CMM Operator

Ascent Aerospace – Inspiring the next generation of flight!

Ascent Aerospace is a world-renowned, single-source provider of production and automated assembly systems for the aerospace and defense industry. We provide high-precision advanced automated equipment as well as a full suite of both mold and assembly tooling required for the aerospace manufacturing market, including the largest Invar molds ever made— making us the largest tooling group in the industry. We work with our customers to develop their project and see it through, from process engineering to build and installation, to ensure it is an efficient and cost-effective solution.

As a true, single-source integrator, we have proven tools to surpass our customer expectations. We have greater control of timing and schedules, which allows for 100% accountability, and avoids costly mark-ups, ultimately saving our customers money. The result: a group of businesses, each an industry leader within their own discipline, now acting as one truly integrated supply base.

The CMM Operator has the responsibility to assist in inspection and reporting of critical features for tool acceptance.

This document in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying the position.

• Create inspection reports based off customer flow down of quality deliverables
• Document and retain records of the final inspection and shipment of tooling
• Apply hand checks utilizing micrometers, calipers, etc.
• Maintain and operate manual and DCC coordinate measuring machines
• Support tool alignment, setting, and measurement confirmation
• Provide guidance to key personnel based on findings
• Any additional duties reasonably assigned by management

Any combination of education and experience providing the required skill and knowledge for successful job performance will be considered. Typical qualifications would be:

• Minimum five (5) years of related experience required
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, blueprints, and procedure manuals
• Has extensive knowledge of GD&T, CMMs, and other measurement equipment
• Ability to use manual inspection equipment i.e. Micrometers, Calipers, Bore Gages, etc.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. The ability to apply basic concepts of algebra and geometry
• Experience in MS Office:
  Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Project
• Strong troubleshooting aptitude and inquisitive nature
• Proven common-sense approach and ability to autonomously carry out regimented tasks and actions
• Has extensive knowledge of customer and industry standards and specifications
• Previous experience in the aerospace industry
• Experience advocating as the "voice of the customer" demanding the highest quality expectations from the organization
• Understanding of CNC machines and shop repair techniques, welding, bushings, assembly
• This position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a “US Person” as defined by 22.C.F.R. § is required

• Internal auditing experience
• High School Diploma or Equivalent

• None

• May be required to travel to other site locations during the work day

Working conditions described here are representative of those that may be experienced by an employee on a daily basis while performing the functions of this job.

• Typically sits and/or stands for extended periods at a computer workstation
• May access and work in the manufacturing plant
• While performing the duties of this job, employee may be exposed to moving mechanical parts,…