First Article Inspection Technician – Onsite

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. Create First Article Inspection Reports, including review of products and engineering and manufacturing processes in support of Manufacturing Operations .

Posted 11/5/2026full-timeUnited StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $41,400 - $72,600 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in First Article Inspection processes, quality data management, and compliance auditing. Proficient in using software tools for documentation and reporting, with strong problem-solving abilities and effective communication skills.

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First Article InspectionQuality Data ManagementEngineering Drawings InterpretationMicrosoft WordMicrosoft Excel

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Hard Skills

First Article InspectionQuality Data ManagementEngineering Drawings InterpretationInspection ExperienceWorkmanship Knowledge

Soft Skills

Problem-SolvingCommunication

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft WordMicrosoft ExcelSAPDISCUS SoftwareNet-Inspect

Industry Keywords

Manufacturing OperationsCORE InitiativesCompliance AuditingProcess AdherenceAS9201

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Create First Article Inspection Reports, including review of products and engineering and manufacturing processes in support of Manufacturing Operations
Maintain quality data records, compile information, and prepare reports for internal and external customers
Use various software packages to maintain and update documents and records
Work with inspectors to assure compliance to quality
Support CORE initiatives through participation and implementation
Participate in special FAI projects as assigned
Regularly communicate with production support personnel at all levels
Use problem-solving skills
Monitor and adjust work assignments as priorities dictate
Audit adherence to processes and procedures
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Typically requires HS Diploma or AA/AS degree (or other 2-year post high school training) with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract
Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel preferred
Inspection experience and workmanship knowledge preferred
Proficient at reading and interpreting engineering drawings/blueprints preferred
SAP experience preferred
Knowledge of DISCUS software and/or Net-Inspect preferred
Experience with First Article Inspections and/or AS9201 preferred but not required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
Generous 401(k) plan with employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
Tuition reimbursement program
Student Loan Repayment Program
Life insurance and disability coverage
Optional pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, and ID theft protection
Birth, adoption, and parental leave benefits
Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
Adoption Assistance
Autism Benefit
Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
Healthy You Incentives wellness rewards program
Doctor on Demand virtual doctor visits
Bright Horizons child and elder care services
Teladoc Medical Experts second opinion program
Relocation assistance
Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays (eligibility dependent on business unit and collective-bargaining agreement)
Potential annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs (not guaranteed)