Do complex GD&T callouts spark your curiosity? Can you turn a challenging aerospace drawing into a reliable, efficient CMM program? As our Principal CMM Applications Specialist, you will be the technical anchor for dimensional inspection, driving new product introduction readiness and continuous improvement across the factory floor.
Challenges You Will Tackle
Build, refine, and accelerate CMM programs for complex aerospace components
Perform First Article (AS9102), in-process, and final inspections using CMMs and conventional metrology
Own program development in PC-DMIS, Calypso, or equivalent platforms
Decode advanced prints and GD&T (ASME Y14.5) and convert them into robust inspection plans
Define inspection methods and validation plans that de-risk new product introductions
Lead troubleshooting for dimensional nonconformances; partner with engineering and manufacturing to identify root cause
Set inspection strategies to maximize efficiency while maintaining uncompromising quality
Validate new fixtures, tooling, and processes using dimensional analysis and data
Support internal and customer audits; sustain AS9100 compliance
Mentor junior inspectors and programmers; serve as the department’s technical reference
Manage calibration records and ensure equipment compliance
Champion continuous improvement to enhance accuracy, repeatability, and throughput
About You
5+ years of hands-on CMM programming in precision machining
Practical experience with Zeiss, Hexagon, Mitutoyo, or similar systems
Expert user of PC-DMIS, Calypso, or equivalent CMM software
Advanced understanding of GD&T (ASME Y14.5) and complex blueprint interpretation
History of inspecting tight-tolerance machined components
Comfort with micrometers, calipers, height gages, bore gages, optical comparators, and surface plates
Analytical problem-solver with strong troubleshooting skills
Clear, proactive communicator able to work closely with engineering and production
Bonus Points
Experience in aerospace or defense manufacturing
AS9100 quality systems knowledge
FAI to AS9102 experience
SPC, MSA, and statistical analysis
Deep familiarity with Zeiss platforms and Calypso
Lean and continuous improvement initiatives
Why Join
Contribute to a stable, growing aerospace company known for precision engineering
Work daily with advanced inspection tech on challenging aerospace geometries
Collaborate in a supportive, high-impact engineering and quality environment
Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits
Pathways for advancement inside a well-established organization
Shape quality processes and mentor future metrology experts
Numbers & Facts
Location
Wheeling, IL
Skills
AS 9100unmatched
Aerospace and Defenseunmatched
Analysis Skillsunmatched
Blueprintsunmatched
Calibrationunmatched
Capability Maturity Model (CMM)unmatched
Communication Skillsunmatched
Compensation and Benefitsunmatched
Computer Programmingunmatched
Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)unmatched
Continuous Improvementunmatched
Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancingunmatched
Identify Issuesunmatched
Internal Auditunmatched
Lean Manufacturingunmatched
Machine Toolunmatched
Machiningunmatched
Maintain Complianceunmatched
Manufacturingunmatched
Mentoringunmatched
Metrologyunmatched
Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
Process Analysisunmatched
Product/Service Launchunmatched
Quality Managementunmatched
Records Managementunmatched
Riskunmatched
Root Cause Analysisunmatched
Statisticsunmatched
Strategic Planningunmatched
Validation Planunmatched
Vision Comparatorunmatched
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