CMM Programmer/Operator

Quest Global; Fairfield (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Job summary

Quest Global is seeking a CMM Programmer/Operator to inspect aerospace parts onsite in Fairfield, CA. You will develop and run ZEISS Calypso programs, ensuring tight tolerances and AS9100 compliance, while collaborating with machinists and engineers to resolve quality issues.

Ideal candidates have 2–5+ years of CMM experience, strong GD&T skills, and the ability to communicate inspection results clearly across teams.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or technical/associate degree in manufacturing or quality.
• 2–5+ years of hands-on CMM experience in aerospace/defense or high-tolerance manufacturing.
• Proficiency in ZEISS Calypso metrology software.
• Strong understanding of GD&T interpretation and blueprint reading.
• Ability to explain inspection data to production, machining, and management teams.

Responsibilities

• Write and update inspection programs from 3D CAD models and blueprints using ZEISS Calypso.
• Create, debug, and optimize measurement routines for complex parts.
• Set up fixtures, calibrate probes, and run parts on the CMM.
• Perform first-article, in-process, and final part checks.
• Analyze data, record results, and flag out-of-tolerance issues.
• Maintain accurate inspection records and generate quality reports.

Skills

ZEISS Calypso

GD&T interpretation

Blueprint reading

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Technical/associate degree

Tools

ZEISS Calypso

Job description

Job Description

Quest Global delivers world-class end-to-end engineering solutions by leveraging our deep industry knowledge and digital expertise. By bringing together technologies and industries, alongside the contributions of diverse individuals and their areas of expertise, we are able to solve problems better, faster. This multi-dimensional approach enables us to solve the most critical and large-scale challenges across the aerospace & defense, automotive, energy, hi-tech, healthcare, medical devices, rail and semiconductor industries. We are looking for humble geniuses, who believe that engineering has the potential to make the impossible possible; innovators, who are not only inspired by technology and innovation, but also perpetually driven to design, develop, and test as a trusted partner for Fortune 500 customers.

Job Requirements

Job Title: CMM Programmer/Operator

Job Description

Quest Global delivers world-class end-to-end engineering solutions by leveraging our deep industry knowledge and digital expertise. By bringing together technologies and industries, alongside the contributions of diverse individuals and their areas of expertise, we are able to solve problems better, faster. This multi-dimensional approach enables us to solve the most critical and large-scale challenges across the aerospace & defense, automotive, energy, hi-tech, healthcare, medical devices, rail and semiconductor industries. We are looking for humble geniuses, who believe that engineering has the potential to make the impossible possible; innovators, who are not only inspired by technology and innovation, but also perpetually driven to design, develop, and test as a trusted partner for Fortune 500 customers.

Skills

As a team of remarkably diverse engineers, we recognize that what we are really engineering is a brighter future for us all. If you want to contribute to meaningful work and be part of an organization that truly believes when you win, we all win, and when you fail, we all learn, then we’re eager to hear from you. the achievers and courageous challenge-crushers we seek, have the following characteristics and skills:

POSITION: CMM Programmer/Operator

Job Summary

A CMM Calypso Programmer and Operator develops, runs, and troubleshoots Coordinate Measuring Machine programs using ZEISS Calypso software to inspect tight-tolerance aerospace parts.

What You Will Do

• Write and update inspection programs from 3D CAD models and blueprints using ZEISS Calypso software
• Create, debug, and optimize measurement routines for complex parts
• Set up fixtures, calibrate probes, and run parts on the CMM.
• Perform first-article, in-process, and final part checks.
• Analyze data, record results, and flag out-of-tolerance non-conformances.
• Work with machinists and engineers to fix quality issues.
• Maintain accurate inspection records and generate formal quality reports
• Interpret complex Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) per ASME Y14.5 standards, verifying compliance with aerospace rules like AS9100.
• Debug measurement errors, adjust fixturing, and correlate programs to ensure measurement repeatability.

What You Will Bring

• High school diploma or technical/associate degree in a relevant manufacturing or quality field.
• 2 to 5+ years of hands-on CMM experience in precision aerospace, defense, or high-tolerance manufacturing.
• Proficiency in ZEISS Calypso metrology software.
• Strong understanding of GD&T interpretation and blueprint reading.
• Ability to explain inspection data clearly to production, machining, and management teams.

Pay Range

$40/hour-$50/hour

Compensation decisions are made based on factors including experience, skills, education, and other job-related factors, in accordance with our internal pay structure. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, paid time off, and retirement plan.

Work Requirements

This position will be performed onsite in Fairfield, California

• You must be able to commute to and from the location with your own transportation arrangements to meet the required working hours.
• Shop floor environment, which may include but not limited to extensive walking, and ability to lift up to 40 lbs.

Travel Requirements

Due to the nature of the work, more than 0% of travel will be required.

Citizenship Requirement

Due to the nature of the work, U.S. citizenship is required.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program