Dimensional Inspector

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Mountainhome (PA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Xyant Technology in the aerospace sector seeks a Dimensional Inspector for a 9‑month contract. You will set up, program, and operate CMM equipment to perform first-article, in-process, and final inspections under GD&T.

Responsibilities include interpreting drawings, creating and troubleshooting CMM programs (e.g., Calypso), documenting results, and supporting root-cause investigations while maintaining calibration and quality records.

Qualifications

• 1 to 2 years experience with CMM programming.
• Aerospace, defense, automotive, or precision machining background is a plus.
• Experience with FAIRs, PPAPs, and AS9100/ISO 9001 standards.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and quality documentation systems.

Responsibilities

• Set up, program, and operate CMM equipment to perform first-article, in-process, and final inspections.
• Interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, models, and GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerenicing).
• Create, modify, and troubleshoot CMM programs (e.g., Calypso).
• Perform dimensional analysis using micrometers, calipers, height gages, optical comparators, and other precision instruments.
• Document inspection results and generate reports for quality records, FAIRs, and customer submissions.
• Identify nonconformances and communicate findings to engineering, production, and quality teams.
• Support root-cause investigations, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain calibration of inspection tools and follow all standard work, safety procedures, and quality system requirements.

Skills

CMM programming

GD&T knowledge

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Tools

Calypso

Microsoft Office

quality documentation systems

Job description

Xyant Technology, established in 1995, is a premier federal systems integrator that provides technical and business solutions in information technology, systems engineering, scientific support and management consulting.

AWARDS

Winner of Nationwide Best of the Best Small Business Award from Federal Aviation

Job Description

Job Title:Dimensional Inspector - Aerospace

Duration:9 Months Contract (40 hours per week)

Kindly Note:Mon-Fri 7:30AM - 4:30PM (with 45 min lunch)

Direct Client Need

Job Responsibilities:

• Set up, program, and operate CMM equipment to perform first-article, in-process, and final inspections.
• Interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, models, and GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing).
• Create, modify, and troubleshoot CMM programs (e.g., Calypso)
• Perform dimensional analysis using micrometers, calipers, height gages, optical comparators, and other precision instruments.
• Document inspection results and generate reports for quality records, FAIRs, and customer submissions.
• Identify nonconformances and communicate findings to engineering, production, and quality teams.
• Support root-cause investigations, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain calibration of inspection tools and follow all standard work, safety procedures, and quality system requirements.
• Assist with training operators and inspectors on print reading and measurement techniques.

Qualifications

• 1 to 2yearsexperience with CMM programming
• Nice to have Aerospace, defense, automotive, or precision machining background.
• Experience with FAIRs, PPAPs, and AS9100/ISO 9001 standards.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and quality documentation systems
• Education: HS Diploma or GED equivalent or Relevant Experience.