CMM Programmer/Inspector, Sr
Quick Summary
Provide actionable inspection and validation feedback to design, engineering, and manufacturing through entire product lifecycle,
Affinity for and demonstrated success in a fast-moving, dynamic,
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Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We’re working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. Join our team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!
This role is part of Blue Origin Operations, which is comprised of Integrated Supply Chain, Test Operations, Safety, Quality, and Mission Assurance. This includes Manufacturing and Supply Chain support across all Blue Origin facilities.As part of a small, accomplished team of specialists, technicians, and engineers, you will plan, source, and shepherd the physical build of functioning prototypes that impact Blue Origin technology efforts. In the role of CMM Programmer / Inspection you will develop and execute inspection methods, both programmed and manual, to support development and prototype projects within the SWORD Prototype Group.
This is a role for someone who thrives in a fast-moving prototype environment, takes individual ownership of the outcome, knows that progress on real hardware beats a perfect plan on paper, and is eager to leverage their deep manufacturing and material sourcing experience
First Shift - A Shift - 10% Travel
Responsibilities
~1 min read- →Provide actionable inspection and validation feedback to design, engineering, and manufacturing through entire product lifecycle, and bridge product intent with the appropriate GD&T and methods to inspect
- →Prepare plans & programs, setup, and execute inspection plans and methods to inspect hardware, utilizing manual and Computer Aided Inspection systems, such as but not including: CMM, optical comparators, vision systems, laser trackers/scanners, etc.
- →Manage equipment calibration
- →Program, setup and operate CMM and other computer aided systems
- →Perform first article, in-process, and final inspections.
- →Provide feedback to machinists and engineers with dimensional data.
- →Document Non-Conformance reports as required.
- →Provide inspection time estimates.
- →Process improvement including inspection cycle time reductions.
- →Maintain configuration control on files and job records.
- →Safely work within an industrial environment.
Requirements
~1 min read- Affinity for and demonstrated success in a fast-moving, dynamic, and evolving manufacturing environment and team
- Demonstrated success in being customer-centric and actively facilitating solutions with minimal direction
- A minimum of 10 years of experience in dimensional inspection of aerospace components, bladed hardware or equivalent.
- A minimum of 7 years in CMM programming and operation
- A minimum of 7 years in high-mix, low volume machining environment
- Demonstrated success in bridging the gap between design intent, DFx, and application of GD&T per ASME Y14.5-2009 standards
- Excellent communication skills.
- Fluent in the use of precision hand tools, gages, optical comparator, and surface plate work.
- Experience inspecting tight tolerance, high value components.
- Familiarity with AS9100 or ISO9000 Quality Management Systems and/or related quality systems and programs
- NX and Creo experience
- Model Based Engineering experience per ASME Y14.41-2012.
- Siemens product life cycle systems
- Advanced machining knowledge.
- Design for Manufacturability and Producibility knowledge.
- Experience operating heavy lifting equipment such as cranes and forklifts around flight-critical hardware.
- Experience in Tooling design reviews to address tooling and component manufacturability on flight hardware ensuring compliance with ASME requirements.
- Experience in PC-DMIS, and QUINDOS, Spatial Analyzer
Don’t meet all desired requirements? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At Blue Origin, we are dedicated to building an authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every desired qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
Applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.
- Required for all positions: Blue’s Standard Background Check
- Required for Certain Job Profiles: Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation
- Required for Certain Job Profiles: Drivers who operate Commercial Motor Vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or combination of power unit and trailer that meets or exceeds 10,001 lbs. and/or transports placardable amounts of hazardous materials by ground in any vehicle on a public road while in commerce, may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations including: Driver Qualification Files, Medical Certification (obtained before onboarding), Road Test, Hours of Service, Drug and Alcohol Testing, vehicle inspection requirements, CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training.
- Required for certain Job Profiles: Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential, which includes pre-employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physical
What We Offer
~1 min readBlue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified and dedicated work force. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Washington Fair Chance Act, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws. For more information on “Know Your Rights,” please see here.
Applicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin’s Affirmative Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us at EEOCompliance@blueorigin.com. Please note this is a publicly managed inbox. Please do not include any personal medical information in your request.
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Listing Details
- Posted
- September 11, 2026
- First seen
- September 28, 2026
- Last seen
- September 28, 2026
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- Repost count
- 0
- Trust Level
- 23%
- Scored at
- September 28, 2026
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