CMM Programming Lead - 1st Shift; Onsite

Location: US-AR-SPRINGDALE-BLDG 1 ~ 275 E Robinson Ave ~ BLDG 1

Security Clearance: Not Required

• Develop, validate, and optimize CMM programs using Zeiss Calypso for complex aerospace components
• Set up, operate, and troubleshoot Zeiss CMM equipment to support production and inspection activities
• Lead and coordinate CMM programming team, including workload prioritization and resource allocation
• Interpret and apply Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) in engineering drawings and CAD models
• Support First Article Inspection (FAI) in compliance with AS9102 requirements
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to CMM programmers and inspection personnel
• Ensure compliance with AS9100 and internal quality systems
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with Quality, Manufacturing, and Engineering teams to resolve dimensional issues
• Interface with customers, auditors, and regulatory representatives (e.g., Federal Aviation Administration, Defense Contract Management Agency)
• Manage CMM equipment utilization, calibration scheduling, and preventive maintenance
• Implement and maintain Prolink data collection system to capture CMM results and support statistical process control (SPC) and process capability monitoring
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using CORE, ACE, and Lean methodologies to improve quality, throughput, and delivery performance

• HS diploma (or equivalent, e.g., G.E.D. in the US) with a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience
• Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) principles and application
• Experience in Zeiss Calypso (or equivalent CMM software)

• 6+ years of experience in Quality, Manufacturing, or Engineering, including at least 4 years in CMM programming
• Demonstrated ability to motivate teams to obtain high levels of performance to accomplish goals
• Experience with offline programming using CAD models (NX)
• Strong problem‑solving, analytical, communication, and organizational skills
• Prior supervisory or team lead experience in a metrology or quality environment
• Experience using CAMIO software for programming LK CMMs
• Experience implementing and utilizing Prolink for CMM data collection, SPC, and process capability monitoring
• Understanding of Measurement Systems Analysis (MSA), Gage R&R, and SPC implementation
• Experience working in a shop or supplier quality capacity
• Working knowledge of aerospace standards including AS9100 and AS9102
• Demonstrated ability to interface with all levels of management and external customers (DCMA, FAA)

• Medical, dental, vision benefits
• Life, short‑term disability, long‑term disability benefits
• Paid time off including vacation, sick leave, holidays
• 401‑K with company match
• Other innovative benefits including deals and discounts

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified individuals with a disability and protected veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.