Precision CMM Programmer & Dimensional Inspector

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP; Hawthorne, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 62,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company stock options

Stock options program

Discretionary bonuses

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Medical, vision & dental coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Paid vacation & holidays

Job summary

SpaceX seeks a Dimensional Inspector (CMM Programmer) to perform precision inspections across supplier sites, using CMMs, Romer Arm, and PC-DMIS/Verisurf. You will develop inspection plans, verify certifications, and ensure all parts meet SpaceX specifications. Travel up to 10–20% is required.

Qualifications include a high school diploma and 3+ years in precision mechanical inspection with CMM programming or Romer Arm experience. Strong knowledge of AS9100/ISO 9001 is preferred.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of precision mechanical inspection experience.
• Experience with CMM programming and operations.
• Knowledge of AS9100/ISO9001 quality systems.

Responsibilities

• Travel to supplier sites for dimensional inspections.
• Use standard gauges and inspect feature tolerances.
• Inspect flight hardware according to drawings and specs.
• Develop inspection plans with suppliers and support stakeholders.
• Lead continuous improvement of inspection processes.

Skills

CMM programming

CMM operations

Faro Arm experience

PC-DMIS software

Verisurf software

Romer Arm experience

ASME Y14.5 GD&T

Metrology tools usage

Quality systems knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalency certificate

Tools

PC-DMIS

Verisurf

Romer Arm

Job description

SpaceX seeks a Dimensional Inspector (CMM Programmer) to perform precision inspections across supplier sites, using CMMs, Romer Arm, and PC-DMIS/Verisurf. You will develop inspection plans, verify certifications, and ensure all parts meet SpaceX specifications. Travel up to 10–20% is required.

Qualifications include a high school diploma and 3+ years in precision mechanical inspection with CMM programming or Romer Arm experience. Strong knowledge of AS9100/ISO 9001 is preferred.