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We are developing the future of Army Aviation with the Bell MV-75 Future Long-Range Assault Aircraft (FLRAA) part of the US Army’s Future Vertical Lift (FVL) modernization effort. We are also developing the Bell 525 Relentless, Bell’s Autonomous Pod Transport (APT), and Bell's High-Speed Vertical Take-Off and Landing (HSVTOL) program, a next generation stop-fold aircraft.

Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM) Specialist

This Sr. CMM Specialist will be directly responsible for managing projects that advance breakthrough technologies.

This includes processes such as: non-contact metrology, hybrid CMM inspections, Blade CMM inspection (twist and contour) advanced analytics for quality.

In this role you will perform multi-faceted assignments that contribute to the continuous improvement of the Quality Management System.

In this role you will operate with minimal supervision while navigating an ambiguous environment.  Works collaboratively across programs and interfaces with U.S. and international government agencies will be required.

What you’ll be doing as a CMM Specialist:

• Ability to extract and interpret complex models for Catia V6 and 3DX for use in CMM programming

• Establish best methods for efficient and repeatable set-up within an inspection environment for use by all levels and capabilities on the equipment.

• Utilize expert knowledge in GD&T to ensure accurate lay-out, inspection, and results.

• Responsible for creating CMM programs for a leading aerospace company for production and during the launch of new type of aircraft.

• Performing and interpreting CMM inspections on rotorcraft components and assemblies.

• Provide technical expertise, for inspection to influence program design engineering throughout development of advanced composite manufacturing.

• Support internal and external stakeholders including Design IPTs, Manufacturing, Program Management, Engineering Labs, Supply Chain Management, Suppliers, etc. with quality expertise

• Manage relationships with industry partners that support quality.

Skills You Bring to This Role:

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills required to interface with executive management and customer representatives.

• Experience performing Measurement System Analysis (MSA) on CMMs, preferred.

• Digital SPC systems and strategies, preferred.

• Working knowledge Zeiss Calypso Software, and Polyworks 3D point cloud, preferred.

• Corrective Action / Continuous Improvement Methodology to include Statistical Analysis and Project Management techniques.

• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office products (Power Point, Access, Word and Excel).

What you need to be successful:

• Bachelor’s degree in technical, engineering, or computer science degree

• At least 5 years of experience in quality or manufacturing

• Experienced in interpreting, validating, and communicating GD&T requirements.

• Capable of part model extraction for programming using Catia V6 and 3DX

• Familiar with Complex Composite Assemblies, Rotor Blades and inspection techniques

• Working knowledge of Hexagon PC-DMIS is required

• Working knowledge of aerospace industry standards and specifications.

• Strong Knowledge of Quality Management Systems, standards (AS9100 and/or ISO9001), and concepts.

What we offer you in return:

• You’ll be off every other Friday with our 9/80 work schedule
• 80 hours of Personal Time Off (PTO)
• 120 hours Vacation time
• 12-13 paid holidays per year
• 6 weeks parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive health insurance
• On-site clinic, pharmacy, physical therapy, and licensed counselor
• Access to more than 11 Employee Resource Groups
• And so much more

It’s time to make your mark on the future of aviation. Join us on this mission, and let’s make history together. 

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