CMM Technician

Job Description Summary

The CMM Technician in Aerospace is responsible for performing inspections of aerospace components using Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM). This role involves setting up and operating CMMs to ensure the dimensional accuracy and compliance of parts with engineering specifications and aerospace industry standards. The technician inspects a variety of components, documenting measurements, and identifying any discrepancies or deviations from the required tolerances. This position plays a critical role in maintaining high-quality standards in the manufacturing process and ensuring that all aerospace components meet strict regulatory and customer requirements.

Job Description

• Set up and operate CMM machines (both manual and automated) to inspect aerospace components for dimensional accuracy, including measurements of surfaces, threads, and other complex features.
• Inspect incoming, in-process, and outgoing parts to verify that they meet engineering and quality specifications.
• Perform detailed inspections of machined parts and assemblies to ensure they meet engineering drawings, aerospace industry standards, and customer requirements.
• Verify the dimensional accuracy of parts, checking for compliance with tolerance limits and ensuring that parts meet required specifications.
• Record and document inspection results, including detailed reports of measurements, discrepancies, and findings.
• Provide accurate and timely inspection data for quality control documentation and communicate results to supervisors, engineers, or other relevant team members.
• Regularly check and calibrate CMM machines to ensure precise measurements and document calibration activities.
• Perform basic maintenance and troubleshooting to ensure CMM machines are operating at peak performance.
• Work closely with engineers and other quality control personnel to address any quality concerns or non-conformities during the inspection process.
• Communicate any deviations from specifications promptly and assist with corrective actions to resolve quality issues.
• Suggest and implement improvements to inspection processes, including recommending new tools, practices, or technologies to improve measurement accuracy or efficiency.
• Stay current on CMM technologies and industry standards to maintain the highest level of inspection quality.

• High school diploma or equivalent (Associate's degree or certifications in related fields preferred).
• 2-5 years of experience in CMM inspection within a manufacturing environment, preferably in the aerospace industry.

• Proficiency in operating CMM machines for inspection purposes, including knowledge of various measurement tools and techniques.
• Strong understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Familiarity with aerospace quality standards, such as AS9100.
• Excellent attention to detail, ensuring accurate and precise inspection results.
• Strong problem-solving skills to identify issues during inspections and assist in resolution.
• Humble: respectful, receptive, agile, eager to learn
• Transparent: shares critical information, speaks with candor, contributes constructively
• Focused: quick learner, strategically prioritizes work, committed

• Experience in aerospace manufacturing or precision inspection.
• Familiarity with inspection tools such as micrometers, calipers, and height gauges.
• CMM Inspection Certification or equivalent quality control certifications.