3D Modeling, Aerospace and Defense, Best Practices, CAD/CAM (Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing), Calibration, Capability Maturity Model (CMM), Computer Programming, Continuous Improvement, Corrective Action, Documentation, Engineering Drawing, Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing, Machining, Manufacturing, Metrology, OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer), Program Control, Quality Engineering, Root Cause Analysis, Source Code/Configuration Management (SCM)
CMM Programmer
Location: Midland, Georgia
Job Type: Full time
Duties/Responsibilities
- Develop, edit, and validate CMM programs using Calypso for Zeiss measurement systems.
- Interpret engineering drawings, 3D CAD models, GD&T, and aerospace OEM specifications.
- Conduct First Article Inspections (FAI) in accordance with AS9102 requirements.
- Generate detailed, accurate inspection reports and measurement results for internal teams and customer submission.
- Work closely with quality engineering, manufacturing, and machining teams to resolve dimensional, tolerance stack-up, and process-related issues.
- Validate CMM programs through dry runs, correlation checks, and measurement repeatability testing.
- Ensure proper calibration, maintenance, and performance of Zeiss CMM equipment.
- Maintain revision control of programs, fixtures, and inspection documentation.
- Support corrective actions, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives related to metrology and inspection processes.
- Apply best practices for measurement of tight-tolerance, thin-wall, intricate geometries, and high-temperature aerospace materials (Inconel, Waspaloy, Titanium).