CMM Programmer

Job Title: CMM Programmer

Location: San Diego, CA

Duration: 1 Year Contract

Visa: US Citizen, Green Card

Tax Terms: W2

Work Model: Onsite

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled CMM (Coordinate Measuring Machine) Programmer with hands-on experience in the gas turbine and/or aerospace industry. The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing, optimizing, and executing inspection programs to ensure precision measurement and compliance with strict aerospace quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, edit, and optimize CMM programs using software such as PC-DMIS, Calypso, or MCOSMOS.

• Perform inspections of complex components such as turbine blades, vanes, rotors, stators, casings, and precision aerospace parts.

• Interpret engineering drawings, GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing), and CAD models.

• Conduct first article inspections (FAI) in accordance with AS9102 standards.

• Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, and engineering teams to resolve dimensional and process issues.

• Analyze inspection data and generate detailed reports using statistical tools.

• Ensure compliance with AS9100, ISO standards, and aerospace quality requirements.

• Maintain calibration and proper functioning of CMM equipment.

• Troubleshoot programming or measurement discrepancies and recommend corrective actions.

• Support continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing inspection efficiency and accuracy.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing, or related field (or equivalent experience).

• 3+ years of hands-on experience as a CMM Programmer in aerospace or gas turbine manufacturing.

• Strong expertise in CMM programming software (PC-DMIS, Calypso, etc.).

• In-depth understanding of GD&T and blueprint reading.

• Experience in inspecting tight-tolerance, high-precision components.

• Familiarity superalloys, titanium, and composites.

• Knowledge of AS9100 / AS9102 standards and aerospace quality systems.