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Senior CMM Programmer & Inspection Specialist

Koch
Austin, USA
Senior · 2+ years experience
Onsite
Discovered 2 weeks ago

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What You Will Do

  • Lead and execute connector-specific First Article Inspections and compile AS9102-style and customer-specific FAI packages to demonstrate product readiness.
  • Define measurement strategies for connector geometries using GD&T, identifying critical-to-function features and ensuring inspection completeness.
  • Operate and program metrology equipment (CMMs, portable arms, vision systems) and manage inspection fixtures, gages, and test jigs to sustain measurement integrity.
  • Maintain calibration and traceability records in compliance with ISO 9001 / AS9100 and prepare for internal and external quality audits.
  • Use MSA/Gage R&R and SPC data to verify measurement system capability, monitor key characteristics, and drive corrective actions when trends indicate risk.
  • Coach and train production operators on inspection methods, gage use, IPC/WHMA-A-620 connector acceptance, and best practices to prevent FOD and contamination.
  • Support root-cause analysis and implementation of corrective/preventive actions for connector-specific failures, escalating critical issues to engineering or customers when needed.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance inspection efficiency, test coverage, and product quality.
  • Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)
  • High school diploma or GED required.
  • Minimum 2 years hands-on inspection/metrology experience in connector, cable assembly, or precision interconnect manufacturing (or equivalent military experience).
  • Proficient using CMMs and inspection software (e.g., PC-DMIS, Zeiss Calypso, PolyWorks) or programmable portable arms.
  • Proficiently able to read and interpret engineering drawings and apply GD&T to inspection planning.
  • Experience performing FAIs and preparing AS9102-style FAI packages.
  • What Will Put You Ahead
  • Associate degree or certificate in metrology, manufacturing, inspection, electronics, or related technical field.
  • Certifications such as ASQ Certified Quality Inspector (CQI) or IPC/WHMA-A-620 trainer/inspector.
  • Prior aerospace/defense connector inspection experience and familiarity with common connector specifications.
  • Demonstrated experience with SPC tools, MSA/Gage R&R execution, and statistical control charting.
  • Experience with ERP/eQMS systems, drawing revision control, and formal FAI submission workflows to customers.
  • At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.Hiring Philosophy

Qualifications

  • Experience with ERP/eQMS systems, drawing revision control, and formal FAI submission workflows to customers.

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