Advanced Quality CMM Technician

General Dynamics•Cullman, AL

58d•$33 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

Developing mission-critical systems that help keep people safe is what we do. At General Dynamics Mission Systems, youll be part of the team that helps heroes make a true impact. The work we do is important. The challenges we face are career-defining. The opportunity we can offer is one-of-a-kind. We apply advanced technologies such as Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, AR/VR, Cloud Native and Quantum Physics to solve our customers missions in cyber, RF, undersea, interstellar and everything in between. ROLE AND POSITION OBJECTIVES: As a Quality Technician for General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) Precision Structures & Optics (PSO), youll be a member of a cross functional team responsible for refining and completing the skills necessary to accomplish first piece, in-process, receiving and final inspection on any product, component, or part, assuring compliance with all customer specifications, requirements, and tolerances. The Quality Technician performs overall quality inspection for machined parts to include dimensional and visual inspection techniques to ensure they meet the companys quality standards for the manufacture of Beryllium products for use in the most demanding applications, across the aerospace, defense, and nuclear industries. Our products are used in high performance sensing systems for targeting and acquisition, surveillance, and reconnaissance missions, and are hardened for the battlefield environment.

Requirements

Associates degree in a related field or the equivalent is required. In addition, a minimum of 3 years of directly related experience is required.
J-STD_001, 002, IPC 610, MIL-STD-883, MIL-STD-750 and X-Ray qualification certifications may be required.
Department of Defense Secret security clearance is preferred at time of hire. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.
Strong knowledge of geometric tolerance and dimensioning
Strong knowledge of metallurgy
Strong knowledge of military and industry test methods and standards
Skilled in operation of coordinate measuring machines
Skilled in operation of test equipment
Skilled in general computer operation understanding and automated test system operation and parts handlers
Availability to be utilized and cross trained within the Quality Group

Responsibilities

Reviews instructions, drawings, blueprints, process sheets and specifications per customer requirements.
Reads and interprets complex drawings and process sheets.
Performs first piece, in-process and/or final inspection on all products, components and parts for characteristics, tolerances, alignment, finish, locations, and geometrical tolerances as required.
Determines allowable variations. Establishes critical values for surface finishes, interference fits and very close bearing clearances at both room and/or elevated temperatures.
Sets up, calibrates and cross checks sensitive measuring instruments, such as Dia-mets, mikrokator, Talysurf and special gapping fixtures or tools.
Uses precision measuring and checking instruments in making inspection checks.
Inspects surfaces to establish values of roughness or porosity defects. Insures against cracks, scratches, pores, etc. Makes determination as to disposition such as appropriate corrective action or to reject.
Verifies dimensional values of assemblies and sub-assemblies.
Fills out inspection reports by posting data such as special processes, identification number and customer name using computerized data sheets.
Works with and explains to customer any pertinent information about the part, inspection procedure, compliance with specifications, etc.
Works closely with Manufacturing by relaying information necessary for machine adjustments on manufacturing floor.
Identifies part to drawing requirements.

Benefits

An exciting career path with opportunities for continuous learning a development
Research oriented work, alongside award winning teams developing practical solutions for our nations security
Flexible schedules with every other Friday off work, if desired (9/80 schedule)
Competitive benefits, including 401k matching, flex time off, paid parental leave, healthcare benefits, health and wellness programs, employee resource and social groups, and more

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