Aerospace CMM & Laser Inspection Lead

Versaform Corp.; Vista (CA); On-site; USD 68,770,000 - 80,231,000; Full time

Job summary

Sonaca North America is seeking a highly skilled CMM Inspector to lead advanced dimensional inspection of aerospace components. The role requires interpreting drawings and GD&T, programming CMMs, and coordinating with Quality, Manufacturing, and Engineering to ensure conformance to AS9100 and AS9102.

Candidates should have 5–10 years in aerospace metrology, experience with PolyWorks/PC-DMIS or similar, and a strong eye for detail.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent with a minimum of 5-10 years of aerospace dimensional inspection and metrology experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Expert knowledge of ASME Y14.5 GD&T standards.
• Experience programming and operating CMMs utilizing PolyWorks, PC-DMIS, Calypso, MCOSMOS, or equivalent software.
• Experience with laser trackers, laser scanning systems, portable CMM arms, and 3D measurement technologies.
• Working knowledge of AS9100, AS9102, ISO 17025, and aerospace customer quality requirements.
• Experience completing AS9102 First Article Inspections (FAI).
• Experience performing GR&R, MSA, and statistical analysis.
• Ability to interpret complex engineering drawings, CAD models, CATIA, and product definition datasets.
• Experience using precision measuring tools including micrometers, calipers, height gauges, bore gauges, indicator systems, surface plates, and optical comparators.
• Experience inspecting structural aerospace components, precision machined parts, and tooling and fixtures.
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office and quality management systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform dimensional inspections of aerospace components, tooling, and manufactured products using CMMs, laser scanners, portable measurement arms, and conventional precision measuring equipment.
• Operate, create, validate, execute, and optimize CMM and laser scanning inspection programs from engineering drawings, CAD models, customer specifications, and technical requirements.
• Serve as the site focal point for advanced dimensional inspection and metrology activities, providing technical guidance to Quality, Manufacturing, and Engineering teams.
• Support the development and implementation of inspection strategies, measurement techniques, and metrology best practices to ensure accurate product verification.
• Interpret engineering drawings, 3D CAD models, specifications, and GD&T requirements in accordance with ASME Y14.5.
• Verify product conformance through first article, first-piece, in-process, final, receiving, and source inspection activities as required.
• Conduct dimensional inspection of complex aerospace products, including machined components, sheet metal assemblies, composite structures, weldments, tooling, and fixtures.
• Analyze measurement data, perform capability studies, identify measurement trends, and provide dimensional feedback to Manufacturing, Engineering, and Quality teams.
• Generate inspection reports, FAIRs, and customer-required quality documentation in accordance with AS9102 requirements.
• Review and validate FAIRs and associated quality records for accuracy, completeness, and compliance.
• Verify compliance with engineering, customer, regulatory, and contractual requirements, including applicable aerospace customer specifications and flow-down requirements.
• Identify, document, communicate, and support resolution of nonconforming conditions through established quality management systems.
• Participate in root cause investigations, RCCA activities, MRB reviews, containment actions, and continuous improvement initiatives related to dimensional nonconformances.
• Review engineering changes, critical characteristics, and areas of risk to develop effective inspection and verification plans.
• Maintain calibration, maintenance, and proper handling of inspection and metrology equipment in accordance with ISO 17025, company procedures, and applicable industry requirements.
• Maintain accurate and complete inspection records in compliance with AS9100 quality management system requirements.
• Provide dimensional data and technical support during internal audits, customer audits, regulatory assessments, and certification activities.
• Ensure compliance with company quality systems, customer requirements, export control regulations (ITAR/EAR), and applicable aerospace industry standards.

Skills

Dimensional inspection

GD&T knowledge

Metrology techniques

Coordinate Measuring Machines

Data analysis

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

PolyWorks

PC-DMIS

Calypso

MCOSMOS

Laser trackers

Laser scanning systems

Job description

Sonaca North America is seeking a highly skilled CMM Inspector to lead advanced dimensional inspection of aerospace components. The role requires interpreting drawings and GD&T, programming CMMs, and coordinating with Quality, Manufacturing, and Engineering to ensure conformance to AS9100 and AS9102.

Candidates should have 5–10 years in aerospace metrology, experience with PolyWorks/PC-DMIS or similar, and a strong eye for detail.