CMM Programmer-Operator

Rock West Composites, Inc. has an exciting opportunity for a CMM Programmer-Operator. This position is onsite at our San Diego, CA (92154) location. This position will support our Aircraft segment.

Rock West Composites, Inc. is an engineering and manufacturing company dedicated to providing innovative solutions for commercial and government customers. This position is located in our San Diego - Aircraft facility and reports to the Quality Manager.

Position Summary:

Perform inspections, tests, and reviews of materials, processes, and products to ensure compliance with established requirements.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

• Perform detailed inspections of mechanical, metal, and composite materials, parts, and assemblies using precision measuring equipment (e.g., Romer, FARO, Laser Tracker).


• Experience with articulating arm or CMM inspection using Verisurf is required.


• Use hand measurement instruments such as calipers, micrometers, height gauges, PCM, and mylars.


• Complete First Article Inspection (FAI) and generate documentation per AS9102 (Forms 1, 2, and 3).


• Ability to create AS9102 and balloon requirements using DISCUS software is a plus.


• Perform final inspections, review customer requirements, and prepare documentation packages.


• Monitor production processes and support in-process inspection requirements.


• Generate accurate, clear, and concise descriptions of inspection results, change requests, and nonconforming conditions.


• Interpret mechanical/composite models, drawings, and specifications.


• Knowledge of GD&T callouts is required.


• Perform internal audits and participate in cross-functional improvement teams.

NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience operating CMS equipment (Faro, Romer, or Laser Tracker).


• At least 3 years of Verisurf


• Expertise with standard measuring instruments.


• Knowledge of machine shop math and trigonometry.


• Ability to perform first article, in-process, and final inspections on large precision-machined parts.


• Experience setting up and performing open surface plate inspections.


• Ability to make sound judgments when checking machine setups.


• Proficient in interpreting geometric dimensioning and tolerancing, surface plate work, and inspection/layout work.


• US. Person under 22 CFR 120 (due to ITAR Restrictions)

Perks and Benefits:

• 100% Employer Paid Medical and Dental


• Annual Bonus


• 401K - 5% match
  


• Employee Stocks Option Program


• 9/80 work schedule


• 8- paid Holidays
  


• PTO: Max. 4-weeks after 5 years of employment


• $2,500 tuition reimbursement

Compensation:

The compensation range for this position falls within $30-$40. The final compensation will be determined based on experience, skillset, and other factors permitted by law.

Why should you want to work with us? Rock West Composites cares about our employees! Not only do we offer great benefits to our full-time employees (Medical & Dental 100% employer paid, Vision, Paid Time Off and 401K match), we offer a fun and friendly working environment!

Rock West Composites is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the company to provide equal opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, ancestry, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, transitioning status, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, medical condition, mental disability, physical disability, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. EEO is the law. We also prohibit compensation discrimination under all applicable laws. Certain positions require meeting the U.S. Person definition in 22 CFR 120.62.

ITAR Requirement:

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder) as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. 1158, Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the company’s immigration sponsorship now or in the future. Rock West Composites will not offer immigration sponsorship for this position. Rock West Composites will not seek an export authorization for this role. Rock West Composites maintains a Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace. Depending on state law and the nature of the position, candidates who receive a conditional offer of employment may be required to complete a drug screening. Rock West Composites may also conduct drug and alcohol testing based on reasonable suspicion, post-incident, or for safety-sensitive positions as permitted by law.

If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact 858-537-6260.