CMM Programmer - Precision Machining

Laborup; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 62,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Match

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Life Insurance

Training & Career Growth

Job summary

Laborup in Huntsville, AL is seeking a highly experienced CMM programmer to develop, validate, and optimize inspection programs for aerospace components. You will operate Wenzel CMM systems for FAI, in-process and final inspections, interpreting drawings and GD&T to ensure tight tolerances.

Responsibilities include supporting NPIs with inspection strategies, maintaining documentation, and driving continuous improvement in measurement accuracy and efficiency.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of CMM programming experience in a precision manufacturing environment.
• Experience programming Wenzel CMM systems or comparable CMM platforms.
• Strong understanding of GD&T and ASME Y14.5 standards.
• Experience supporting aerospace, defense, medical device, or other high-precision manufacturing.
• Ability to interpret complex engineering drawings and customer specifications.
• Experience with first article inspection (FAI) and production inspection.
• Strong understanding of precision metrology, inspection methodology, and SPC.
• Experience using laser scanning or advanced optical inspection systems is preferred.
• Familiarity with Siemens NX and manufacturing workflows is a plus.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally with engineering, quality, and manufacturing teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop, validate, and optimize CMM inspection programs for complex aerospace and defense components.
• Program and operate Wenzel CMM systems for first article, in-process, and final inspection.
• Interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, and customer specifications to create accurate inspection routines.
• Support new product introductions by developing inspection strategies alongside manufacturing engineering and CNC programming.
• Perform first article inspections and prepare detailed dimensional reports.
• Troubleshoot dimensional issues and collaborate with machinists, programmers, and engineers to identify root causes.
• Validate manufacturing process capability through precision metrology and inspection data.
• Maintain inspection documentation, programs, and quality records.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on measurement accuracy, repeatability, and inspection efficiency.
• Assist with calibration activities and proper maintenance of metrology equipment.

Skills

CMM programming

Wenzel CMM

GD&T knowledge

ASME Y14.5

Aerospace/defense

Statistical Process Control

Cross-functional collaboration

Measurement systems

Tools

Wenzel CMM Systems

Siemens NX

Siemens Sinumerik

Heidenhain controls

Job description

This role supports new product introductions, first articles, process validation, and production inspection by developing and optimizing CMM inspection programs for complex, tight-tolerance components.

Compensation:

$45–55/hr (depending on experience)

What You'll Be Working With:

• Wenzel CMM Systems
• Keyence Laser Inspection Technology
• Siemens NX
• Hermle, Heller, Zayer, and DN Solutions machining centers
• Siemens Sinumerik & Heidenhain controls

Responsibilities:

• Develop, validate, and optimize CMM inspection programs for complex aerospace and defense components.
• Program and operate Wenzel CMM systems for first article, in-process, and final inspection.
• Interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, and customer specifications to create accurate inspection routines.
• Support new product introductions by developing inspection strategies alongside manufacturing engineering and CNC programming.
• Perform first article inspections and prepare detailed dimensional reports.
• Troubleshoot dimensional issues and collaborate with machinists, programmers, and engineers to identify root causes.
• Validate manufacturing process capability through precision metrology and inspection data.
• Maintain inspection documentation, programs, and quality records.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on measurement accuracy, repeatability, and inspection efficiency.
• Assist with calibration activities and proper maintenance of metrology equipment.

• 12+ years of CMM programming experience in a precision manufacturing environment.
• Experience programming Wenzel CMM systems or comparable CMM platforms.
• Strong understanding of GD&T and ASME Y14.5 standards.
• Experience supporting aerospace, defense, medical device, or other high-precision manufacturing.
• Ability to interpret complex engineering drawings and customer specifications.
• Experience with first article inspection (FAI) and production inspection.
• Strong understanding of precision metrology, inspection methodology, and statistical process control (SPC).
• Experience using laser scanning or advanced optical inspection systems is preferred.
• Familiarity with Siemens NX and manufacturing workflows is a plus.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally with engineering, quality, and manufacturing teams.

• Direct hire
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-paid life insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Ongoing technical training and career advancement