Coordinate Measuring Machine Programmer

TechDoQuest; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

TechDoQuest in San Diego, California is seeking a CMM Programmer responsible for developing and optimizing programs for dimensional inspection of aerospace components. This role is essential for ensuring accuracy and product conformity.

The successful candidate will create CMM programs, interpret technical drawings, and support various inspection activities. Required qualifications include programming expertise in a manufacturing context, strong GD&T knowledge, and experience with precision manufacturing components.

Qualifications

• Experience in programming coordinate measuring machines in manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of GD&T, inspection methods, and measurement principles.
• Ability to work with tight tolerances on quality-critical components.

Responsibilities

• Create, validate, and maintain CMM programs for aerospace parts.
• Interpret engineering drawings and inspection plans for compliance.
• Support first article and final inspection activities.

Skills

Programming coordinate measuring machines

GD&T and blueprint reading

Inspection methods and measurement principles

Tools

Common CMM software platforms

Job description

The CMM Programmer is responsible for developing, validating, and optimizing coordinate measuring machine programs to support dimensional inspection of aerospace components. This role plays a key part in ensuring inspection accuracy, product conformity, and manufacturing quality performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Create, validate, and maintain CMM programs for complex aerospace parts and assemblies;
• interpret engineering drawings, GD&T requirements, and inspection plans to ensure dimensional compliance;
• support first article, in-process, and final inspection activities;
• troubleshoot inspection issues and improve measurement efficiency, repeatability, and program robustness;
• collaborate with manufacturing, quality, and engineering teams to resolve dimensional discrepancies and support corrective actions.

Required Qualifications:

• Experience programming coordinate measuring machines in a manufacturing environment; strong understanding of GD&T, blueprint reading, inspection methods, and measurement principles;
• Ability to work with tight tolerances and quality-critical components;
• Experience supporting production and inspection operations in a precision manufacturing setting.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Aerospace manufacturing or MRO experience; familiarity with common CMM software platforms and metrology best practices; experience supporting high-mix or fast-turnaround inspection environments.

Work Arrangement / Engagement Notes:

• This role is generally expected to support on-site inspection and validation activities.