Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) Operator

At RTX, the world largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.  

Pratt & Whitney is a world leader in the design, manufacture and service of aircraft engines and auxiliary power systems and has been revolutionizing modern flight for over 100 years. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense. 

Job Summary: As a Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) Inspector, you are responsible for performing dimensional inspections using Coordinate Measuring Machines and other precision inspection tools to verify that engine components meet engineering specifications, customer requirements, and industry standards. This role ensures product conformity, supports production with timely feedback, and helps maintain the overall quality system. 

This is a 1st Shift position: Monday – Thursday 5:30 am – 4:00 pm 

What You Will Do: 

• Set up, program, and operate CMM equipment to perform first-article, in-process, and final inspections. 

• Interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, models, and GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing). 

• Create, modify, and troubleshoot CMM programs (e.g., Calypso) 

• Perform dimensional analysis using micrometers, calipers, height gages, optical comparators, and other precision instruments. 

• Document inspection results and generate reports for quality records, FAIRs, and customer submissions. 

• Identify nonconformances and communicate findings to engineering, production, and quality teams. 

• Support root-cause investigations, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives. 

• Maintain calibration of inspection tools and follow all standard work, safety procedures, and quality system requirements. 

• Assist with training operators and inspectors on print reading and measurement techniques. 

Qualifications You Must Have:  

• HS Diploma or GED equivalent 

• 1+ years’ experience with CMM programming 

Qualifications We Value: 

• 2+ years’ experience with CMM programming 

• ASME certification. 

• Aerospace, defense, automotive, or precision machining background. 

• Experience with FAIRs, PPAPs, and AS9100/ISO 9001 standards. 

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and quality documentation systems 

What We Offer: 

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage. 

• Short-term and long-term disability, plus parental leave. 

• 401(k) plan with company match. 

• Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care. 

• Employee Assistance Program for personal and professional support. 

• Employee Scholar Program with no waiting period. 

• Generous paid time off, granted upfront and pro-rated based on start date, including 3 weeks of vacation, 5 personal sick days, 3 unpaid days for unique circumstances (at supervisor discretion), and 12 paid government holidays annually. 

What is my role type? 

In addition to transforming the future of flight, we are also transforming how and where we work. We’ve introduced role types to help you understand how you will operate in our blended work environment. This role is: 

Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance workers, as they are essential to the development of our engines.  

Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite and hybrid roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee’s personal responsibility. 

Learn More & Apply Now!  

Pratt & Whitney Columbus, GA is a FAA regulated facility and as such under the U.S. Departments of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). This position is considered safety sensitive in accordance with FAA Guidelines. Candidate will be subject to drug and alcohol testing as a pre-employment contingency and also subject to ongoing random testing as an employee per FAA’s regulation 14 CFR part 120, as well as 49 CFR part 40.