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At Zygo, your skills and insights will be integral to our core values of curiosity, collaboration, and persistence. For over 50 years, Zygo Corporation in Middlefield, CT, has been a global leader in designing and manufacturing advanced optical metrology systems, ultra-precise optical components, and complex electro-optical systems and assemblies. Join our team, where your expertise will drive cutting-edge solutions, address complex technical challenges, and uphold the highest standards of precision and safety.
As a CMM Technician at our Richmond Extreme Precision Optics site, you will be responsible for programming and operation of Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMMs) used to measure high precision glass components.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop concepts for and execute detailed programming of CMM operations to measure components based on drawings, solid models and other design information as required.
• Program and operate multiple CMMs (Coordinate Measuring Machines) using various software packages including Zeiss CALYPSO, Hexagon Metrology PC-DMIS and QUINDOS 7.
• Program CMM both online and offline using solid models such as step or parasolid formats.
• Verify parts are within specified geometric tolerance and in compliance with engineering drawings and specifications.
• Collaborate and interface with Manufacturing, Quality and Engineering , Management and Planning to meet on-time delivery schedules.
• Assist in continuous improvement of procedures and methods with a mind toward efficiency.
• Create, document, and maintain formal company documents, such as results, procedures, inspection plans, system work instructions.
• Develop fixturing concepts and work with the mechanical design team to facilitate implementation.
• Support sales group with estimates for quoting as needed.
• Assist with training others in the use of equipment and processes

REQUIRED SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES:

• High School Diploma, preferably from a technical high school. Associate degree preferred.
• 5 years of related industry experience
• 4 years of experience programming and operating CMM equipment (Brown & Sharpe, Leitz and/or Zeiss preferred), experience with Zeiss CALYPSO and/or Hexagon Metrology PC-DMIS/QUINDOS software is a plus
• Thorough understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) in accordance with ASME/ANSI Y14.5
• Expert skill level for reading and interpreting technical drawings, customer specifications, working with 3D solid CAD models, and strong math skills
• Experience using manual measuring tools such as dial indicators, calipers, micrometers, depth micrometers, profilometers, optical comparators.
• Working knowledge of lean manufacturing practices with a strong commitment to safety and precision-level quality.
• Highly organized, detail oriented with strong ownership, accountability for technical issues and challenges.
• Strong computer aptitude, ability to use MS Word and Excel
• Driven to achieve with the ability to take initiative, and flexible with shifting priorities.

Bring your passion and commitment to Zygo, where we are curious, collaborative, persistent, and confident, where safety and quality guide every step of our journey. Grow with us as we solve complex challenges, inspire confidence, and drive excellence in manufacturing.
Are you ready to expand the boundaries of possibility, simplify the complex, and embody the values that define our success? We welcome your unique perspective and invite you to join us!
We offer competitive compensation, benefits, retirement (401k) and paid time off programs. Compensation and position level will be set based on experience.
Due to the nature of Zygo Navitar's programs and products, applicants must have the legal right to work in the US and additionally must be legally authorized to access export-controlled information and source code.
Compensation
Employee Type: Hourly
Currency: USD
Salary Minimum: 80,000
Salary Maximum: 110,000
Incentive: No
Disclaimer: Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market / business considerations, and geographic location.
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