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Professional First Article Inspector Jobs in Sunnyvale, CA

A1J Technologies

Manufacturing Process Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

$87K - $116K/yr

Quality & First Article Support * Partner with Quality to ensure inspection planning aligns with the actual manufacturing sequence. * Identify process-critical inspection points, irreversible ...

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Aerotek

Quality Inspector

San Jose, CA

Conduct visual inspections of products using tools such as magnifying glasses, lot sampling methods, first article checks, and automated optical inspection (AOI) machines. * Enter standardized ...

Muon Space

Machinist

San Jose, CA

$25 - $40/hr

Design reviews on Tuesday, dialing in fixturing on Wednesday, owning first-article inspection on Friday. Working with world class senior level engineering, scientists and machinists you will be ...

Muon Space

Senior Machinist

San Jose, CA

$58 - $65/hr

Design reviews on Tuesday, dialing in fixturing on Wednesday, owning first-article inspection on Friday. The named point of contact for components as it moves from CAD to finished parts This position ...

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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 Sunnyvale, CA is $32.11, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.73 and $36.97 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 Sunnyvale, CA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 19% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $66,786 per year, or $32.1 per hour.

Mechanical Inspector 1 - Swing Shift

FM Industries

Livermore, CA • On-site

$25 - $29/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 15 days ago

FM Industries rating

7.9

Company rating: 7.9 out of 10

Based on 5 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description


GET TO KNOW US:

FM Industries can promise you an environment that not only encourages your best but also rewards it with plenty of room to grow. FM industries is a premier manufacturing solutions provider. We specialize in build to print, precision machined components, anodizing and engineered thermal spray coatings. We provide customers leading edge support from prototype to production.

THIS POSITION IS FOR SWING SHIFT – Monday thru Friday, 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.
open to other shifts if interested

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

Responsible for performing precision mechanical inspection of machined parts and incoming materials to verify compliance to specification. Ensuring conformance requirements using calibrated measuring equipment and visual inspection. Interpreting customer drawings and specifications, and reference company work instructions and process travelers.

  • Basic blueprint reading & shop math (Trigonometry)
  • Inspect first off parts from manufacturing work centers
  • Collect measurement data for use in First Article Inspection (FAI) reports
  • Collect and provide data required for critical part Final Inspection Reports (FIRs)

Qualifications:

  • 0-2 years’ experience performing in-process and final inspection preferably in a machining, automotive or aerospace business
  • Basic knowledge of GD&T preferred
  • CMM operation experience preferred
  • Ability to correctly use and interpret basic measuring tools including weight gauge, micrometer, caliper scale (linear), gauge blocks, thread gauges, and comparative standards
  • Visual inspection experience

CULTURE:

At FM Industries our success is powered by people and technology. Our culture is what makes FM a fun and rewarding place to work. We champion diversity and we are always seeking new ways to amaze our customers. Success is celebrated and integrity is the core of who we are at FM Industries.

WHAT CAN WE OFFER YOU FOR ALL YOUR HARD WORK?

  • Competitive Salary
  • PTO Program
  • Nine (9) Paid Holidays!!
  • Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
  • Short and Long-Term Disability Coverage AT NO COST TO EMPLOYEE!!
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Pet Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Plans
  • Health Spending Plans
  • Comprehensive Online Learning Center - houses thousands of training resources available to learn at your own pace!!
  • 401(k) Retirement Savings - with a generous company 30% match! (100% vested after six years)

FM Industries Values:

  • CUSTOMER FOCUS - Partnering to deliver excellence and innovation
  • SAFETY - Prioritizing the wellbeing of our people
  • INTEGRITY - Achieving our best through mutual respect and teamwork
  • QUALITY - Investing in our People, Processes, and Products
  • ACCOUNTABILITY - Taking ownership of our words, actions and results

Give us your best and we’ll give you ours!

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