Senior CMM Programmer - Precision Metrology

Socket.dev; Durham (CT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Hobson & Motzer, now part of Vantedge Medical, is seeking a skilled CMM Programmer to develop, validate, and optimize inspection programs at two local CT facilities. The role emphasizes translating engineering requirements and GD&T into robust inspection strategies, ensuring accurate measurements for production and NPI.

You will collaborate across Quality, Manufacturing and Design Engineering, mentoring operators and maintaining calibration and lab practices to sustain reliability and

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on CMM programming on a modern platform.
• Deep knowledge of automated metrology sensor hardware including tactile probes, vision systems, laser and structured lighting.
• Strong command of GD&T per ASME Y14.5.
• Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings and CAD solid models, 3D surfaces, wireframe geometries.
• Experience validating inspection fixtures.
• Willingness to travel between 2 local facilities.
• Familiarity with PPAP/APQP style first article inspection documentation.

Responsibilities

• Develop, program, validate, and optimize CMM inspection routines from CAD models and drawings.
• Perform First Article Inspections (FAI) and support PPAP data requirements for new and revised parts.
• Develop and validate inspection fixtures and measurement methods for accurate, repeatable CMM inspection.
• Manage dimensional measurement data for statistical analysis, capability studies, and quality reporting.
• Support NPI by developing measurement strategies and inspection plans early in the product development cycle.
• Troubleshoot dimensional and measurement issues and partner with Quality Engineering, Manufacturing, and Design Engineering to identify root cause and corrective actions.
• Maintain and continuously improve existing CMM programs for accuracy, efficiency, and repeatability.
• Mentor CMM operators and junior technicians on programming, GD&T, and measurement best practices.
• Maintain CMM calibration, stylus qualification, and metrology lab practices to ensure measurement system reliability.

Skills

CMM programming

GD&T ASME Y14.5

Reading drawings / CAD models

Metrology hardware

Communication

Travel readiness

First article inspection documentation

Tools

Zeiss CALYPSO

OGP

Nikon

Alicona

Job description

Hobson & Motzer, now part of Vantedge Medical, is seeking a skilled CMM Programmer to develop, validate, and optimize inspection programs at two local CT facilities. The role emphasizes translating engineering requirements and GD&T into robust inspection strategies, ensuring accurate measurements for production and NPI.

You will collaborate across Quality, Manufacturing and Design Engineering, mentoring operators and maintaining calibration and lab practices to sustain reliability and