CMM Programmer

Doncasters Group • Groton, CT

5h • Onsite

About The Position

At Doncasters we have an exciting opportunity for a CMM Programmer to join our
team in Groton, CT.

The CI Engineer will be responsible for leading and working with operations to
deliver product yield improvement across all manufacturing processes.

Why join us?
Did you know that every time you take a flight, drive somewhere, or switch on a
light, there’s a chance Doncasters played a part in making that happen?

As a leading international manufacturer of specialist superalloys and
high-performance alloy components, we provide critical solutions to some of the
world’s most demanding industries, including aerospace, Industrial Gas Turbines,
automotive, medical, and other specialist sectors.

With a heritage spanning nearly 250 years, we’ve built a global reputation for
technical excellence, innovation, and engineering that performs where it matters
most. Today, we operate across 20 sites worldwide, employing almost 3,000
professionals. This includes engineers and production teams to HR, marketing,
and other support functions, who are united by a shared sense of purpose.

At Doncasters, we believe in doing things the right way. That means acting with
integrity, delivering with commitment, and working as one team to achieve more,
together. Whether you're developing precision-engineered components, running
world-class manufacturing operations, or supporting our people and processes,
your role is part of something much bigger.

Join us and contribute to a legacy built on performance, precision, and the
values that drive us forward - excellence, commitment, teamwork, and integrity.

The CMM Programmer is responsible for developing, validating, and executing
inspection programs using Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM) to ensure
precision components meet engineering specifications and quality standards. This
role supports manufacturing, engineering, and quality teams in a fast-paced
aerospace/industrial environment.

An ambitious individual who has proven experience using Coordinate Measuring
Machines (CMM) and ideally experience in blueprint interpretation and geometric
dimensioning and tolerancing of metallic materials.

We are keen to hear from candidates who have excellent understanding of data
sheets, shop math and be able to solve right angle trigonometric problems and
those who are proficient in exporting data to Excel for statistical evaluation.

Requirements

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 3+ years of CMM programming experience
• Strong understanding of GD&T and blueprint reading
• Experience with CMM software (PC-DMIS, Zeiss Calypso, or similar)
• Knowledge of aerospace quality standards (AS9100 preferred)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• proven experience using Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM)
• excellent understanding of data sheets, shop math and be able to solve right angle trigonometric problems
• proficient in exporting data to Excel for statistical evaluation

Nice To Haves

• experience in blueprint interpretation and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing of metallic materials.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize CMM programs (e.g., PC-DMIS, Calypso) for complex components
• Interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, and customer specifications
• Perform first article inspections (FAI) and in-process inspections
• Analyze inspection data and generate detailed reports
• Troubleshoot measurement issues and improve inspection processes
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to resolve quality concerns
• Maintain calibration and proper functioning of CMM equipment
• Support continuous improvement and lean manufacturing initiatives

Benefits

• An interesting and varied field to work in
• An environment where you can learn and grow through constant development opportunities
• PTO
• Competitive 401K
• Competitive medical insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree