Lead Dimensional Inspection Programmer — AS9100 Aerospace

Make Your Impact From Day One

We are a top-tier aerospace precision manufacturer seeking a Lead Dimensional Inspection Programmer to elevate our metrology capability. In this hands-on leadership role, you will design high-complexity CMM programs, enable flawless new product introductions, and strengthen our AS9100-compliant inspection systems.

Your Core Responsibilities

• Author, refine, and optimize CMM programs for intricate aerospace components
• Conduct First Article (AS9102), in-process, and final inspections using CMMs and conventional tools
• Build and sustain libraries in PC-DMIS, Calypso, or equivalent
• Translate complex engineering drawings and GD&T per ASME Y14.5 into actionable inspection plans
• Own inspection method development and validation for new product introductions
• Diagnose dimensional nonconformances; collaborate with engineering and manufacturing on root cause
• Implement data-driven inspection strategies to increase efficiency while safeguarding quality
• Validate fixtures, tooling, and processes via thorough dimensional analysis
• Support customer and internal audits; ensure alignment with AS9100 requirements
• Coach and mentor junior inspectors and programmers; act as a technical SME
• Maintain calibration records; keep inspection assets compliant
• Advance continuous improvement for accuracy, repeatability, and throughput

What You Bring

• 5+ years of CMM programming in precision machining
• Experience with Zeiss, Hexagon, Mitutoyo, or similar CMM platforms
• Advanced PC-DMIS, Calypso, or comparable software expertise
• Expert-level GD&T (ASME Y14.5) and complex blueprint interpretation
• Track record inspecting tight-tolerance machined components
• Mastery of micrometers, calipers, height gages, bore gages, optical comparators, surface plates
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical mindset
• Excellent cross-functional communication with engineering and production

Preferred Qualifications

• Background in aerospace or defense manufacturing
• Familiarity with AS9100 quality systems
• First Article Inspection to AS9102 standards
• SPC, MSA, and statistical analysis capability
• Deep experience with Zeiss CMMs and Calypso
• Continuous improvement and Lean Manufacturing exposure

What You Will Gain

• Be part of a stable, growing manufacturer building highly engineered precision parts
• Hands-on work with advanced inspection technology and complex aerospace geometries
• Collaborative quality and engineering environment with immediate impact
• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits
• Career growth in a well-established organization
• Influence enterprise-wide quality processes and mentor rising talent