First Article Inspection Technician

Job overview

The First Article Inspection Technician role is onsite in Kansas City, MO, in a manufacturing environment. Compensation is not specified. The role supports aerospace manufacturing quality by independently checking assemblies against engineering and customer requirements before use in flight-critical applications. The technician performs and documents First Article Inspections to verify that machining and assembly processes produce conforming products. The work supports new product introductions, engineering changes, customer requirements, and traceable quality records.

What you'll do

• Prepare First Article Inspection Reports, including AS9102 Forms 1, 2, and 3
• inspect in-process and finished aerospace assemblies against drawings, workmanship standards, and customer specifications
• perform full and Partial/Delta FAIs
• interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical specifications
• coordinate supplier certifications, material test reports, CMM data, and supporting documentation
• maintain technical data packages and quality records
• manage customer FAIR submissions and follow-up.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

first article inspection technician

kansas city mo

aerospace quality

first article inspection

as9100

as9102

fair documentation

aerospace assemblies

engineering drawings

gd&t

quality management systems

onsite manufacturing

day shift operations

high school diploma

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Requires hands-on aerospace FAI experience and at least two years working with AS9100, AS9102, or equivalent standards and formal manufacturing quality systems. High school diploma or equivalent required; 4–6 years of relevant experience is strongly preferred.

About the employer

The Blue Collar Recruiter - Kansas City is hiring for this role. Industry: Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing. Sector: 33.