Quality Specialist III - CMM Programming

Firefly Aerospace•Briggs, TX

34d•Onsite

About The Position

The Quality Specialist III supports Firefly Aerospace’s machine shop by inspecting and accepting qualification and flight hardware and software products. The role verifies that key performance and design characteristics meet requirements before launch and contributes to mission success. It is located at the company’s Production and Test facility in Briggs, Texas, north of Cedar Park. The specialist develops and executes inspection programs using Zeiss Calypso, inspects launch vehicle and spacecraft components and subassemblies with advanced metrology equipment, and maintains tool control, calibration, and metrology-system validation processes. The position also supports technical operations, manufacturing compliance, and efforts to improve product quality and inspection efficiency.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalency certificate.
At least 4 years of hands-on experience in an aerospace, military, or manufacturing environment.
Experience programming with Zeiss Calypso software.
Ability to read technical information, follow technical instructions, and understand technical drawings, specifications, GD&T, and related quality-control documentation and standards.
Experience with standards or equivalent quality, military, or government standards in the aerospace industry.
Strong interpersonal skills and effective verbal and written communication.
Flexibility regarding workflow and process.
Excellent organizational skills and willingness to work with a team, share expertise, and follow instructions to accomplish established goals.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree or higher in quality, engineering, or a related technical discipline.
Experience with PC-DMIS or Inspire software.
ASME Y14.5 Professional or Technologist certification.
Demonstrated experience applying quality-assurance principles, methods, and processes, including quality-control inspection techniques, equipment, and tools.
Comprehensive understanding of aerospace manufacturing processes, materials, and specifications.
Demonstrated experience applying aerospace quality standards such as AS9100 or ISO 9001.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute detailed Zeiss Calypso inspection programs to ensure adherence to design, specification, and testing requirements and accurate, efficient product acceptance.
Inspect launch vehicle and spacecraft components and subassemblies using advanced metrology equipment, including Zeiss CMM.
Maintain tool control and calibration processes within the assigned work center, including validation of metrology systems.
Participate in technical operations and provide guidance or serve as an additional technical resource.
Initiate and execute plans to improve product quality and inspection efficiency.
Apply 5S workplace organization and follow Lean initiatives.
Support manufacturing compliance with customer and internal specifications to meet contractual and mission requirements.
Perform other duties as assigned.