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Professional First Article Inspector Jobs in Hayward, CA

Teledyne FLIR LLC

Quality Inspector

Mountain View, CA · On-site

$50K - $67K/yr

... First Article Inspection Report What we offer * Competitive pay and comprehensive health benefits * 401(k) with company match and retirement plans * Paid time off * Professional development and ...

Teledyne

Quality Inspector

Mountain View, CA · On-site

$50K - $67K/yr

... First Article Inspection Report What we offer * Competitive pay and comprehensive health benefits * 401(k) with company match and retirement plans * Paid time off * Professional development and ...

Teledyne FLIR LLC

Quality Inspector

Mountain View, CA · On-site

$50K - $67K/yr

... First Article Inspection Report What we offer * Competitive pay and comprehensive health benefits * 401(k) with company match and retirement plans * Paid time off * Professional development and ...

Belcan

Source Inspector, PCBA

San Carlos, CA

$40 - $55/hr

Source Inspector, PCBA Location: ​​Santa Cruz, CA Zip Code: 94070 Start Date: Right Away Job ... Support nonconformance documentation, first-article activities, traceability, and material ...

Belcan

Source Inspector, PCBA

San Carlos, CA · On-site

$40 - $55/hr

Source Inspector, PCBA Location: Santa Cruz, CA Zip Code: 94070 Start Date: Right Away Job Type ... Support nonconformance documentation, first-article activities, traceability, and material ...

Sanmina

Quality Technician -1st Shift

Fremont, CA · On-site

$28 - $30/hr

Key Responsibilities Conduct first article, incoming, in-process, and final inspections on machined parts, sheet metal, and welded assemblies. Perform precise dimensional inspections (hard check ...

Adecco

Quality Inspector I

San Jose, CA · On-site

$28 - $35/hr

Conduct first article inspections, lot sampling, and visual inspections using magnification tools and/or Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) equipment * Accurately enter inspection results into the ...

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How much do professional first article inspector jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for professional first article inspector in Hayward, CA is $31.37, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.20 and $36.11 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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.

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Infographic showing various Professional First Article Inspector job openings in Hayward, CA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 73% Full Time, 22% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 88% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $65,241 per year, or $31.4 per hour.

Quality Inspector

Teledyne FLIR LLC

Mountain View, CA • On-site

$50K - $67K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 25 days ago

Job description

Be visionary
Teledyne Technologies Incorporated provides enabling technologies for industrial growth markets that require advanced technology and high reliability. These markets include aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, deepwater oil and gas exploration and production, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research.
We are looking for individuals who thrive on making an impact and want the excitement of being on a team that wins.
Job Description
Teledyne Microwave Solutions is hiring a Quality Inspector to perform all aspects of In-process, Final and Receiving Inspection of TMS products using a variety of standard inspection tools. Receiving Inspection products may include but are not limited to printed circuit board assemblies, a wide variety of piece parts, housings, covers, and chemicals In-process inspection work may include, but is not limited to piece parts, hybrid microcircuits; and PCBAs. Final product inspection for mechanical measurements First Article Inspections (FAI) reports.
What you'll do
  • Review documentation, inspect the product to ensure compliance with Teledyne Customer requirements
  • Inspect parts, sub-assemblies, and final products for conformance to specifications
  • Work with Quality Engineering and Manufacturing regarding the reporting of quality discrepancies
  • Other duties, projects, and tasks assigned

What you need
  • U.S. Citizen (required)
  • Comfortable using a variety of measurement tools - calipers, micrometers, pin gages, optical comparator
  • Able to multitask, willing to learn and cross-train in multiple areas (Incoming, In-process, / Final QA)
  • Able to learn a wide range of product inspections
  • Comfortable and able to work with a diverse workforce
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Excellent work habits -- responsible, organized, attention to detail
  • High School diploma or equivalent
  • 5-7 years of directly related experience or certified to J-STD-001 or IPC-A-610; if not already certified, ability to become IPC-A-610 certified at CIS level
  • 3 - 5 years' experience performing inspections to MIL-STD-883, Methods 2010, 2017, 2032 or documents based on these criteria. It is acceptable to have experience using other inspection criteria
  • Experience using low and high-power microscopes
  • Hands-on experience with any type of Nonconformance Report system, to create and update Nonconformance Reports. (Agile, Arena, TIPQA, TeamCenter...)
  • Experience working with cross-functional teams; (Production, Inventory, Engineering, Planning)
  • Proficiency with standard MS Office software - Outlook (email), Excel, Word

Additional / Preferred Qualifications
  • Current or prior security clearance a plus (able to be renewed)
  • IPC-A-610 and/or J-STD-001 certified inspector
  • J-STD-001 - Space addendum, (a plus)
  • Experience with AS9102 FAIR, First Article Inspection Report

What we offer
  • Competitive pay and comprehensive health benefits
  • 401(k) with company match and retirement plans
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development and training opportunities
  • Employee wellness programs and assistance resources
  • A collaborative environment working on mission-critical technology

What happens next
Apply online through Teledyne's careers page. If your qualifications align, our team will contact you for interviews and guide you through the clearance process.
Teledyne is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Employment is contingent on background checks and compliance with applicable regulations.
Salary Range:
$50,600.00-$67,500.000
The anticipated salary range listed for this role is only an estimate. Actual compensation for successful candidates is carefully determined based on several factors including, but not limited to, location, local regulations (such as minimum wage), education/training, work experience, key skills, and type of position.
Teledyne and all of our employees are committed to conducting business with the highest ethical standards. We require all employees to comply with all applicable laws, regulations, rules and regulatory orders. Our reputation for honesty, integrity and high ethics is as important to us as our reputation for making innovative sensing solutions.
Teledyne is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other characteristic or non-merit based factor made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws.

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