Coordinate Measuring Machine Programmer

Job Title: CMM ProgrammerLocation: El Cajon, CAOnsite/ Hybrid/ Remote: OnsiteDuration: 6 – 12 monthsJob Description:Position Summary:The CMM Programmer is responsible for developing, validating, and optimizing coordinate measuring machine programs to support dimensional inspection of aerospace components. This role plays a key part in ensuring inspection accuracy, product conformity, and manufacturing quality performance.Key Responsibilities:Create, validate, and maintain CMM programs for complex aerospace parts and assemblies;interpret engineering drawings, GD&T requirements, and inspection plans to ensure dimensional compliance;support first article, in-process, and final inspection activities;troubleshoot inspection issues and improve measurement efficiency, repeatability, and program robustness;collaborate with manufacturing, quality, and engineering teams to resolve dimensional discrepancies and support corrective actions.Required Qualifications:Experience programming coordinate measuring machines in a manufacturing environment; strong understanding of GD&T, blueprint reading, inspection methods, and measurement principles;Ability to work with tight tolerances and quality-critical components;Experience supporting production and inspection operations in a precision manufacturing setting.Preferred Qualifications:Aerospace manufacturing or MRO experience; familiarity with common CMM software platforms and metrology best practices; experience supporting high-mix or fast-turnaround inspection environments.Work Arrangement / Engagement Notes:This role is generally expected to support on-site inspection and validation activities.