Quality Assurance Portable Metrology Operator - Leica Tracker / Romer Arm (2nd Shift)

D-J Engineering is seeking a detail-oriented Portable Metrology Operator to join our Quality Assurance team on 2nd Shift. In this role, you will operate portable 3D inspection equipment—such as Leica Absolute Trackers and/or Romer Articulated Arms—using pre-established measurement routines and alignments to perform dimensional inspections on precision aerospace components, large assemblies, and tooling.

Shift:

Note: This is primarily an operator position focused on executing existing inspection routines, setting up equipment, and verifying dimensional compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Setup, align, and operate portable inspection equipment (Leica Absolute Tracker, Romer Arm, or similar portable CMMs) using pre-written routines.
• Make minor routine edits, alignments, or setup adjustments as needed to ensure smooth operation and accurate measurements.
• Perform precision dimensional inspections on complex machined, fabricated, and large-scale aerospace parts and assemblies.
• Troubleshooting & Product Acceptance: Proactively troubleshoot inspection discrepancies and utilize all available customer engineering documentation (blueprints, specifications, model data, and acceptance standards) to identify opportunities for valid product acceptance.
• Interpret inspection results, point cloud data, printouts, and reports to determine part compliance.
• Perform manual inspections using standard precision measuring tools (micrometers, calipers, height gauges, bore gauges).
• Identify, document, and segregate non-conforming material following standard operating procedures.
• Maintain clean work areas, care for delicate optics/trackers/reflectors, and adhere to all safety and AS9100 quality assurance standards.

Qualifications & Skills

• Experience: 1–3 years of experience operating portable metrology equipment (Leica Laser Trackers, Romer Arms, Faro Arms, or portable CMMs) in a quality assurance environment (aerospace experience preferred).
• Technical Skills: Experience running pre-written metrology software routines (e.g., Verisurf or PC-DMIS Portable); basic knowledge of alignment routines to perform minor edits is a strong plus.
• Blueprints & Documentation: Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings, blueprints, customer specifications, model-based definition (MBD), and standard GD&T callouts.
• Hand Tools: Proficiency with standard shop floor measuring instruments (calipers, micrometers, indicators, depth gauges).
• Schedule & Availability: Ability to work Monday through Friday from 4:00 PM to 12:30 AM, with flexibility for extra hours during peak production demand.
• Attention to Detail: Strong record-keeping skills and high precision in documenting inspection results.

Benefits & Work Environment

• Strong workload with consistent overtime available for team members looking to maximize earnings
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
• Career advancement opportunities in a growing aerospace manufacturing facility

**Must be able to work in the US, without restrictions**

D-J Engineering is an EOE company.