The CMM Applications Specialist is responsible for developing, validating, and maintaining Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) programs used to inspect components and products throughout the manufacturing process. This position serves as a technical resource for metrology solutions, supports inspection equipment performance, and helps ensure product quality and compliance with regulatory and quality system requirements. Key Responsibilities • Develop, validate, and maintain CMM inspection programs and measurement routines. • Manage program revisions and maintain inspection software documentation and databases. • Coordinate preventative maintenance, calibration, and performance verification activities for CMM equipment. • Partner with Quality, Manufacturing, and Engineering teams to support product development, process validation, and production inspection activities. • Train inspectors, machinists, and other personnel on CMM operation and automated inspection processes. • Improve inspection efficiency through automation and process optimization initiatives. • Investigate dimensional nonconformances and generate inspection reports as needed. • Support supplier quality activities, including inspection of supplied components and review of measurement data. • Maintain compliance with Quality System requirements and applicable regulatory standards. • Assist with continuous improvement projects and provide technical metrology expertise across the organization Skills, Knowledge and Experience Education: • Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Manufacturing Technology, Quality, Metrology, or a related technical field required Experience: • Minimum 3 years of experience programming and operating Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMMs). • Minimum 3 years of experience providing metrology solutions in a manufacturing environment. • Strong understanding of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T). • Experience performing dimensional inspection and measurement system analysis. • Experience supporting quality and manufacturing operations preferred Functional/Technical Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required: • Proficiency with CMM programming software and automated inspection systems. • Strong understanding of metrology principles and dimensional analysis. • Working knowledge of manufacturing quality systems and inspection processes. • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and standard PC applications. • Strong mathematical and analytical skills, including coordinate geometry and trigonometry. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.