Aerospace CMM Programmer
Huntsville, ALFull-time$105–115K/yrPosted 1 day agoStill listed today
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The Senior CMM Programmer will develop, validate, and optimize coordinate measuring machine inspection programs for complex aerospace and defense components, supporting new product introductions, first‑article and production inspections, and continuous improvement of measurement accuracy.
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Senior CMM Programmer – Aerospace & Defense Manufacturing We are partnering with a rapidly growing precision manufacturer serving the aerospace, defense, medical device, and other high-precision industries to hire a Senior CMM Programmer. This role supports new product introductions, first articles, process validation, and production inspection by developing and optimizing CMM inspection programs for complex, tight-tolerance components. Compensation: $105-115k What You'll Be Working With:
- Wenzel CMM Systems
- Keyence Laser Inspection Technology
- Siemens NX
- Hermle, Heller, Zayer, and DN Solutions machining centers
- Siemens Sinumerik & Heidenhain controls
Requirements
- Develop, validate, and optimize CMM inspection programs for complex aerospace and defense components.
- Program and operate Wenzel CMM systems for first article, in-process, and final inspection.
- Interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, and customer specifications to create accurate inspection routines.
- Support new product introductions by developing inspection strategies alongside manufacturing engineering and CNC programming.
- Perform first article inspections and prepare detailed dimensional reports.
- Troubleshoot dimensional issues and collaborate with machinists, programmers, and engineers to identify root causes.
- Validate manufacturing process capability through precision metrology and inspection data.
- Maintain inspection documentation, programs, and quality records.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on measurement accuracy, repeatability, and inspection efficiency.
- Assist with calibration activities and proper maintenance of metrology equipment.
Benefits
- 12+ years of CMM programming experience in a precision manufacturing environment.
- Experience programming Wenzel CMM systems or comparable CMM platforms.
- Strong understanding of GD&T and ASME Y14.5 standards.
- Experience supporting aerospace, defense, medical device, or other high-precision manufacturing.
- Ability to interpret complex engineering drawings and customer specifications.
- Experience with first article inspection (FAI) and production inspection.
- Strong understanding of precision metrology, inspection methodology, and statistical process control (SPC).
- Experience using laser scanning or advanced optical inspection systems is preferred.
- Familiarity with Siemens NX and manufacturing workflows is a plus.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally with engineering, quality, and manufacturing teams.
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