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CMM Programmer with Security Clearance

PDS Defense Inc.Fort Worth, TX🇺🇸United StatesPosted Sep 23, 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

Leverage your advanced Zeiss Calypso and GD&T expertise in this hybrid role, contributing to critical defense manufacturing and enjoying flexible work arrangements. This position offers an excellent opportunity to grow your skills within a reputable company and collaborate with a dynamic team, so don't miss out on applying.

Quick Overview

Seniority
Mid Senior
Employment type
Employee
Work mode
Hybrid
Location
Fort Worth, TX, United States
Posted
1 week ago
Microsoft Office

Job Description

PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking a CMM Programmer, in Fort Worth, TX. Job ID#225628 Job Description: We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented CMM Programmer with expertise in Zeiss Calypso software to join our team. The ideal candidate will focus on developing and optimizing CMM programs to support precision manufacturing and quality assurance processes. This role requires advanced knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T), experience with Catia and 3DX, and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. The programmer will collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams to ensure dimensional accuracy and compliance with design specifications, while effectively communicating results to stakeholders.
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Key Responsibilities

  • Develop, write, and optimize CMM programs using Zeiss Calypso software to support manufacturing and quality assurance processes.
  • Interpret and apply GD&T requirements to create accurate and efficient CMM programs for complex rotorcraft components and assemblies.
  • Collaborate with design and engineering teams to review technical drawings and 3D models, ensuring proper programming for dimensional validation.
  • Utilize Catia and 3DX to interpret 3D models and integrate design data into CMM programming.
  • Maintain and update CMM programs to reflect design changes, process improvements, and evolving quality standards.
  • Provide technical support and troubleshooting for CMM programming and operation.
  • Prepare and deliver documentation, reports, and presentations using Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Access, Word, and Excel).
  • Communicate programming results and recommendations to executive management, customers, and cross-functional teams.
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Qualifications:
Education:
  • Completed Bachelor's Degree Required Skills and Experience:
  • Advanced proficiency in Zeiss Calypso software for CMM programming.
  • Strong knowledge of GD&T principles and their application in programming and manufacturing processes.
  • 3-5 yrs of experience in developing and validating CMM programs for complex components and assemblies.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Access, Word, and Excel).
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills to interface with executive management, customers, and cross-functional teams.

Preferred Skills and Experience

  • Experience with Catia and 3DX for reviewing and interpreting 3D models and technical drawings.
  • Familiarity with aerospace or rotorcraft manufacturing processes and quality standards.

Key Competencies

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Effective time management and organizational skills.

Benefits offered to vary by the contract. Depending on your temporary assignment, benefits may include direct deposit, free career counseling services, 401(k), select paid holidays, short-term disability insurance, skills training, employee referral bonus, affordable medical coverage plan, and DailyPay (in some locations). For a full description of benefits available to you, be sure to talk with your recruiter. Military connected talent encouraged to apply. VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals /

Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please visit http://www.tadpgs.com/candidate-privacy/ or https://pdsdefense.com/candidate-privacy/ The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

  • The California Fair Chance Act
  • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
  • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
  • San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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