Shape Quality. Drive Precision. Build the Future of Aviation.

Now Hiring: CMM Operator | $28/Hour | Mountain Home, PA

PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a leading company in the aviation industry to find a skilled CMM Operator who is passionate about precision, quality, and manufacturing excellence. If you thrive in a highly technical environment and enjoy using advanced measurement technologies to ensure the highest quality standards, this is an outstanding opportunity to make a direct impact on products that help keep the aviation industry moving forward.

Position Details

• Job Title: CMM Operator
• Location: Mountain Home, PA 18326
• Job Type: Full-Time Consultant (9-Month Contract)
• Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:30 AM-4:30 PM
• Pay Rate: $28.00 per hour
• Overtime: Available and may be mandatory based on business needs

Your Impact

As a CMM Operator, you will play a critical role in ensuring that precision-manufactured components meet stringent quality requirements. Your expertise in coordinate measuring machine programming, dimensional inspection, and quality documentation will help maintain the exceptional standards required within the aviation industry.

What You'll Do

• Set up, program, and operate CMM equipment to perform first-article, in-process, and final inspections.
• Interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, CAD models, and GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing) requirements.
• Create, modify, optimize, and troubleshoot CMM programs, including Calypso and similar software platforms.
• Perform dimensional inspections using micrometers, calipers, height gages, optical comparators, and other precision measuring instruments.
• Document inspection results and generate quality reports, FAIRs, and customer-required documentation.
• Identify, document, and communicate nonconformances to quality, engineering, and production teams.
• Support root-cause analysis, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain calibration records and ensure compliance with established quality systems and safety procedures.
• Assist in training operators and inspectors on measurement techniques, print reading, and inspection best practices.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Minimum of 1 year of hands-on CMM programming experience.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Experience using precision measurement and inspection equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in aerospace, aviation, defense, automotive, or precision machining environments.
• Knowledge of FAIRs, PPAPs, and AS9100 or ISO 9001 quality standards.
• Experience working with Calypso or similar CMM programming software.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and quality documentation systems.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Why Join Us?

At PDS Tech Commercial, we're committed to connecting talented professionals with industry-leading organizations where their skills make a real difference. When you join this opportunity, you'll become part of a team that values precision, innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

What You'll Enjoy:

• Competitive pay at $28.00 per hour
• Consistent first-shift schedule with weekends generally free
• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge inspection technology
• Exposure to a world-class aviation manufacturing environment
• Hands-on experience supporting quality-critical aerospace products
• Professional growth through collaboration with engineering, production, and quality experts
• A culture focused on safety, excellence, and continuous improvement

Ready to Take Your Career to New Heights?

If you're an experienced CMM Operator looking to apply your skills in a dynamic aviation environment, we want to hear from you. Join PDS Tech Commercial and help ensure the precision and quality behind products that make modern aviation possible.

**Apply today and bring your expertise in measurement, inspection, and quality assurance to a team that's shaping the future of flight.

This position requires use of information or access to facilities subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). These regulations may limit access of controlled technologies: 1) to U.S. Persons, including U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, and other narrow categories including refugees and asylees, or 2) to certain foreign nationals that have received an export license. **

Pay Details: $28.00 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

You should be proficient in:

• GD&T
• Troubleshooting Skills
• Precision Measurement & Inspection
• Root Cause Analysis
• Blueprint Reading
• CMM Programming