Manufacturing Engineer – CMM Programming & CNC Metrology

Manufacturing Engineer – CMM Programming & CNC Metrology

Employment Type: Full-Time / Direct Hire

Work Type: Onsite

Relocation assistance available for non-local candidates

** This role requires U.S. citizenship to meet ITAR compliance requirements as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15.**

We are seeking a Manufacturing Engineer specializing in CMM programming, CNC machining, and in-process metrology to support precision aerospace component production. This position will integrate measurement systems with machining processes to improve quality, reduce scrap, and enable real-time process control. The ideal candidate is a hands‑on metrology expert who can independently program CMM equipment, analyze measurement results, and communicate actionable feedback to CNC programmers and manufacturing teams.

While CNC knowledge is important, this is not primarily a CNC programming position. This is a direct‑hire, fully on‑site opportunity in Tennessee. Remote work is not available.

• Develop, modify, and troubleshoot CMM inspection programs using PC-DMIS or comparable software.
• Program and support Hexagon CMM and metrology systems.
• Create measurement routines for dimensional, positional, and form characteristics.
• Analyze CMM data and translate results into clear recommendations for manufacturing teams.
• Coordinate CMM inspection strategies with on‑machine probing and in‑process measurement.
• Ensure alignment between CMM inspection results, engineering drawings, and machining processes.

• Develop, optimize, and validate on‑machine metrology processes for CNC milling operations.
• Integrate probing, laser scanning, and other measurement cycles into machining workflows.
• Work closely with CNC programmers, machinists, and quality engineers to resolve process issues.
• Use measurement feedback to improve machining accuracy, first‑pass yield, cycle time, and throughput.
• Support closed‑loop manufacturing by communicating measurement results and corrective‑action requirements to CNC programmers.

• Develop inspection strategies for in‑process and final verification.
• Interpret GD&T requirements and ensure compliance with engineering drawings.
• Conduct root‑cause analysis for dimensional nonconformances.
• Evaluate process capability using Cp, Cpk, and related statistical methods.
• Support precision manufacturing processes involving tight aerospace tolerances.

• Analyze measurement trends to identify variation and process‑improvement opportunities.
• Develop reports or dashboards for key quality and manufacturing metrics.
• Lead continuous‑improvement projects focused on reducing scrap and improving first‑pass yield.
• Promote data‑driven decision‑making across engineering, quality, and manufacturing teams.

• Five or more years of hands‑on CMM programming and metrology experience preferred; candidates with fewer years may be considered based on technical proficiency.
• Demonstrated ability to independently program CMM equipment—not solely operate existing programs.
• Experience using PC‑DMIS or comparable CMM programming software.
• Experience with Hexagon metrology systems or similar platforms.
• Working knowledge of CNC machining, preferably CNC milling.
• Strong understanding of GD&T, blueprint reading, and precision measurement.
• Ability to capture, analyze, and clearly communicate measurement data.
• Strong problem‑solving, collaboration, and communication skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related field preferred; equivalent hands‑on experience will be considered.

• Aerospace or similarly regulated precision‑manufacturing…