Zeiss ScanBox Programmer

Cyient; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Cyient Limited seeks an experienced Zeiss ScanBox Programmer to support automated optical inspection in a fast-paced aerospace QC environment. You will create, optimize, and manage ScanBox programs for Series 5/6 systems using structured-light ATOS technology.

The role requires deep expertise in GOM Inspect Pro / Zeiss Inspect Pro, hands-on ScanBox programming, and strong GD&T know-how applied to aerospace inspection. ITAR compliant, with a focus on program lifecycle management.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of direct experience programming and operating Zeiss ScanBox or GOM ATOS ScanBox systems.
• Advanced proficiency in GOM Inspect Professional / Zeiss Inspect Professional, including scripting and automation.
• Strong working knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Experience in aerospace manufacturing, MRO/aftermarket, or other high-precision industries.

Responsibilities

• Develop, program, and optimize automated inspection routines for Zeiss ScanBox Series 5/6 systems.
• Create, maintain, and expand a structured library of ScanBox measurement programs.
• Perform offline and online programming, including robot path planning and sensor configuration.
• Configure fixtures, alignment strategies, and inspection sequences to support repeatable measurements.
• Apply GD&T principles to inspection plan development and data evaluation.
• Troubleshoot and continuously improve existing ScanBox programs for production needs.
• Collaborate with Quality, Manufacturing, and Engineering to resolve inspection issues and improve workflows.
• Stay current with Zeiss/GOM software ecosystem releases and capabilities.

Skills

Zeiss ScanBox programming

GOM Inspect Professional

GD&T

Scripting/Automation

Tools

Calypso

Zeiss Inspect Professional

GOM Inspect Professional

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Zeiss ScanBox Programmer to support automated optical inspection within a fast-paced aerospace quality environment. This role is dedicated to the creation, optimization, and long-term management of automated inspection programs for Zeiss ScanBox Series 5/6 systems using structured-light ATOS technology.

The position operates within a Quality Control (QC) clinic and serves as a technical authority for ScanBox automation, scripting, and program lifecycle management. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in GOM Inspect Professional / Zeiss Inspect Professional, hands-on ScanBox programming experience, and a strong understanding of GD&T as applied to aerospace inspection.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, program, and optimize automated inspection routines for Zeiss ScanBox Series 5/6 systems
• Create, maintain, and expand a structured library of ScanBox measurement programs
• Perform offline and online programming, including robot path planning and sensor configuration
• Configure fixtures, alignment strategies, and inspection sequences to support repeatable measurements
• Apply GD&T principles to inspection plan development and data evaluation
• Troubleshoot, refine, and continuously improve existing ScanBox programs to support production needs
• Collaborate with Quality, Manufacturing, and Engineering teams to resolve inspection issues and improve measurement workflows
• Stay current with new releases and capabilities within the Zeiss/GOM software ecosystem
• Support high-mix, high-precision aerospace inspection requirements in a QC clinic environment

Required Qualifications

• 3+ years of direct experience programming and operating Zeiss ScanBox or GOM ATOS ScanBox systems
• Advanced proficiency in GOM Inspect Professional / Zeiss Inspect Professional, including scripting and automation
• Strong working knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T)
• Experience supporting aerospace manufacturing, MRO/aftermarket, or other high-precision industries
• Demonstrated ability to manage and maintain complex automated inspection program libraries
• Comfortable working independently as a technical specialist within a quality organization

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with manual inspection or traditional CMM systems
• Familiarity with Calypso or other Zeiss metrology software
• Exposure to structured-light or optical 3D metrology beyond ScanBox systems
• Experience in fast-paced production or QC clinic environments

Citizenship / Compliance Requirement

• U.S. Citizenship is required for this position due to International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) compliance.
• Candidates must be able to access and work with export-controlled technical data.