Senior CMM Manufacturing Engineer

Morson Edge; Dartington; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Safran Landing Systems is seeking a Senior CMM Manufacturing Engineer to lead development, validation and continuous improvement of CMM inspection programmes across the business. You will partner with Manufacturing Engineering, Operations and Quality to strengthen measurement capability and product quality.

The role is hands-on, with responsibility for creating and reviewing CMM programmes, designing fixtures, conducting Gauge R&R/MSA, and mentoring inspection staff while driving metrology best

Qualifications

• Strong CMM programming and verification background.
• Experience with Gauge R&R and MSA studies.
• Solid GD&T knowledge and engineering drawings.
• Experience in regulated manufacturing environment.
• Proven problem-solving and root-cause analysis capability.
• Ability to work independently and own projects.

Responsibilities

• Create and develop CMM inspection programmes in line with procedures.
• Review, validate and approve CMM programmes.
• Design fixtures for repeatable inspection processes.
• Manage programme validation activities across multiple components.
• Conduct Gauge R&R and MSA studies and analyse results.
• Support APQP and PPAP inspection deliverables.
• Provide technical expertise on inspection methods and measurement strategies.
• Support root cause investigations relating to CMM and inspection issues.
• Mentor and coach CMM and Inspection personnel.
• Review and update local inspection procedures and standards.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within metrology and inspection functions.

Skills

CMM programming

Gauge R&R & MSA

GD&T interpretation

Independent ownership

Problem solving

Mentoring

Education

HNC/HND or Degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

Modus software

Camio software

Job description

Safran Landing Systems are looking to appoint a Senior CMM Manufacturing Engineer to support the development, validation and continuous improvement of CMM inspection programmes across the business. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring robust measurement processes are in place, supporting inspection strategy, programme validation and metrology best practice across manufacturing operations.

This is a highly technical role that will work closely with Manufacturing Engineering, Operations and Quality teams to improve inspection capability, measurement consistency and overall product quality.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and develop CMM inspection programmes in line with company procedures.
• Review, validate and approve new and existing CMM programmes.
• Design and implement fixture solutions to support repeatable inspection processes.
• Manage programme validation activities across multiple components.
• Conduct Gauge R&R and MSA studies and analyse results.
• Support APQP and PPAP inspection deliverables.
• Provide technical expertise on inspection methods and measurement strategies.
• Support root cause investigations relating to CMM and inspection issues.
• Mentor and coach CMM and Inspection personnel.
• Review and update local inspection procedures and standards.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within metrology and inspection functions.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Strong CMM programming and programme verification background.
• Experience using Modus software.
• Proven experience conducting Gauge R&R and MSA studies.
• Strong understanding of GD&T and engineering drawings.
• Experience within a regulated manufacturing environment.
• Strong problem-solving and root cause analysis capability.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of projects.

Desirable Skills & Experience

• Experience with Camio software.
• Aerospace industry experience.
• APQP and PPAP knowledge.
• Experience mentoring or supporting junior engineers and inspectors.
• Metrology or quality-related certifications.

Qualifications

• HNC/HND or Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Metrology or similar discipline.
• Equivalent industry experience will also be considered.

What Success Looks Like

• Robust and standardised CMM programmes across the facility.
• Improved measurement accuracy and repeatability.
• Successful completion of Gauge R&R/MSA activities.
• Enhanced inspection capability and process consistency.
• Strong collaboration between Manufacturing Engineering, Operations and Inspection teams.

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will be a hands-on CMM specialist with strong programming and validation experience who enjoys improving processes and driving best practice. They will be confident interpreting complex engineering drawings, leading metrology improvement activities and acting as the technical focal point for CMM-related matters across the site