CMM Lead -- Quality Metrology Technician

Ascentec Engineering, LLC; Tualatin (OR); On-site; USD 71,635,000 - 100,289,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical / Dental / Vision

401k with company match up to 4%

Tiered Quarterly Bonus Program

Short-term and Long-term Disability

Tuition Assistance or Reimbursement

Life Insurance

Paid time off / paid holidays

Employee Assistance Programs

Job summary

Ascentec Engineering, LLC in Tualatin, Oregon, is seeking a CMM Lead to drive accurate and efficient CMM inspection operations. You will coordinate daily workload, mentor operators, and oversee Calypso programming and maintenance.

The role requires Zeiss Calypso expertise, GD&T knowledge, and familiarity with AS9100/ISO 9001 quality systems. You will partner with Quality, Engineering, and Production to improve inspection methods and maintain measurement integrity.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Zeiss Calypso for programming, alignment and reporting.
• Knowledge of GD&T per ASME Y14.5 and mechanical drawing interpretation.
• Familiarity with AS9100 / ISO 9001 quality management systems.
• Experience leading or training a technical team is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily CMM inspection operations and ensure accuracy and on‑time completion.
• Assign and manage workloads using Schedule Task Manager App.
• Oversee proof-outs and MBO programs to verify dimensional compliance.
• Maintain CMM utilization metrics and multiple machines running Auto-Run.
• Verify daily probe qualifications, stylus setup, and calibration logs.
• Supervise Calypso programming, report generation, and BKMs updates.
• Conduct weekly layered audits of CMM activities and data integrity.
• Interface with Zeiss support as SPOC; track service requests and resolutions.
• Collaborate with Engineering and Quality to drive process improvements.
• Maintain and update BKMs for CMM operations and routines.
• Support CAPA and RAIL investigations as needed.
• Ensure inspection results comply with AS9100/ISO 9001 and customer standards.
• Provide monthly performance feedback and development plans for technicians.

Skills

Leadership experience

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

ASQ CQT certification preferred

Experience with AS9100 / ISO 9001 quality systems

Tools

Zeiss Calypso

Pi-Web

QC-Calc

Job description

Description

Ascentec Engineering is hiring a CMM Lead who will be responsible for ensuring the accuracy, efficiency, and consistency of all Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) inspection operations. This includes daily workload coordination, technical oversight of CMM programming and maintenance, and mentoring of CMM operators and inspectors. The role requires strong knowledge of Zeiss Calypso software, GD&T principles, and advanced metrology techniques to maintain precision and throughput in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This position serves as the technical focal point between Quality, Engineering, and Production, ensuring measurement integrity, compliance with customer specifications, and continuous improvement of inspection processes.

This position is onsite at our Tualatin headquarters and not eligible for Visa sponsorship or transfer of Visa sponsorship.

Requirements

Expectations

• Lead daily CMM inspection operations, ensuring all measurement activities are completed accurately and on schedule.
• Assign and manage CMM workloads using the Schedule Task Manager App; balance tasks according to technician skill level and machine availability.
• Oversee proof-outs and Machine Buy-Off (MBO) programs to verify dimensional compliance prior to release.
• Maintain CMM Utilization =50%, Earned Hour metrics and minimum of two CMMs running Auto-Run daily. Subject to change with demand.
• Verify daily probe qualifications, stylus setup, and system calibration logs.
• Ensure adherence to 750 CMM Setup Log and 750 Troubleshooting Procedures.
• Supervise and train operators in Calypso programming, report generation, and BKM documentation updates.
• Perform and document weekly layered audits of CMM activities, data integrity, and 5S compliance.
• Interface with Zeiss technical support as the single point of contact (SPOC); track service requests, corrective actions, and resolutions.
• Collaborate with Engineering and Quality to identify process improvements and reduce variation in inspection methods.
• Maintain and update Best Known Methods (BKMs) for CMM operations, including calibration routines, troubleshooting, and program structure standards.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives, corrective action (CAPA), and RAIL investigations as needed.
• Ensure inspection results comply with AS9100, ISO 9001, and customer quality standards.
• Provide monthly performance feedback and development plans for assigned technicians.

Education And Experience

• Proficiency in Zeiss Calypso, including program creation, alignment, and reporting.
• Knowledge of GD&T per ASME Y14.5 and mechanical drawing interpretation.
• Experience with AS9100 / ISO 9001 quality management systems.
• Familiarity with Pi-Web, QC-Calc, or similar statistical reporting software.
• ASQ CQT (Certified Quality Technician) certification preferred.
• Experience leading or training a technical team is a plus.

Personal Qualifications

• Self-motivated, organized, and detail-oriented with strong analytical ability.
• Effective communicator across departments and shifts.
• Collaborative, adaptable, and solution-focused mindset.
• Demonstrates leadership through accountability and example.

Working Conditions / Physical Hazards

• Work occurs primarily in a laboratory and machine shop environment with exposure to noise, coolant mist, dust, and lubricants. Use of protective equipment is required. The position involves walking and standing for extended periods and occasional lifting of moderate weight components.

Compensation/Benefits

• $25 to $35 per hour DOE
• Medical / Dental / Vision
• 401k with company match up to 4%
• Tiered Quarterly Bonus Program
• Short-term and Long-term Disability
• Tuition Assistance or Reimbursement
• Life Insurance
• Paid time off / paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Programs

Applicant must be able to pass a drug screen and criminal background check prior to employment.

ITAR REQUIREMENTS

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Ascentec Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Ascentec Engineering is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.