Senior CMM Programmer & Quality Inspector

Curtiss-Wright; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

401K match

Health benefits

Learning opportunities

Referral program

Competitive pay

Recognition

Employee stock purchase plan

Inclusive culture

Job summary

Curtiss-Wright is seeking a Sr. CMM Programmer / Quality Inspector to develop and maintain CMM inspection programs using CAD models and drawings, ensure measurement precision, and verify GD&T compliance across parts and assemblies.

You will collaborate with quality and engineering teams, train junior staff, and document inspection results while supporting continuous improvement in inspection methods and processes.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of GD&T and quality systems.
• Proficiency with CMM software (PC-DMIS, Calypso).
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and 3D CAD models.
• Problem-solving and analytical skills for troubleshooting measurement issues.
• Communication skills for reporting results and collaborating across departments.
• High school diploma, technical certificate, or equivalent experience.
• Certifications such as GD&T, ASQ, or specialized CMM programming credentials.
• Typically 4 - 6 years of inspection, manufacturing, laboratory, quality control, or related technical experience.
• Working knowledge of inspection methods, sampling procedures, and quality documentation.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, procedures, and acceptance criteria.
• Experience using measurement tools, gauges, and inspection equipment.
• Strong documentation, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and modify CMM inspection programs using CAD models and engineering drawings.
• Operate, calibrate, and maintain CMM equipment to ensure measurement accuracy.
• Perform inspections and verify that manufactured parts meet geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) requirements
• Troubleshoot measurement and programming issues to reduce downtime.
• Analyze and document measurement data
• Collaborate with quality and engineering team to resolve quality concerns
• Train and support junior programmers or QC personnel in CMM operation and programming.
• Perform detailed inspections, checks, testing, and sampling of incoming materials, in-process products, packaging operations, and finished goods.
• Evaluate inspection results against drawings, specifications, test plans, and quality standards to support product acceptance, rejection, or rework.
• Prepare and review product verification documentation, inspection records, and quality control reports for completeness and accuracy.
• Assist with procedure drafting, validation support, and troubleshooting of inspection or test methods.
• Monitor critical equipment, instrumentation, and inspection processes; escalate unusual or concerning results to Quality Engineering or Manufacturing.

Skills

GDT knowledge

Quality systems

Interpreting drawings

Problem-solving

Communication

Documentation

Education

High school diploma or technical certificate

GD&T or ASQ certifications

Tools

PC-DMIS

Calypso

Job description

Curtiss-Wright is seeking a Sr. CMM Programmer / Quality Inspector to develop and maintain CMM inspection programs using CAD models and drawings, ensure measurement precision, and verify GD&T compliance across parts and assemblies.

You will collaborate with quality and engineering teams, train junior staff, and document inspection results while supporting continuous improvement in inspection methods and processes.