CMM Operator

Valar Atomics • Torrance, CA

2d • $40 - $60 • Onsite

About The Position

Valar Atomics is redefining what's possible in energy with the mission to make clean, high-temperature nuclear power scalable. They aim to unlock abundant energy for industry, hydrogen, and next-generation manufacturing. Valar Atomics is a team of builders, engineers, and operators focused on making nuclear energy fast to deploy, factory-made, and built for the real world. Their first pilot plant in Orangeville, Utah will demonstrate advanced nuclear systems and fuel fabrication. Joining Valar Atomics offers autonomy, ownership, and impact at every level.

Requirements

• 1-3 years of experience operating a CMM or other precision inspection equipment in a manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with reading engineering drawings and basic GD&T.
• Comfortable following established inspection procedures and programs.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced startup manufacturing environment with evolving processes.
• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs, stand for extended periods, and work in a shop-floor/metrology lab setting with appropriate PPE.
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States as a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident (green card holder).

Nice To Haves

• Experience running MCOSMOS or similar CMM software (PC-DMIS, Calypso).
• Exposure to Renishaw Revo 5-axis or similar scanning probe heads.
• Experience in nuclear, aerospace, or other highly regulated quality environments.
• Interest in growing into CMM programming.

Responsibilities

• Load and fixture parts for CMM inspection following established setup instructions.
• Run existing CMM inspection programs in MCOSMOS using Revo 5-axis scanning heads.
• Review inspection output and flag deviations or non-conformances to the Quality team.
• Perform basic troubleshooting of alignment or fixturing issues; escalate program-level issues to the CMM Programmer.
• Support calibration and routine upkeep of CMM equipment and probes.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, and inspection reports.
• Maintain accurate inspection logs and documentation per quality management procedures.
• Support first-article inspection activities alongside Quality and Engineering.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary
• Equity ownership in a rapidly growing advanced energy company
• Comprehensive medical benefits
• Free daily lunch and dinner provided onsite
• Generous PPE stipend
• High-impact startup environment with significant ownership and autonomy
• Opportunities for rapid career growth and internal advancement
• Direct collaboration with experienced operators, engineers, and industry leaders
• The opportunity to help build and scale transformative energy technology from the ground up

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed