What are the responsibilities and job description for the Calypso Programmer position at Delva Tool & Machine?
Position Summary
Delva Tool & Machine is seeking a Calypso Programmer for our Cinnaminson, NJ location. The Calypso Programmer focuses on supporting dimensional inspection and verification of precision aerospace and defense machined components. The Calypso Programmer I will assist in developing, maintaining, and executing Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) inspection programs while working closely with Quality, Engineering, and Production teams to ensure dimensional conformance and measurement accuracy.
What You’ll Own
- Develop, validate, and maintain repeatable and reliable CMM programs for precision machined aerospace and defense components
- Utilize Zeiss CMM equipment and Calypso software to support first article, in-process, and final inspection activities
- Interpret complex engineering drawings and apply GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing) principles
- Perform and support AS9102 First Article Inspection requirements and documentation
- Customize CMM output and inspection reports to meet internal and customer-specific requirements
- Collaborate closely with Engineering, Quality, and Production teams to ensure dimensional conformity and measurement accuracy
- Troubleshoot dimensional discrepancies and support root cause analysis and corrective actions
- Maintain organized inspection documentation, program records, and metrology data
- Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on inspection efficiency, repeatability, and process optimization
- Depending on experience level, mentor junior inspectors/programmers and assist with standardization of programming strategies and procedures
What You Bring
- Experience programming Zeiss CMMs using Calypso software is required
- Strong understanding and application of GD&T principles
- Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings and specifications
- Experience inspecting tight-tolerance machined components
- Familiarity with AS9102 First Article Inspection requirements
- Experience using precision metrology equipment including micrometers, calipers, indicators, height gauges, and optical inspection equipment
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities
- Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams
Benefits and Perks
Our comprehensive benefits package includes, but is not limited to, a competitive salary between $50,000 - $130,000/year, depending on experience, accrued vacation time, paid holidays, 401(k) with company match, health, dental, and vision insurance as well as Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and life/AD&D insurance.
We are a drug-free workplace / Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibit Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual experience and qualifications, without regard to a person's sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, disability, race, creed, color, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.
Salary : $50,000 - $130,000