Inspector Tech​/CMM Programmer - Military Flight Controls Division

Position Summary

With minimum guidance and using independent judgement to determine quality and usability, the Inspector Technician / CMM Programmer is responsible for advanced dimensional inspection and CMM programming. This advanced technical role serves as the primary CMM programming resource, mentors junior team members, and maintains full Delegated Quality Representative (DQR) certification for key customers.

• Develop, validate, run, and maintain CMM inspection programs using Zeiss Calypso.
• Perform complex inspection of critical machined parts, castings, forgings, and assemblies using a wide variety of precision measuring and test equipment. Develop advanced set‑ups (using blocks, parallels, clamps, sine plates, and V-blocks) to support those inspections as needed.
• Perform complex First Article Inspections (FAI) and envelope inspections.
• Interpret complex engineering drawings, specifications, and customer requirements to arrive at acceptance or rejection and recommend paths forward to management.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date acceptance and rejection records.
• Investigate the root cause of nonconformances, customer returns, and quality escapes. Perform inspections to applicable specifications within assembly, test, and shipping departments.
• Achieve and maintain full DQR status for applicable customers; independently perform delegated inspection and product release on behalf of those customers.
• Support special process witness and sign‑off requirements; assist with customer/government source inspection.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• 5+ years of related aerospace inspection experience, with dedicated experience in CMM operations and programming.
• Proven experience programming Zeiss Calypso. Experience with PC-DMIS is a plus.
• In-depth knowledge of GD&T per ASME Y14.5; AS9100; AS9102; customer, industry, and military standards and specifications; and shop mathematics (including trigonometry).
• Ability to interpret complex drawings and electronic/hydraulic schematics; knowledge of electro‑hydraulic servo systems is a plus.
• Experience utilizing quality and MES systems such as Net‑Inspect and Solumina.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal skills; proven ability to mentor others and work effectively across teams.
• May be required to lift up to 50 lbs.

• Pay Range: $31.1/hr to $46.7/hr
• Participation in Annual Incentive Program

• Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost.
• 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay.
• Company provided defined‑contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay.
• Career development and tuition reimbursement.
• Other benefits including paid parental leave, short and long‑term disability programs, adoption assistance, a  membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost to you.
• Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates.
• Paid Time Off and Company‑Paid Holidays.

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and affirmative action employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job‑related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. citizenship, permanent residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions in accord with U.S. import & export regulations.

(Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor).

In accordance with Parker’s policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug‑free workplace. All applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.