GE Aerospace - Wilmington, NC
posted 5 months ago
The Lead CMM Programmer at GE Aviation will play a pivotal role in supporting the plant's Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) measurement needs. This position requires a strong leader who can manage program revision control and utilize their expertise to solve CMM-related problems. The Lead CMM Programmer will be responsible for developing and executing program objectives while managing CMM program schedules effectively. This role is essential in ensuring that the manufacturing efforts at the GE Aviation Wilmington facility are supported by accurate and reliable CMM programs and calibrations. In this position, the Lead CMM Programmer will develop and validate CMM programs and calibrations that are crucial for inspecting drawing and specification requirements. They will also be tasked with planning and specifying necessary CMM purchases, coordinating the activities of the CMM staff, and managing calibration responsibilities. The Lead CMM Programmer will oversee the measurement accuracy of all CMM measurement systems and conduct training for CMM inspection and programming as needed. Additionally, they will act as the plant expert on CMM measurements and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and standards, including applicable ISO standards. The role also involves collaborating with the Quality team to drive inspection process improvements and implementing Lean efforts within manufacturing, focusing on quality enhancement. The Lead CMM Programmer will be expected to read and interpret drawings and quality control requirements using Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) principles, ensuring safe practices in compliance with governmental regulations. This position is critical for maintaining high-quality standards and improving overall manufacturing processes at GE Aviation.