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CMM Programmer

Chemring Energetic Devices
Downers Grove, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 12/4/2025 CLOSED ON 12/17/2025

What are the responsibilities and job description for the CMM Programmer position at Chemring Energetic Devices?

Description

Be part of a growing team. Join Chemring Energetic Devices (CED) as we build products that protect our Country, protect the individual warfighter, and send rockets into outer space. CED is well situated in Downers Grove, Illinois. We are located a commuter train ride West of the of Chicago and a short drive from farmland.

  • Exciting growth – Our work supports major space and defense programs.
  • Impactful work – help manufacture components critical to national security
  • Face-paced environment
  • Join a high-performing team in a thriving industry
  • Ready to make an impact? Apply today to be part of our mission-critical team!

CED strives to pay a competitive wage in the industry and regional market. The pay range for this position is $30.50/hr to $39.50/hr. CED's benefits offering includes eligibility to participate in 1 of 3 different BCBS of IL medical plans, Dental (SunLife) Vision (EyeMed), Life and Disability Insurance, 401(k) with a generous 6% match on a 6% contribution, 11 Paid Holidays, 5 paid Sick Days (based on a full year of employment), and paid vacation

CMM Programmer – Ensure precision in parts that power space and defense

As a CMM Programmer, you will be responsible for creating, editing, and validating programs for our Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMMs). Your expertise ensures our components meet rigorous quality standards, supporting aerospace and defense projects with precision.

Requirements

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Prepare and create AS9102 First Article, Inspection Plans, QAR and Ballooned drawing from 3D models and/or 2D Drawings.
  • Write and edit CMM programs offline using PC DMIS software or equivalent to inspect internal manufactured as well as vendor supplied parts.
  • Prove-out first run programs to ensure results are accurate and ready to hand off to CMM Operator Inspectors.
  • Maintain CMM program revisions and ensure obsolete revisions are archived and not available for use.
  • Participate in Job Release meetings to create a backlog and schedule of CMM Programs.
  • Work with Engineering and CNC Programming to develop in-process inspection steps.
  • Ensure CMM programs are generated correctly and follow all specification requirements.
  • Work with Engineering, CNC Programming, Suppliers and Machinists to trouble shoot out of tolerance dimensions.
  • Implement cycle time improvement initiatives for automated and manual inspection methods.
  • Clearly creates CMM setup instructions for CMM operator inspectors.
  • Mentor inspectors and train on inspection techniques.
  • Maintain knowledge of latest inspection equipment and technology and offer solutions to continuously improve the current process.
  • Monitors mechanical condition, schedules calibration and preventative maintenance on CMM equipment.
  • Maintains a clean and orderly work area following the concepts of 5S.

Minimum Qualifications (education, Experience, Skills)

Extensive blueprint interpretation.

Visual inspection ability.

Sufficient manual dexterity to handle/manipulate delicate parts & measuring instruments.

Proficient skills in Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing.

Comprehensive knowledge and usage of micrometers, calipers, bore gages, and surface plate setups.

Basic to intermediate computer skills.

Must be eligible to possess explosive under the Safe Explosives Act of 2003 (as amended) as required by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms (ATF) for all employees of Chemring Energetic Devices.

Physical And Other Requirements

Lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, or otherwise moving objects, weighing up to 25 pounds occasionally and/or a negligible amount of weight frequently. Involves sitting much of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Use of computer.

DISCLAIMER

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential job functions of this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Employees will be expected to perform other job functions and duties as may be needed and/or required.

Chemring Energetic Devices is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected characteristics.

The “Know Your Rights” Poster is available here: EEO Know Your Rights

CED’s EEO Policy Statement is available here: EEO Policy Statement

Chemring Energetic Devices is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.

If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to Human Resources at humanresources@ced.us.com or call 630-969-0620 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

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