CMM Programming Lead - 1st Shift (Onsite)
About The Position
At RTX, the world largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. Pratt & Whitney is a world leader in the design, manufacture and service of aircraft engines and auxiliary power systems and has been revolutionizing modern flight for over 100 years. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.
Requirements
- HS diploma (or equivalent, e.g. G.E.D in the US) with a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience
- Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) principles and application
- Experience in Zeiss Calypso (or equivalent CMM software)
Nice To Haves
- 6+ years of experience in Quality, Manufacturing, or Engineering, including at least 4 years in CMM programming
- Demonstrated ability to motivate teams to obtain high levels of performance to accomplish goals.
- Experience with offline programming using CAD models (NX)
- Strong problem-solving, analytical, communication, and organizational skills
- Prior supervisory or team lead experience in a metrology or quality environment
- Experience using CAMIO software for programming LK CMMs
- Experience implementing and utilizing Prolink for CMM data collection, SPC, and process capability monitoring
- Understanding of Measurement Systems Analysis (MSA), Gage R&R, and SPC implementation
- Experience working in a shop or supplier quality capacity
- Working knowledge of aerospace standards including AS9100 and AS9102
- Demonstrated ability to interface with all levels of management and external customers (DCMA, FAA)
Responsibilities
- Develop, validate, and optimize CMM programs using Zeiss Calypso for complex aerospace components
- Set up, operate, and troubleshoot Zeiss CMM equipment to support production and inspection activities
- Lead and coordinate CMM programming team, including workload prioritization and resource allocation
- Interpret and apply Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) in engineering drawings and CAD models
- Support First Article Inspection (FAI) in compliance with AS9102 requirements
- Provide technical leadership and mentorship to CMM programmers and inspection personnel
- Ensure compliance with AS9100 and internal quality systems
- Collaborate cross-functionally with Quality, Manufacturing, and Engineering teams to resolve dimensional issues
- Interface with customers, auditors, and regulatory representatives (e.g., Federal Aviation Administration, Defense Contract Management Agency)
- Manage CMM equipment utilization, calibration scheduling, and preventive maintenance
- Implement and maintain Prolink data collection system to capture CMM results and support statistical process control (SPC) and process capability monitoring
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives using CORE, ACE, and Lean methodologies to improve quality, throughput, and delivery performance
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision benefits.
- Life, short term disability, long term disability benefits.
- Paid time off including vacation, sick leave, holidays.
- 401-K with company match.
- Other innovative benefits including deals and discounts.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
