1

Professional First Article Inspector Jobs in Colorado

Product Design Engineer - Softgood

Boulder, CO · On-site

$135K - $163K/yr

Perform First Article Inspection (FAI) upon receipt of the tooling. Required Qualifications * Demonstrated experience in the design of tooling and molds (ie. injection moulding) * Strong 3D and 2D CA ...

CMM Programmer

Lakewood, CO

$30 - $42/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Perform first article, in-process, and final inspections using CMM equipment and precision measuring instruments. * Interpret engineering drawings and apply GD&T (ASME Y14.5M) to verify dimensional ...

Perform First Article Inspection (FAI) upon receipt of the tooling. Required Qualifications * Demonstrated experience in the design of tooling and molds (ie. injection moulding) * Strong 3D and 2D CA ...

Be Seen First

Quality Technician / CMM Programmer

Longmont, CO · On-site

$30 - $40/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Inspection & Verification * Perform first-article, in-process, and final inspections on ... Opportunities for professional development and advancement. * Supportive, team-oriented work ...

Inspector II

Boulder, CO · On-site

$47K - $76K/yr

Create and maintain First Article Inspection Reports, as required. * Support Government and/or Customer Source Inspections, as required. * Inspect incoming or production materials or articles for ...

Inspector II

Boulder, CO · On-site

$47K - $76K/yr

Create and maintain First Article Inspection Reports, as required. * Support Government and/or Customer Source Inspections, as required. * Inspect incoming or production materials or articles for ...

Inspector II

Westminster, CO · On-site

$47K - $76K/yr

Create and maintain First Article Inspection Reports, as required. * Support Government and/or Customer internal and Source Inspections, as required. * Inspect incoming or production hardware ...

ICS Final QC Inspector

Longmont, CO · On-site

$21 - $26/hr

Write first article inspection reports and complete RMA evaluations. * Perform simple fixture repair and construction. * Organize existing assembly files and fixture database. * Audit shelf-life ...

Write first article inspection reports and complete RMA evaluations. * Perform simple fixture repair and construction. * Organize existing assembly files and fixture database. * Audit shelf-life ...

Familiarity with AS9102 First Article Inspection and Acceptance Data Pack review/creation. * Knowledge of AS5553 counterfeit prevention practices. * Experience in handling non-conforming materials ...

Familiarity with AS9102 First Article Inspection and Acceptance Data Pack review/creation. * Knowledge of AS5553 counterfeit prevention practices. * Experience in handling non-conforming materials ...

Composites Engineer

Loveland, CO · On-site

$90K - $128K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Understanding of quality systems, first article inspection (FAI), and nonconformance processes Compensation and Benefits * Base salary range of $90,000-128,000 based on experience and qualifications

Composites Engineer

Loveland, CO · Hybrid

$90K - $128K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Understanding of quality systems, first article inspection (FAI), and nonconformance processes Compensation and Benefits * Base salary range of $90,000-128,000 based on experience and qualifications

Familiarity with AS9102 First Article Inspection and Acceptance Data Pack review/creation. * Knowledge of AS5553 counterfeit prevention practices. * Experience in handling non-conforming materials ...

Showing results 41-60

Professional First Article Inspector information

What is the difference between Professional First Article Inspector vs Quality Control Inspector?

AspectProfessional First Article InspectorQuality Control Inspector
CertificationsOften holds certifications like ASQ CQI or specific industry standardsMay have general quality assurance certifications or on-the-job training
Work EnvironmentPrimarily in manufacturing, aerospace, or automotive industries inspecting new parts or prototypesWorks across various industries inspecting ongoing production for defects
Job FocusFocuses on initial production runs, verifying compliance of first articlesMonitors ongoing production quality and consistency

Professional First Article Inspectors specialize in verifying the quality of initial production samples, ensuring they meet specifications before full-scale manufacturing. Quality Control Inspectors oversee ongoing production quality, identifying defects and ensuring standards are maintained. While both roles involve inspection and quality assurance, the First Article Inspector's role is more focused on initial validation, whereas the Quality Control Inspector maintains quality throughout production.

What does a professional first article inspector do?

A professional first article inspector reviews and verifies the initial sample or prototype of a product to ensure it meets design specifications, quality standards, and customer requirements. They perform detailed inspections, document findings, and may use measurement tools or inspection reports as part of quality assurance processes.

What are the most commonly searched types of First Article Inspector jobs in Colorado?

The most popular types of First Article Inspector jobs in Colorado are:

What are popular job titles related to Professional First Article Inspector jobs in Colorado?

For Professional First Article Inspector jobs in Colorado, the most frequently searched job titles are:

What job categories do people searching Professional First Article Inspector jobs in Colorado look for?

The top searched job categories for Professional First Article Inspector jobs in Colorado are:

What cities in Colorado are hiring for Professional First Article Inspector jobs?

Cities in Colorado with the most Professional First Article Inspector job openings:

Infographic showing various Professional First Article Inspector job openings in Colorado as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 90% Full Time, 6% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution.

Product Design Engineer - Softgood

W3Global

Boulder, CO • On-site

$135K - $163K/yr

Other

Posted 20 days ago


Job description

Job Description:

  • Analyze product geometry (CAD) from Product design team and i

  • Collaborate with Design Engineer to develop tooling and fixture design concepts.

  • Collaborate with Test Engineer to develop testing fixture.

  • Design and create tooling / fixture CAD.

  • Release CAD to the vendor.

  • Collaborate with the vendor through the Design for Manufacturability (DFM) process.

  • Perform First Article Inspection (FAI) upon receipt of the tooling.

Required Qualifications

  • Demonstrated experience in the design of tooling and molds (ie. injection moulding)

  • Strong 3D and 2D CAD skills (NX, SolidWorks or ProE/Creo preferred)

  • Practical knowledge of manufacturing principles.

  • Team-oriented individual who is willing to contribute beyond defined responsibilities.


W3Global logo

About W3Global

Sourced by ZipRecruiter

W3Global has been delivering staffing solutions for nearly two decades; we know which recruiting strategies work best. Our expert team is committed to developing a customized solution to fit your company’s unique needs. As a W3Global client, you’ll also receive personalized assistance from a seasoned team of staffing specialists. We are committed to providing both technical support and industry expertise to simplify the hiring process. We know that your time matters. W3Global will help you streamline the hiring process, getting it done and getting it right.

Industry

Recruiting and staffing services

Company size

501 - 1,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Frisco, TX, US

Year founded

2006