Quality Test Specialist 3

Spectraforce Technologies; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Spectraforce Technologies is seeking a Quality Test Specialist 3 for our Mesa, AZ team. You will program and optimize NC/CMM processes, applying GD&T expertise to ensure precision and manufacturing quality on complex components.

Responsibilities include setting up, validating, and running CMM routines, performing first-article inspections, reviewing programs, and mentoring shop-floor staff on metrology best practices. This role follows a Monday–Friday schedule with first/second shifts.

Qualifications

• 3+ years inspecting and programming CMMs or similar measurement systems.
• 3+ years applying GD&T to inspection tasks.
• Experience with on-machine probing or laser-tracking systems.
• Proficiency with micrometers, calipers, height gauges and bore gauges.
• Strong attention to detail and shop-floor dexterity.

Responsibilities

• Set up, program, validate, and run CMM measurement routines.
• Perform first-article and in-process inspections; audit measurements.
• Review NC/CMM programs for accuracy and repeatability.
• Interpret drawings and apply GD&T to inspection plans.
• Document results and communicate findings for disposition.
• Coordinate calibration and mentor operators on CMM use.
• Support engineering with corrective actions as needed.
• Work under general direction on complex issues.

Skills

CMM programming

GD&T interpretation

On-machine probing

Hand tool measurement

Shop-floor dexterity

Tools

PC-DMIS

CAD-based CMM programming

Job description

Job Title

Quality Test Specialist 3

Position Details

• Duration: 6 Months
• Location: Mesa, AZ
• Shifts: 1st or 2nd shift, must be available for both
• This position may be located primarily on 1st or 2nd shift and follows a Monday‑Friday working schedule. Initial training and intermittent support may be required on alternate shifts.

Job Description

Are you a precision‑minded Coordinate Measurement Machine (CMM) operating expert ready to drive quality and innovation? We’re seeking a talented individual to join our advanced manufacturing team. You’ll program, review, and optimize NC/CMM processes – applying your GD&T expertise and laser tracking know‑how to ensure world‑class measurement integrity.

This role may be eligible for changes in shift assignment depending on business needs.

Position Responsibilities

• Set up, program, validate, and run CMM measurement routines for machined and composite components.
• Perform first‑article inspections, in‑process inspections, and audit measurements using CMM, on‑machine probes, laser tracker, and hand measurement tools (micrometers, calipers, height gauges, bore gauges, gage pins, etc.).
• Review and verify NC/CMM programs for accuracy and repeatability; act as an NC/CMM Programming Reviewer as needed.
• Interpret engineering drawings and apply GD&T to create and follow inspection plans.
• Record and document measurement results, generate inspection reports, and communicate findings to manufacturing and engineering to support disposition and corrective actions.
• Perform routine calibration checks and basic verification of metrology equipment; coordinate formal calibration as required.
• Mentor and train operators/inspectors on CMM operation, probing best practices, and use of hand measuring instruments.
• Work under general direction and expedite complex issues to engineering or quality as required.

Required Skills

• 3+ years hands‑on experience performing inspections and programming CMMs and other dimensional measurement systems (e.g., CMM, laser tracker, photogrammetry, portable arms, or on‑machine probing).
• 3+ years experience applying GD&T to inspection tasks and interpreting engineering drawings.
• 3+ years experience performing inspections using on‑machine probing and/or laser‑tracking systems.
• Proficiency with hand measurement tools (micrometers, calipers, height gauges, bore gauges, gage pins, etc.) and experience using them for verification and troubleshooting.
• Strong attention to detail, manual dexterity, and ability to work directly on the shop floor.

Preferred Skills

• 5+ years related inspection/CMM experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience programming and operating PC-DMIS or other CMM software.
• Experience working from CAD models to develop CMM routines.
• Experience with composite and metallic part inspection, including knowledge of composite layup and machining considerations.
• Previous experience mentoring or training other inspectors/operators.