CMM Programmer

Appone; Manchester (CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Aerospace & Defense, a premier provider for space and defense components, is seeking a CMM Programmer in Manchester, CT. The role focuses on programming, proving out, and supporting CMM inspections of critical aerospace components.

You'll use MCOSMOS as primary, with Calypso/Modus desirable, collaborate with Quality, Engineering, and Manufacturing, and ensure timely inspection data and documentation.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years hands-on CMM programming in manufacturing, aerospace preferred.
• Experience with interpreting engineering drawings and GD&T.
• Proficiency with MCOSMOS required; Calypso or Modus desirable.
• Ability to operate manual inspection tools and document results.

Responsibilities

• Generate and prove out CMM programs for Mitutoyo, Zeiss, and Metris CMMs.
• Set up and prove out programs using fixtures and instructions.
• Interpret drawings and GD&T to ensure compliance.
• Review CMM results, identify nonconformances, and escalate as needed.
• Maintain CMM programs and documentation; support root cause analysis.
• Collaborate with Quality, Engineering, and Manufacturing to improve processes.
• Train inspection personnel on CMM operations as needed.
• Perform validation and calibration checks to ensure accuracy.

Skills

CMM programming

MCOSMOS

Calypso

Modus

GD&T interpretation

Blueprint reading

CMM setup

Measurement data analysis

Tools

Mitutoyo CMMs

Zeiss CMMs

Metris CMMs

Job description

CMM Programmer

About the Organization Applied Aerospace & Defense (Applied) is a premier provider of advanced design, engineering, and vertically integrated manufacturing solutions for leading and next-generation space and defense technology companies. Applied builds complex hardware for extreme operating environments and is focused on three core markets: Space and Launch Systems, Defense Aviation and Airborne Systems, and C5ISR and Precision Strike Systems. With decades of space and defense manufacturing heritage, Applied combines deep material science and IP-enabled process expertise with the ability to enable rapid prototyping, enhance new product development, and responsively scale production. Across its nationwide infrastructure of advanced manufacturing facilities, Applied continuously supports a balanced mix of next-generation technology and platform development, large scale production programs, and aftermarket sustainment for enduring platforms.

EOE Statement Applied Aerospace and Defense is an equal opportunity employer.

Description

The CMM Programmer is responsible for programming, proving out and supporting coordinate measuring machine (CMM) inspections on critical aerospace components in accordance with customer and internal specifications. This role will independently execute CMM programs to communicated NPI and daily production milestones. Programming capability (MCOSMOS) is required for this role. Programming capability (Calypso and/or Modus) is highly desirable. The programmer will interface closely with quality, engineering, production, and manufacturing support teams to ensure timely inspection flow and accurate data collection.

• The CMM Programmer is responsible for generating and proving out CMM programs for Mitutoyo, Zeiss, and Metris CMMs to perform dimensional inspections on aerospace components. This includes
• Set up and prove out created or modified programs using provided fixtures, models, and work instructions.
• Interpret complex engineering drawings and GD&T requirements to ensure compliance with customer specifications.
• Review and interpret CMM results, identify potential nonconformances, and escalated issues appropriately.
• Maintain and organize CMM programs and related documentation, as well as troubleshoot inspection issues and supporting root cause analysis efforts for dimensional discrepancies.
• Collaborate with Quality, Engineering, and Manufacturing personnel to resolve measurement-related challenges and improve process flow.
• May also train other inspection personnel on CMM operation and part setup specific to the programs the Programmer develops, edits, and proves out.
• Validation activities and calibration checks must be performed to ensure CMM accuracy and reliability.

• Minimum 3–5 years of hands-on experience programming CMMs in a manufacturing environment; aerospace preferred.
• Strong understanding of CMM setup, operation, and measurement interpretation.
• Familiarity with programming in one or more languages: MCOSMOS (primary need), Calypso, Modus.
• Proficient in blueprint reading, GD&T interpretation, and application of aerospace tolerances.
• Ability to operate and maintain manual inspection tools (micrometers, calipers, height gages, etc.).
• Effective communicator; able to interface with cross-functional teams and support floor-level issue resolution.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and documentation practices.Self-directed and dependable, with ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Position Requirements

Shift Days

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time

Location Applied Aerospace & Defense, Manchester

Category Quality Control

Req Number QUA-26-00018

Position CMM Programmer MCosmos Experience

Close Date

Post Internal Days 0

Number of Openings 1

Exempt/Non-Exempt Exempt