Sr CMM Programmer - Aerospace Machining

Job Description

Job Description

About the Opportunity

A leading aerospace precision manufacturing company is seeking an experienced Senior CMM Programmer to join its growing quality team. This is a high-impact role responsible for developing complex CMM programs, supporting new product launches, improving inspection processes, and serving as the technical expert for dimensional inspection across the organization.

What You'll Do

• Develop, edit, and optimize CMM programs for complex aerospace components

• Perform first article, in-process, and final inspections using CMM equipment and conventional inspection tools

• Create and maintain CMM programs utilizing PC-DMIS, Calypso, or similar software

• Interpret complex engineering drawings, GD&T, customer specifications, and inspection requirements

• Support new product introductions by developing inspection methods and validation plans

• Troubleshoot dimensional issues and partner with engineering and manufacturing to determine root cause

• Establish inspection strategies that improve efficiency while maintaining the highest quality standards

• Validate new fixtures, tooling, and manufacturing processes through dimensional analysis

• Assist with customer audits, internal audits, and AS9100 quality requirements

• Mentor junior inspectors and CMM programmers while serving as a technical resource for the quality department

• Maintain calibration records and ensure inspection equipment remains compliant

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on inspection accuracy, repeatability, and throughput

Qualifications

• 5+ years of CMM programming experience in a precision machining environment

• Strong experience programming Zeiss, Hexagon, Mitutoyo, or similar CMM equipment

• Advanced proficiency with PC-DMIS, Calypso, or equivalent CMM programming software

• Strong understanding of GD&T (ASME Y14.5)

• Ability to interpret complex blueprints and engineering drawings

• Experience inspecting tight-tolerance machined components

• Proficient with precision measuring instruments including micrometers, calipers, height gages, bore gages, optical comparators, and surface plates

• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills

• Excellent communication and ability to work cross-functionally with engineering and production teams

Preferred Experience

• Aerospace or defense manufacturing

• AS9100 quality systems

• First Article Inspection (FAI) to AS9102 standards

• SPC, MSA, and statistical analysis

• Zeiss CMMs and Calypso software

• Continuous improvement and Lean Manufacturing initiatives

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Join a stable, growing aerospace manufacturer known for producing highly engineered precision components

• Work with advanced inspection technology and complex aerospace parts

• Collaborative engineering and quality environment where your expertise will make an immediate impact

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package

• Career advancement opportunities within a well-established organization

• Opportunity to influence quality processes and mentor the next generation of inspection professionals