Aerospace CMM Programmer III — PC-DMIS & GD&T Expert

Rocket Lab Corporation; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Rocket Lab in Long Beach, CA is seeking a CMM Programmer III to perform complex mechanical inspections on purchased parts, 3D-printed components, CNC-machined items, electro-mechanical assemblies, and propulsion hardware.

You will use PC-DMIS to program and operate a CMM, employ hand measuring tools and microscopes, and document non-conformances in Rocket Lab systems, helping maintain the highest quality standards across production and engineering teams.

Qualifications

• Precise inspection and quality control in manufacturing.
• Strong attention to detail and clear communication.
• Ability to solve problems and guide decisions to improve quality processes.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex mechanical inspections for parts and assemblies.
• Use PC‑DMIS and hand tools to perform precision measurements.
• Document non-conformances in Rocket Lab systems and processes.
• Collaborate with engineering to improve work instructions and identification of critical inspection points.
• Coordinate with Production to meet delivery milestones.
• Support Built in Quality philosophy to prevent defects.

Skills

Attention to detail

Clear communication

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Tools

PC-DMIS

CMM (Coordinate Measuring Machine)

Microscopes

Calipers

Micrometers

Job description

Rocket Lab in Long Beach, CA is seeking a CMM Programmer III to perform complex mechanical inspections on purchased parts, 3D-printed components, CNC-machined items, electro-mechanical assemblies, and propulsion hardware.

You will use PC-DMIS to program and operate a CMM, employ hand measuring tools and microscopes, and document non-conformances in Rocket Lab systems, helping maintain the highest quality standards across production and engineering teams.