Made in America Manufacturing
Coordinate Measuring Machine Programmer
Made in America Manufacturing, Buda, Texas, United States
We are seeking a highly skilled
Quality Control Inspector/CMM Programmer
with strong expertise in
Zeiss Calypso programming
to join our aerospace manufacturing team. This role is responsible for developing and optimizing CMM programs for
first article (FAI), in-process, and final inspection
, while ensuring all materials and finished products conform to
customer specifications, aerospace standards, and company requirements
. The ideal candidate is hands-on with inspection but excels at
CMM programming and GD&T interpretation
to support precision manufacturing. Qualifications ***** High school diploma or GED. Minimum 8 years of inspection and/or precision manufacturing experience. Strong proficiency in
Zeiss Calypso CMM programming
. Demonstrated ability to read and interpret complex
blueprints and GD&T
(ASME Y14.5). Strong working knowledge of precision measuring instruments (micrometers, calipers, height gages, indicators, thread gages). Ability to work independently in a fast-paced aerospace manufacturing environment. Proven ability to communicate inspection results clearly to machinists, engineers, and quality teams. Strong math skills, including ability to calculate tolerances, fractions, ratios, and proportions. Must be able to lift/move up to 50 pounds occasionally and meet required vision standards. ***** Experience with
Zeiss PiWeb
reporting. Familiarity with
AS9102 FAI requirements
. Prior work in
AS9100 or ISO 9001 certified environments
. Experience training or mentoring others in CMM operation and programming.
Key Responsibilities CMM Programming & Inspection Develop, maintain, and optimize
CMM programs using Zeiss Calypso
for FAI, in-process, and final inspections. Perform
AS9102 First Article Inspections
and generate supporting documentation. Execute
parametric/PCM programming
strategies to improve efficiency and repeatability. Provide feedback on part conformance, dimensional accuracy, and potential manufacturing issues. Quality Control & Compliance Understand and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and GD&T callouts. Document inspection results accurately in reports and databases. Maintain calibration of all quality control equipment. Document and process
NCRs
, assist in root cause analysis, and communicate non-conformities. Ensure compliance with company
Quality Policy, ITAR procedures, and AS9100 standards
. Collaboration & Continuous Improvement Partner with machinists, engineers, and management to resolve quality issues. Communicate quality and compliance concerns with urgency. Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance inspection methods and reduce cycle time. Provide support across manufacturing and quality functions as needed.
Job Type Full-time, On-site (Buda, TX)
Quality Control Inspector/CMM Programmer
with strong expertise in
Zeiss Calypso programming
to join our aerospace manufacturing team. This role is responsible for developing and optimizing CMM programs for
first article (FAI), in-process, and final inspection
, while ensuring all materials and finished products conform to
customer specifications, aerospace standards, and company requirements
. The ideal candidate is hands-on with inspection but excels at
CMM programming and GD&T interpretation
to support precision manufacturing. Qualifications ***** High school diploma or GED. Minimum 8 years of inspection and/or precision manufacturing experience. Strong proficiency in
Zeiss Calypso CMM programming
. Demonstrated ability to read and interpret complex
blueprints and GD&T
(ASME Y14.5). Strong working knowledge of precision measuring instruments (micrometers, calipers, height gages, indicators, thread gages). Ability to work independently in a fast-paced aerospace manufacturing environment. Proven ability to communicate inspection results clearly to machinists, engineers, and quality teams. Strong math skills, including ability to calculate tolerances, fractions, ratios, and proportions. Must be able to lift/move up to 50 pounds occasionally and meet required vision standards. ***** Experience with
Zeiss PiWeb
reporting. Familiarity with
AS9102 FAI requirements
. Prior work in
AS9100 or ISO 9001 certified environments
. Experience training or mentoring others in CMM operation and programming.
Key Responsibilities CMM Programming & Inspection Develop, maintain, and optimize
CMM programs using Zeiss Calypso
for FAI, in-process, and final inspections. Perform
AS9102 First Article Inspections
and generate supporting documentation. Execute
parametric/PCM programming
strategies to improve efficiency and repeatability. Provide feedback on part conformance, dimensional accuracy, and potential manufacturing issues. Quality Control & Compliance Understand and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and GD&T callouts. Document inspection results accurately in reports and databases. Maintain calibration of all quality control equipment. Document and process
NCRs
, assist in root cause analysis, and communicate non-conformities. Ensure compliance with company
Quality Policy, ITAR procedures, and AS9100 standards
. Collaboration & Continuous Improvement Partner with machinists, engineers, and management to resolve quality issues. Communicate quality and compliance concerns with urgency. Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance inspection methods and reduce cycle time. Provide support across manufacturing and quality functions as needed.
Job Type Full-time, On-site (Buda, TX)