Coordinate Metrology Programmer (Aerospace Precision)

TekPro Engineering; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

TekPro Engineering in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a Coordinate Metrology Programmer to create, validate, and optimize CMM programs for aerospace precision parts. You’ll work offline from CAD models using PC-DMIS or CMM Manager, interpreting GD&T and complex drawings to plan inspection strategies.

You will own FAI, in-process and final dimensional inspections, maintain quality records, and push continuous improvements in accuracy and throughput while collaborating with Quality and Manufacturing on

Qualifications

• 5+ years dedicated CMM programming experience.
• Proficiency with PC-DMIS or CMM Manager (offline, CAD-driven programming).
• Deep knowledge of GD&T and blueprint interpretation.
• Aerospace or precision machining background preferred.
• Self-directed problem solver with a process-improvement mindset.

Responsibilities

• Create, validate, and optimize CMM programs from CAD models.
• Interpret blueprints and GD&T to plan inspection strategies.
• Own FAI, in-process and final dimensional inspections.
• Diagnose program issues and drive continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with Quality and Manufacturing.

Skills

CMM programming

PC-DMIS

CMM Manager

GD&T

Blueprint interpretation

Quality records

Problem solving

Tools

PC-DMIS

CMM Manager

CAD models

Job description

Coordinate Metrology Programmer (Aerospace Precision)Location: Phoenix, AZCompensation: $35–$45/hrEmployment: Direct Hire | 1st ShiftWhat a day looks likeAt 6:00 AM, you’re reviewing a complex aerospace drawing and planning your inspection strategy. You load the CAD model, build an offline program in PC-DMIS or CMM Manager, and choose features and datums to capture every critical tolerance. By mid-morning, you’re running a First Article Inspection, confirming GD&T callouts, and documenting results. Throughout the day, you refine routines, streamline cycle times, and troubleshoot edge cases so inspections are repeatable, accurate, and efficient. You partner with Quality and Manufacturing to resolve ambiguities and ensure parts go out the door with absolute confidence.Your impactCreate, validate, and optimize CMM programs using PC-DMIS or CMM Manager from CAD models, primarily offline.Interpret complex blueprints and advanced GD&T to plan inspection strategies for tight-tolerance aerospace components.Own FAI, in-process and final dimensional inspection routines, and associated quality records.Diagnose and correct program issues; drive continuous improvement for accuracy and throughput.What you’ll bring5+ years dedicated CMM programming experience.Proven ability with PC-DMIS or CMM Manager, including offline, CAD-driven programming (required).Deep knowledge of GD&T and blueprint interpretation.Background in aerospace or precision machining preferred.Self-directed problem solver with a process-improvement mindset.ScheduleMon–Thu: 6:00 AM – 4:30 PMFri: 6:00 AM – 2:30 PMWhy you’ll love it here$35–$45/hr1st shift, consistent daytime hoursDirect-hire, stable role in an established aerospace precision machining environmentHands-on ownership of inspection programming and process improvementWork with advanced aerospace parts and modern metrology toolsReady to lead the metrology program? Apply today and help us raise the bar for aerospace quality in Phoenix.