CMM Programmer-Metrologist

JOB PURPOSE:

The CMM Programmer/Metrologist has two primary responsibilities:

• CMM management and operation to support First Article Inspection Reports (FAIR’s) and ongoing inspection of parts;
• the management of all inspection and testing equipment at L&T Precision.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Reviews CAD models/blueprints to determine inspection requirements.
• Prepares CMM programs to generate reports required for FAIR preparation.
• Prepares CMM programs to support ongoing production inspection requirements.
• Measures parts to collect data required for FAIRs and production inspection.
• Qualifies measurement and test methods, where required.
• Provides support to Quality and Manufacturing Engineering, as required.
• Drives efficiency improvements in the metrology function.
• Manages the calibration program for all inspection, measurement and testing equipment, ensuring that equipment is properly maintained and calibrated.
• Works with Quality Engineer to identify measurement and testing methodologies and new equipment required.
• Provides training to personnel on the safe and correct operation of measurement and testing equipment, including the CMM.
• Adheres to all applicable company policies and procedure.
• Adheres to all company safety policies and regulations at all times.
• Other duties may be assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of 10 years programming experience for CMM parts, preferably in the defense and aerospace industries.
• Certification in Hexagon CMM is desirable.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to work as part of a team to meet deadlines.
• Experience in the operation of DISCUS software is highly desirable.
• Experience in creation of FAIR’s that conform to the requirements of AS9102 is highly desirable.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

The metrologist has no direct reports but is responsible for ensuring training personnel that operate inspection, measurement and test equipment, including the CMM.

SKILLS / ABILITIES:

• Excellent computer skills required.
• Abe to read and understand engineering drawings/blueprints.
• Able to understand Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GDT)
• Must be proficient in the use and application of CAD/CAM software and principles.
• Ability to create CMM measurement programs.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Good math skills.
• Knowledge of machine shop/sheet metal fabrication.
• Must be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• While performing duties of this job, the employees is regularly required to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to lift 25 pounds.
• Prolonged viewing of computer monitors and screens.
• Repetitive motion (use of mouse and keyboard).
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) or protective gear is required.
• Frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts, humid condition, fumes or airborne particles, flying metal burrs and chips and possible chemical irritants such as water-based coolants, hydraulic oils, degreasing soap and mineral spirit.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We hire based on need, job requirements, and individual qualifications, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations we operate.