Precision Metrology Inspector — CMM Programming Specialist

Question: Do you love turning complex blueprints into precise, repeatable measurement strategies that keep critical defense hardware within spec? If yes, you’ll fit right in at The Entwistle Company, where your work safeguards U.S. and allied missions and contributes to national and global security.

Why this role matters

• You’ll be a key contributor delivering mission-critical components across air, land, sea, and space.
• Your inspection results drive quality decisions, corrective actions, and continuous improvement.
• You’ll collaborate across teams—and with customer and government representatives—to uphold exacting standards.
  
  

Role highlights

• Set up and perform comprehensive dimensional and visual inspections of parts, components, and assemblies.
• Program and operate CMMs; use FARO Arm, Keyence Wide Area CMM, micrometers, height stands, optical comparators, thread/plug gauges, gauge blocks, and plating thickness gauges.
• Complete final product/assembly checks, first piece, first article inspections, and incoming inspections of vendor-supplied items per purchase orders.
• Document outcomes and issue formal inspection reports compliant with company procedures.
• Identify non-conformances, notify production/assembly, and follow through on corrective actions.
• Monitor quality trends; alert management when corrective actions or process improvements are needed.
• Recommend upgrades to inspection equipment or methods to boost accuracy and efficiency.
• Interface directly with customer and government representatives.
• Keep a clean, organized workspace and adhere to all health and safety requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  
  

Must-have qualifications

• Associate’s Degree or technical school equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years of inspection experience; strong GD&T knowledge.
• Hands-on ability to program and operate Coordinate Measuring Machines.
• High attention to detail; excellent organization and analytical capability.
• Skilled at juggling multiple priorities.
• Self-starter and collaborative problem-solver.
  
  

How we work

Our Mission Guides Us

• Be the essential provider of mission-critical defense components and systems, known for specialized capabilities, quality, and dependability.
• Design, manufacture, and build-to-print innovative, cost-effective products.
• Enable DoD, Prime, and Foreign Military customers—and the U.S. warfighter—to accomplish their missions.
  
  

And our values shape every decision: Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Commitment.

Bring your service-forward skills

We value military experience and recognize transferable skills. Relevant paths include:

• Army MOS: 94H – Test, Measurement, and Diagnostic Equipment Maintenance Support Specialist
• Navy NEC: NDT/NDI Program Personnel
• Air Force AFSC: 2A7X2 – Nondestructive Inspection Specialist
• Marine Corps MOS: 6048 – Aircraft Nondestructive Inspection Technician
• Coast Guard Rating: NDI-Qualified Personnel
  
  

Benefits and perks

• 401k – 4% match on 5% deferrals
• PTO – Up to 5 weeks
• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• Employer Paid Short-term
• Employer provided Paid Family/Medical Leave
• Generous Health Insurance Coverage
• Dental Insurance AND Vision Insurance
• Safety Shoes & Glasses reimbursements
• Employee Appreciation Events
• Competitive pay based on experience
  
  

What you already do well

• GD&T
• Quality Inspection Experience
• Quality Control Experience
• Field Measurements
• Blueprint Reading
  
  

Tools you’ll handle

• Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) (Faro)
• Measurement Gauges
• Calipers and Micrometers
  
  

Curious, meticulous, and mission-driven? Apply now and help us deliver with absolute confidence.