CMM Programmer - 2nd Shift

Karman Space & Defense; Huntington Beach (CA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Health Savings Account (HSA) with公司贡献

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Company‑paid life and AD&D insurance

Short‑ and long‑term disability

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Karman Space & Defense is hiring a CMM Programmer for 2nd shift in Huntington Beach, CA. You will program and operate CMMs to support dimensional inspections, create accurate reports, and ensure traceability in a tight-tolerance aerospace environment.

Required are 3+ years in CMM programming, Calypso proficiency, GD&T expertise, and the ability to work independently on the production floor while maintaining AS9100/ISO standards. Strong fixture design and metrology skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or technical training.
• 3+ years of experience, including CMM programming.
• Hands-on with at least three metrology types (CNC CMM, portable CMM, laser tracker, 3D scanners, or optical comparators).
• Proficiency with Calypso or equivalent CMM software.
• Experience designing and building holding fixtures for CMMs.
• Proficiency with micrometers and height gauges.
• Strong GD&T understanding per ASME Y14.5.
• Strong blueprint reading skills.
• Experience with tight‑tolerance aerospace components and dimensional inspection tools.
• Experience with AS9100 and ISO standards.
• Ability to work independently on production floor and document results.

Responsibilities

• Programs and operates coordinate measuring machines (CMMs) using Zeiss Calypso and related software.
• Conducts dimensional inspections, portable CMM inspections, first article inspections, and final inspections while maintaining AS9100 and AS9102 documentation.
• Performs dimensional layouts, CAD‑to‑part comparisons, tooling checks, fixture checks, and inspection reporting.
• Reads and interprets engineering drawings, CAD models, and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).
• Uses precision measuring equipment including micrometers, calipers, bore gauges, optical comparators, height gauges, thread gauges, indicators, pin gauges, and surface plate tools.
• Identifies and documents nonconforming material and supports nonconformance reports (NCRs), MRB activity, root‑cause investigations, and corrective actions.
• Partners with Quality Engineering to support problem‑solving, root‑cause analysis, and product design activities.
• Documents inspection results and maintains accurate inspection, traceability, and FAIR records.
• Follows safety, quality, and operational procedures in an aerospace manufacturing environment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Independent work

Problem solving

GD&T understanding

Education

Bachelor’s degree or technical training

Tools

Calypso

CMM programming

Portable CMM

Laser tracker

Optical comparators

Job description

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CMM Programmer - 2nd Shift

Q/A Full Time Manual Labor Huntington Beach, CA, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 4161

Salary Range: $45.00 To $63.00 Hourly

CMM Programmer

Karman Space & Defense is a leader in the rapid design, development, and production of critical, next‑generation system solutions that align with the U.S. Department of War and its allies’ core mission priorities, and meet the accelerating demand for access to space. Building on nearly 50 years of success, we deliver Payload & Protection Systems, Aero/Hydrodynamic Interstage Systems, and Propulsion & Launch Systems to more than 80 prime contractors supporting over 130 space and defense programs.

This role is part of our Tactical Missiles and Integrated Defense Systems business, which designs and develops integrated missile and defense systems that support critical missions across air, land, and sea. We combine comprehensive analysis, engineering, and program execution capabilities to deliver mission‑tailored solutions that reduce lead times, lower costs, and simplify complex multi‑vendor supply chains. Backed by decades of flight‑proven and fielded performance, we design and build mission‑critical technologies including launch systems, propulsion, payload integration solutions, UAV components, missile subsystems, and Safe & Arm systems.

As a CMM Programmer, you will program and operate coordinate measuring machines (CMMs) to support dimensional inspections, first article inspections, and final inspections across aerospace components. You will contribute to product quality and compliance by interpreting engineering data, conducting precise measurements, maintaining AS9100 and AS9102 documentation, and partnering with Quality Engineering on root‑cause investigations. Your work ensures accurate inspection output that supports reliable manufacturing and customer requirements.

Responsibilities

• Programs and operates coordinate measuring machines (CMMs) using Zeiss Calypso and related software.
• Conducts dimensional inspections, portable CMM inspections, first article inspections, and final inspections while maintaining AS9100 and AS9102 documentation.
• Performs dimensional layouts, CAD‑to‑part comparisons, tooling checks, fixture checks, and inspection reporting.
• Reads and interprets engineering drawings, CAD models, and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).
• Uses precision measuring equipment including micrometers, calipers, bore gauges, optical comparators, height gauges, thread gauges, indicators, pin gauges, and surface plate tools.
• Identifies and documents nonconforming material and supports nonconformance reports (NCRs), material review board (MRB) activity, root‑cause investigations, and corrective actions.
• Partners with Quality Engineering to support problem‑solving, root‑cause analysis, and product design activities.
• Documents inspection results and maintains accurate inspection, traceability, and first article inspection report (FAIR) records.
• Follows safety, quality, and operational procedures in an aerospace manufacturing environment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or technical training.
• 3 or more years of experience, including CMM programming.
• Hands‑on experience with at least three types of metrology equipment such as computer numerical control (CNC) CMM, portable CMM, laser tracker, large‑volume or automated 3D scanners, or optical comparators.
• Proficiency with CMM software including Calypso or equivalent software with the ability to learn Calypso quickly.
• Experience designing and building holding fixtures for CMMs.
• Proficiency with precision measuring equipment including micrometers, height gauges, and other hand tools.
• Excellent understanding of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) per ASME Y14.5.
• Strong blueprint reading skills.
• Experience with tight‑tolerance aerospace components and dimensional inspection tools.
• Experience with AS9100 and International Organization for Standardization (ISO) standards.
• Ability to work independently on the production floor and accurately document inspection results and product traceability.

Preferred Qualifications

• FARO articulated‑arm experience.
• Verisurf software experience.
• Portable CMM programming or inspection‑routine development experience.
• Experience with nonconformance reports (NCRs), material review board (MRB) processes, root‑cause analysis, and corrective actions.
• AS9100 internal audit experience.

Special Mentions

• No travel required for this position.

This position requires U.S. person status under U.S. export control laws, including U.S. citizens and nationals, lawful permanent residents, refugees, and asylees.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contribution
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Company‑paid life and AD&D insurance
• Short‑and long‑term disability coverage
• Tuition reimbursement

Karman Space and Defense is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.