Coordinate Metrology Programmer (Zeiss Calypso/PC‑DMIS)

Location: Berlin, CT

Step into a day where your expertise in GD&T, CMM programming, and advanced measurement systems sets the pace for precision manufacturing. As our CMM Programmer/Metrologist, you will develop, maintain, and generate automated inspection programs that verify production materials and components with unwavering accuracy. You’ll partner across R&D, Manufacturing, and QA to design fixtures and functional gages, translate drawings and specifications into robust inspection criteria, and uphold ANSI/ASME and ISO standards using Calypso (preferred) or PC‑DMIS/Open DMIS.

• Begin by qualifying probes and confirming CMM health (cleaning, scale checks) to keep bias and linearity in control.
• Program and verify first-piece, in‑process, and final inspection routines, proving out methods to minimize measurement bias and R&R risks—including understanding Alpha and Beta measurement risks.
• Design or procure custom fixtures and functional gages to stabilize part setups during development and production.
• Support automatic data collection, connecting measurement outputs to inspection plans for traceable, auditable results.
• Collaborate on tool mapping, First Article Inspections (FAIs), and in‑process checks; revise programs and documents when engineering changes arrive.
• Assist with root‑cause investigations tied to automated inspection methods, tooling, or programs.
• Execute and support MSA activities (Gage R&R and more) and help calibrate equipment to national/international standards—coordinating or performing calibration as needed.
• Write clear work instructions and train operators on designated automated inspection equipment.

• Develop, verify, and operate automated inspection programs for all production phases.
• Limit measurement bias, linearity issues, and repeatability/reproducibility errors through rigorous prove‑outs.
• Maintain automated inspection assets: probe qualifications, regular cleaning, and scale inspections.
• Design/procure inspection fixtures; set criteria for instruments and specifications.
• Enable automatic data collection linked to inspection plans.
• Create and refine inspection methods, tool mapping, FAIs, and in‑process checks.
• Revise programs/documents based on engineering changes.
• Support root‑cause analysis for automated inspection, tooling, and programming.
• Lead/participate in Gage R&R and broader MSA studies.
• Support/perform calibration, ensuring traceability to recognized standards.
• Author work instructions and conduct operator training.
• Handle additional related duties as assigned.

• Proficiency reading GD&T per ASME Y14.5.
• Hands‑on knowledge of precision measuring tools and systems, including CMMs, Vision Systems, and Contracers.
• Strong written and verbal English communication.
• Competency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Adobe PDF.
• Experience in 3D modeling and drafting.
• Experience with Calypso CMM or Open DMIS software.
• Ability to collaborate with R&D, Manufacturing, and QA; works effectively with minimal guidance.

• Background in regulated manufacturing (Aerospace, Defense, Medical Device, Pharmaceutical, etc.).
• Familiarity with GMP/ISO standards.
• Exposure to CT scanning, White Light, and 3D metrology.
• Experience with PC‑DMIS or Geomeasure.
• Associate’s degree (Manufacturing or Engineering discipline preferred) or equivalent directly transferable experience.

• Drafting / GD&T
• CMM programming
• CAD modeling
• Vision System programming

• Minimum of 3 years working directly with advanced metrology equipment.

• Up to 10% annually, with flexibility for last‑minute needs.
• May include multiple overnight trips and occasional weekends.

• Able to bend, stoop, squat, kneel, and lift up to 50 lbs (team lift/mechanical assist required over 50 lbs).
• Frequent computer use and keyboard entry.
• Ability to wear safety gear: cut‑resistant gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, and slip‑resistant shoes.

• GD&T
• Precision Measurement & Hand Metrology
• calypso
• CMMS
• Metrology