Lead Dimensional Inspection Programmer -- AS9100 Aerospace
TekPro Engineering
Job Description
Job Description
Make Your Impact From Day One
We are a top-tier aerospace precision manufacturer seeking a Lead Dimensional Inspection Programmer to elevate our metrology capability. In this hands-on leadership role, you will design high-complexity CMM programs, enable flawless new product introductions, and strengthen our AS9100-compliant inspection systems.
Your Core Responsibilities- Author, refine, and optimize CMM programs for intricate aerospace components
- Conduct First Article (AS9102), in-process, and final inspections using CMMs and conventional tools
- Build and sustain libraries in PC-DMIS, Calypso, or equivalent
- Translate complex engineering drawings and GD&T per ASME Y14.5 into actionable inspection plans
- Own inspection method development and validation for new product introductions
- Diagnose dimensional nonconformances; collaborate with engineering and manufacturing on root cause
- Implement data-driven inspection strategies to increase efficiency while safeguarding quality
- Validate fixtures, tooling, and processes via thorough dimensional analysis
- Support customer and internal audits; ensure alignment with AS9100 requirements
- Coach and mentor junior inspectors and programmers; act as a technical SME
- Maintain calibration records; keep inspection assets compliant
- Advance continuous improvement for accuracy, repeatability, and throughput
- 5+ years of CMM programming in precision machining
- Experience with Zeiss, Hexagon, Mitutoyo, or similar CMM platforms
- Advanced PC-DMIS, Calypso, or comparable software expertise
- Expert-level GD&T (ASME Y14.5) and complex blueprint interpretation
- Track record inspecting tight-tolerance machined components
- Mastery of micrometers, calipers, height gages, bore gages, optical comparators, surface plates
- Strong troubleshooting and analytical mindset
- Excellent cross-functional communication with engineering and production
- Background in aerospace or defense manufacturing
- Familiarity with AS9100 quality systems
- First Article Inspection to AS9102 standards
- SPC, MSA, and statistical analysis capability
- Deep experience with Zeiss CMMs and Calypso
- Continuous improvement and Lean Manufacturing exposure
- Be part of a stable, growing manufacturer building highly engineered precision parts
- Hands-on work with advanced inspection technology and complex aerospace geometries
- Collaborative quality and engineering environment with immediate impact
- Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits
- Career growth in a well-established organization
- Influence enterprise-wide quality processes and mentor rising talent
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