Cmm Technician Dimensional Metrology Technician

Hendrick Technical Solutions Location: 4400 Papa Joe Hendrick Blvd, Charlotte, North Carolina 28262   **Hendrick Technical Solutions** is a dynamic and growing force within the defense industry. This role operates within a fast-paced, mission-critical environment, focusing on challenging and impactful projects that directly enhance national security.  This unique environment combines the agility and innovation typical of a startup with the stability, proven culture, and established resources of Hendrick Technical Solutions.  **Second Shift is 3:30pm - 12:30am Monday-Friday** **Job Summary:** The CMM Technician performs dimensional inspection and metrology activities supporting tooling, prototype, and production components. Measurements are performed using portable coordinate measuring systems, optical/laser scanning equipment, and traditional precision measurement tools to verify conformance with engineering drawings, CAD models, GD&T requirements, and customer specifications. This role supports in-process inspection, final inspection, tooling validation, and First Article Inspection (FAI) activities. **Dimensional Inspection:** * Perform pre-production, in-process and final dimensional inspection of tooling, fixtures, fabricated components, machined parts, and assemblies. * Operate portable metrology equipment including Hexagon ROMER Arm systems. * Use optical or laser scanning systems to capture part geometry and perform CAD-to-part comparisons. * Conduct dimensional layouts verifying location, profile, flatness, parallelism, and positional tolerances. * Measure small and large sheetmetal or fabricated structures, weldments, and tooling. * Generate and maintain dimensional inspection reports, scan reports, and measurement documentation. * Record objective evidence supporting quality records and audits. **Metrology & Measurement Planning:** * Interpret engineering drawings, CAD models, and GD&T requirements to develop measurement strategies. * Establish coordinate systems, datums, and alignment strategies for accurate inspection. * Develop or optimize measurement routines for portable CMM and scanning equipment. **First Article Inspection (FAI) / Production Part Approval Process (PPAP):** * Perform dimensional verification required for AS9102 First Article Inspection or PPAP submissions, when applicable. * Assist with ballooned drawings and characteristic traceability. **Collaboration & Problem Solving:** * Work with engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams to resolve dimensional discrepancies. * Identify and document nonconforming conditions and support nonconformance reports (NCRs). * Provide measurement data to support root cause investigations and corrective actions. **Equipment Care & Calibration:** * Maintain proper care of metrology equipment and inspection fixtures. * Ensure measurement tools remain within calibration requirements. **Preferred Qualifications:** * Experience with large, fabricated assemblies or welded structures. * Experience with CAD model-based inspection workflows. * Familiarity with defense, aerospace, or regulated manufacturing environments. * Experience supporting customer or government source inspections. **Physical & Work Environment Requirements:** * Ability to move around large parts, fixtures, and tooling during measurement activities. * Ability to lift up to 35–50 lbs. as required. * Work performed in a manufacturing environment with exposure to machining, fabrication, and assembly processes. * Must follow all safety procedures and PPE requirements. **This role subject to International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) requirements and as such, U.S. Citizen, Permanent Resident or U.S. Person Status Required.**  Hendrick is an Equal Opportunity employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For more information regarding the EEOC, please visit [https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088\_EEOC\_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf](https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf).