Quality/CMM Technician

Job Description
BAE Systems, provider of some of the world’s most advanced, technology-led defense, aerospace, and security solutions, is actively seeking a Quality/CMM Inspector to support our Quality Assurance team in our Louisville, KY facility. In this position as a Quality/CMM Inspector, you will support on the, "1st Shift", Monday through Thursday, 6 AM to 4 PM. As an Inspector, you will be responsible for developing quality plans, quality assurance procedures, performing layout work on applicable measurement equipment using Faro, Leica or similar laser inspection equipment and offline programming using PCDMIS CAD or Spatial Analyzer software.

• Reads and interprets customer drawings and specifications and identifies appropriate inspection methods.
• Interprets geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) specifications.
• Basic programming of CMM to inspect parts to drawing & specification requirements.
• Evaluates nonconforming material to determine final disposition.
• Provides support to Manufacturing Engineering and other business units.
• Assist and maintain calibration and operational status of the CMM system in accordance with requirements and BAE procedures.
• Assure accurate documentation to provide objective evidence of inspections, whether it be via CMM or other tools/equipment.
• Uses laser tracker to align components to machine coordinates.
• Interpret inspection results and create inspection data packages.
• Supports when needed on other shifts and/or via overtime.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Typically requires a High School diploma (or GED or equivalent) and 8 years related work experience, or an Associates Degree and 6 years related work experience, or a Bachelor's Degree and 4 years related work experience, or the overall equivalent;
• Working experience with Ansi Y14.5 GD&T;
• Experience reading and working with blueprints;
• Work history with portable CMM/Metrology Inspection and Alignment;
• Understanding of and the ability to use shop math;
• Possesses effective communication skills, both verbal and in writing, to convey information;
• Computer literacy required to be able to prepare appropriate reports and documents. Proficient with Microsoft Office software (Word, Outlook, Excel, etc.);
• Familiarity with ISO9000 environment preferred.
• Attention to detail while working independently in a production environment is required
• Must be able to communicate professionally and effectively (orally and in writing) in English.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Experience performing inspection and alignment with Laser Trackers;
• Portable Metrology experience using Spatial Analyzer or equivalent software;
• CMM programming and operation using PC-Dmis or equivalent software;
• Mechanical Inspection of weldments and complex machined parts;
• CMS Certification.

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $86460 - $146982

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20 hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

About BAE Systems Platforms & Services
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.

The Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the big stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and ship repair…just to name a few. Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve. We may be biased, but we think P&S does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will too.