CMM Programmer – On-Site Precision Metrology in Santa Ana

K-V Engineering, Inc.; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

K-V Engineering, Inc. in Santa Ana, CA is seeking a full-time CMM Programmer on-site. You will program and operate CMM equipment to perform precise dimensional inspections of manufactured components, following drawings and GD&T standards.

You will collaborate with production and quality teams to troubleshoot measurement issues and document results. Responsibilities include creating and optimizing CMM programs, calibrating equipment, and contributing to continuous improvement of inspection

Qualifications

• Experience using gauges and precision measurement instruments for dimensional inspection.
• Quality control practices including documentation and standards compliance.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, and 3D models.
• Calibration and maintenance of inspection equipment for accuracy.
• CMM programming experience with PC-DMIS or Verisurf.
• Experience in aerospace, defense, or high-precision manufacturing is beneficial.
• Ability to read/interpret technical drawings with attention to detail.
• Strong problem-solving and communication in cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Program and operate CMM equipment to perform dimensional inspections.
• Create and optimize CMM programs; set up and verify measurements.
• Analyze inspection data and document results.
• Collaborate with production and quality teams; troubleshoot issues.
• Support root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Maintain calibration records and ensure equipment integrity.

Skills

Gauges & measurements

Quality control

GD&T interpretation

CMM programming

Data analysis

Reading drawings

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree or technical certificate in metrology/manufacturing

Tools

PC-DMIS

Verisurf

Job description

K-V Engineering, Inc. in Santa Ana, CA is seeking a full-time CMM Programmer on-site. You will program and operate CMM equipment to perform precise dimensional inspections of manufactured components, following drawings and GD&T standards.

You will collaborate with production and quality teams to troubleshoot measurement issues and document results. Responsibilities include creating and optimizing CMM programs, calibrating equipment, and contributing to continuous improvement of inspection