CMM Programmer

Kaleidoscope Innovation, Inc.; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaleidoscope Innovation, Inc. is seeking a skilled CMM Programmer with hands-on experience in the gas turbine and aerospace industry to develop, optimize, and execute inspection programs ensuring precision and compliance with aerospace standards.

You will program with PC-DMIS, Calypso, or MCOSMOS, inspect turbine blades, rotors, and complex parts, interpret GD&T and CAD models, perform FAI per AS9102, and collaborate across manufacturing, quality, and engineering to resolve dimensional issues

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related field.
• 3+ years of hands-on CMM programming experience in aerospace or gas turbine manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of CMM programming software such as PC-DMIS and Calypso.
• Deep understanding of GD&T and reading engineering drawings.
• Experience inspecting tight-tolerance, high-precision aerospace components.
• Familiarity with superalloys, titanium, and composites.
• Knowledge of AS9100/AS9102 aerospace quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop, edit, and optimize CMM programs using PC-DMIS, Calypso, or MCOSMOS.
• Inspect complex aerospace components such as turbine blades, rotors, and casings.
• Interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, and CAD models.
• Perform first article inspections (FAI) per AS9102.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, and engineering to resolve dimensional issues.
• Analyze inspection data and generate reports using statistical tools.
• Ensure compliance with AS9100/ISO aerospace quality standards.
• Maintain calibration and operation of CMM equipment.
• Troubleshoot programming or measurement discrepancies and implement corrective actions.
• Support continuous improvement for inspection efficiency and accuracy.

Skills

CMM programming

GD&T

Blueprint reading

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing, or related field

Tools

PC-DMIS

Calypso

MCOSMOS

Job description

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CMM Programmer

9 days ago Requisition ID: 1345

Salary Range: $60,000.00 To $85,000.00 Annually

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled CMM (Coordinate Measuring Machine) Programmer with hands‑on experience in the gas turbine and/or aerospace industry. The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing, optimizing, and executing inspection programs to ensure precision measurement and compliance with strict aerospace quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, edit, and optimize CMM programs using software such as PC-DMIS, Calypso, or MCOSMOS.
• Perform inspections of complex components such as turbine blades, vanes, rotors, stators, casings, and precision aerospace parts.
• Interpret engineering drawings, GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing), and CAD models.
• Conduct first article inspections (FAI) in accordance with AS9102 standards.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, and engineering teams to resolve dimensional and process issues.
• Analyze inspection data and generate detailed reports using statistical tools.
• Ensure compliance with AS9100, ISO standards, and aerospace quality requirements.
• Maintain calibration and proper functioning of CMM equipment.
• Troubleshoot programming or measurement discrepancies and recommend corrective actions.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing inspection efficiency and accuracy.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 3+ years of hands‑on experience as a CMM Programmer in aerospace or gas turbine manufacturing.
• Strong expertise in CMM programming software (PC-DMIS, Calypso, etc.).
• In-depth understanding of GD&T and blueprint reading.
• Experience in inspecting tight‑tolerance, high‑precision components.
• Familiarity superalloys, titanium, and composites.
• Knowledge of AS9100 / AS9102 standards and aerospace quality systems.

Kaleidoscope, an Infosys Company, is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, spouse of protected veteran, or disability.