Lead CMM Programmer​/Quality Inspector

Sidus Space (NASDAQ: SIDU) is a space mission enabler providing flexible, cost-effective solutions, including satellite manufacturing and technology integration, AI-driven space-based data solutions, mission planning and management operations, AI/ML products and services and space and defense hardware manufacturing. With its mission of Space Access Reimagined®, Sidus Space is committed to rapid innovation, adaptable and cost-effective solutions, and the optimization of space system and data collection performance.

With demonstrated space heritage, including manufacturing and operating its own satellite and sensor system, Lizzie Sat®, Sidus Space serves government, defense, intelligence and commercial companies around the globe.

Strategically headquartered on Florida's Space Coast, Sidus Space operates a 35,000-square-foot space manufacturing, assembly, integration and testing facility and provides easy access to nearby launch facilities. But it's our people who truly set us apart. We foster a culture of collaboration, continuous learning, and agility, empowering our team to innovate and evolve in a rapidly changing industry. Join us at Sidus Space to be part of something extraordinary and help shape the future of space access!

Job Summary

The Lead CMM Programmer/Quality Inspector is responsible for overseeing programming, setup and operation of Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM) using PC-DMIS software, as well as manual inspection of complex tight tolerance Aerospace manufactured parts. Participates in NCR initiation and disposition.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

• Assign work to Inspectors according to production priorities and be a first responder and point of contact for any issues that block or stop production.
• Solve issues or get the right resource to provide solutions to identified issues.
• Work closely with Manufacturing, Manufacturing Engineering, Planning and Quality to address constraints and determine priorities to ensure timely and efficient execution of production requirements.
• Work closely with Estimator to provide programming/inspection quotes.

• Inspect, test, or measure materials, products, installations, or work for conformance to specifications and Customer requirements utilizing the best inspection method (CMM and/or manual inspection methods).
• Review work orders or other instructions to determine product specifications or materials requirements.
• Review drawings or other instructions to determine operational methods or sequences.
• Assist Manufacturing to determine Inspection frequency to ensure first-time quality.
• Review data and Customer/Industry workmanship standards to determine requirements for inspection and compliance.
• Correlate and record inspection data to document in the required format.
• Properly identify items with detailed acceptance-rejection status.
• Work closely with CNC machinists to complete inspections and support the team to meet customer deadlines.
• Accurately fill out AS9102 forms, including First Article (FAIR) reports/customer required data packages.
• Compare physical characteristics of materials or products to specifications or standards.
• Ensure inspection and measurement equipment repair or maintenance needs are addressed; responsible for tracking and calibration of inspection and measurement devices.

• Treat all coworkers with respect and dignity ensuring a collaborative culture is continually developed and maintained.
• Other duties as assigned**

Required Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED/equivalent
• 5+ years of relevant job experience
• Proven job experience in the Operation of Coordinate Measuring Machines with PC-DIMIS software.
• Proven job experience in manual inspection using calibers, mics, Micro View, thread gages, height gages, etc.
• Strong knowledge of Geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T)
• Knowledge and experience with AS9100D Quality Management System; hands-on experience with AS9102.

Required Qualifications

• Ability to collaborate with many different teams/individuals to reach a common goal by building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation, maintaining positive and professional relationships.
• Flexibility to work occasional overtime to support projects/programs.
• Ability to read, interpret and apply various technical data such as prints, models, specifications and utilize specialized inspection and hand tools.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment,
• Solution-oriented while committed to consistency and process.
• Ability to work under minimal direction while keeping within the limitations of designated authorities, exercising regular use of good judgment.
• Ability to utilize computer systems to generate spreadsheets and presentations as well as access databases and other quality documents.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to be able to present information, concepts, and proposals with a wide range of audiences at all levels, technical or non-technical individuals both internal and external to the company.
• Knowledge of…