Title

CMM Operator / Inspector

About the Organization
Applied Aerospace & Defense (Applied) is a premier provider of advanced design, engineering, and vertically integrated manufacturing solutions for leading and next-generation space and defense technology companies. Applied builds complex hardware for extreme operating environments and is focused on three core markets: Space and Launch Systems, Defense Aviation and Airborne Systems, and C5ISR and Precision Strike Systems. With decades of space and defense manufacturing heritage, Applied combines deep material science and IP-enabled process expertise with the ability to enable rapid prototyping, enhance new product development, and responsively scale production. Across its nationwide infrastructure of advanced manufacturing facilities, Applied continuously supports a balanced mix of next-generation technology and platform development, large scale production programs, and aftermarket sustainment for enduring platforms.

EOE Statement
Applied Aerospace and Defense is an equal opportunity employer.

Description

General Summary:

To provide CMM operation and Final Inspection support on critical aerospace components which meet company and customer expectations.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Identify product for CMM inspection


• Develop/Write part inspection programs for CMM


• Organize and control CMM inspection programs


• Troubleshoots product issues and supports manufacturing.


• Oversee dimensional inspection on CMM


• Identifies and recommends process improvements


• Professionally interacts with colleagues from Quality, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Purchasing.


• Perform validation activities related to CMM inspection programs.


• Perform CMM inspection on critical aerospace components.


• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Provide coaching, support, and direction to members of a work team


• Promote positive employee relations through effective conflict management and issue resolution.


• Provide performance feedback via appraisals.


• Aid Management in addressing performance/discipline issues as necessary.


• Effectively track and report manufacturing process performance.


• Communicates/interacts with the Customer


• 5 years' experience in the programming, operation and full utilization of CMM equipment. Experience with Modus and Camio preferred.


• Possess the ability and necessary skills to both inspect products and train QC personnel in the operation of CMMs.


• Possess the ability to both evaluate and recommend CMM hardware and software improvements, to improve performance and/or utilization, in a cost-effective approach.


• Effective communicator; possess strong verbal and written communication skills - must be able to directly interface with Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering and suppliers in CMM related issues as they may arise.


• Strong organizational skills.

Position Requirements

Working Conditions:

• Light industrial work setting.


• Job involves lifting up to 50lbs. in a manufacturing environment that may occasionally require the associate to work in a number of awkward positions.

Education & Experience Required:

• A high school diploma or GED is required; Associate's degree preferred.


• ASQ certification as a Certified Mechanical Inspector or Certified Quality Technician is a plus.


• Technical/shop math, blueprint reading (including GD&T).


• CMM set-up, layout inspection, gage calibration,


• SPC and problem solving knowledge.


• Proficient computer skills are required (Excel, Word, PCDMIS)

Shift
First

Full-Time/Part-Time
Full-Time

Location
Applied Aerospace & Defense, Manchester

Category
Quality Control

Req Number
QUA-24-00012

Position
CMM Programmer / Inspector

Close Date

Post Internal Days
0

Number of Openings
2

Exempt/Non-Exempt
Non-Exempt

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