by conducting First Article Inspections (FAI), Incoming Quality Control (IQC), In-Process Quality Control (IPQC), and Final Quality Control (FQC) inspections, while ...
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This role supports product quality by conducting First Article Inspections (FAI), Incoming Quality Control (IQC), In-Process Quality Control (IPQC), and Final Quality Control (FQC) inspections, while ...
$20 - $25/hr
... reports, First Article Inspections (FAI) per AS9102 o Maintain accurate quality records and traceability documentation o Document nonconformances and support corrective actions • Process ...
$20 - $25/hr
... reports, First Article Inspections (FAI) per AS9102 o Maintain accurate quality records and traceability documentation o Document nonconformances and support corrective actions • Process ...
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Brea, CA · On-site
$25 - $30/hr
Perform and record results of first article inspections of boards after Thru-Hole. * Perform sub-assembly, box build, shipping, and receiving inspection as required. * Assist in failure ...
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Brea, CA · On-site
$25 - $30/hr
Perform and record results of first article inspections of boards after Thru-Hole. * Perform sub-assembly, box build, shipping, and receiving inspection as required. * Assist in failure ...
Azusa, CA · On-site
$20 - $25/hr
Generate First Article Inspection Report (FAIR) * Support Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) activities such as PPAP, control plans, and dimensional inspections * Support Engineering in ...
Azusa, CA · On-site
$20 - $25/hr
Generate First Article Inspection Report (FAIR) * Support Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) activities such as PPAP, control plans, and dimensional inspections * Support Engineering in ...
Irvine, CA · On-site
$45 - $46/hr
Conduct first article inspections, envelope inspections, and source inspections. * Interpret blueprints, schematics, charts, and military specifications to ensure part compliance. * Adapt and develop ...
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Irvine, CA · On-site
$45 - $46/hr
Conduct first article inspections, envelope inspections, and source inspections. * Interpret blueprints, schematics, charts, and military specifications to ensure part compliance. * Adapt and develop ...
Support First Article Inspection (FAI) activities by verifying initial production parts against drawings and specifications. * Collaborate with quality, engineering, and production teams to ...
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Support First Article Inspection (FAI) activities by verifying initial production parts against drawings and specifications. * Collaborate with quality, engineering, and production teams to ...
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To thrive as a First Article Inspector, you need a solid background in quality control, blueprint reading, and measurement techniques, often supplemented by experience in manufacturing or aerospace industries. Familiarity with tools like calipers, micrometers, CMMs (Coordinate Measuring Machines), and quality management systems such as AS9102 or ISO 9001 is typically required. Strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, and effective communication skills help you excel in reporting and collaborating with cross-functional teams. These abilities ensure that initial production samples meet stringent specifications and support ongoing process improvements.
A First Article Inspector is responsible for verifying the initial production run of a manufactured part to ensure it meets design specifications, engineering drawings, and quality standards. They perform detailed inspections using precision measuring tools and document results in reports like First Article Inspection Reports (FAIR). This role is critical in industries such as aerospace, automotive, and medical manufacturing, where compliance with strict quality requirements is essential. By identifying defects early, First Article Inspectors help prevent costly production errors and ensure consistency in manufacturing processes.
First Article Inspectors often encounter challenges such as interpreting complex engineering drawings, adapting to evolving quality standards, and working under tight production schedules. Success in this role depends on keen problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to communicating discrepancies to engineering and production teams. Continual learning—such as staying current on industry standards and embracing new inspection technologies—helps inspectors remain effective. Being detail-oriented and thorough also minimizes rework, ensuring products meet client and regulatory requirements from the outset.
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$35 - $55/hr
Full-time
Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO
Re-posted 29 days ago
We are seeking a skilled CMM Programmer or inspector with proficiency in CMM, ROMER ARM and PC Dimas. Experience with Mastercam is a plus.
The right candidate will perform first article inspections, in process inspections, and final inspections. The quality inspector will also visually check for damaged parts and assure all requirements and documentation is in order and prepare non-conformance reports as needed. The inspector will be responsible for ensuring that our products meet the quality standards through precision measuring, collection of data, and premier inspections. Your expertise and ability to analyze and interpret data is a crucial part in helping us maintain our commitment to excellence.
Duties
Read and interpret schematics, blueprints, and technical drawings to inform programming decisions.
Inspect parts with thorough knowledge of dimension and tolerance as required by in-house and or customer drawings.
First Article, In-process and Final inspection.
Proficient in the use of micrometers, digital height gages, comparators, pin gage, bore gages and other metrology instruments.
Ensure compliance with industry standards including AS9100 and GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing).
Conduct thorough testing of programs to identify bugs or areas for improvement.
Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies relevant to programming practices.
Qualifications
MUST HAVE 2-5 YEARS OF AEROSPACE, MACHINE-SHOP EXPERIENCE.
Experience with CMM & Portable CMM/arm while using PC Dimas is highly desirable.
Mastercam experience, CMM programming and machining background.
Must have experience with inspecting aerospace parts and strong shop math background.
Intermediate level computer proficiency including e-mail, Word, Excel and Adobe PDF.
Familiarity with codes standards applicable in manufacturing environments.
Knowledge of dimensional inspection techniques is a plus.
Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment while also being self-motivated.
Strong communication skills for effective interaction with cross-functional teams.
Dependable with good attitude.
Benefits:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
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