CMM Inspector

RTCA is a precision aerospace and defense manufacturing group built on decades of hands-on machining expertise, with roots spanning more than 50 years. We support mission-critical commercial and government aerospace programs across North America through four U.S. Centers of Excellence operating as an integrated platform with 150+ CNC machines and a team of 250+ professionals.

Unlike large organizations where roles can be narrow, RTCA offers hands-on ownership and real visibility – you understand how your work supports the team, the operation, and the end customer. Our flat structure allows employees to take initiative, grow their skills, and have their contributions recognized, while still providing the stability, advanced technology, and meaningful work of an established aerospace manufacturer.

At RTCA, we believe in teamwork, excellence, and delivering with pride. One Team! One Mission!

How You’ll Make an Impact: 

The CMM Inspector is responsible for performing dimensional inspections and providing documented objective evidence of product conformity within a precision manufacturing environment. This role supports production, quality, management, and customer requirements through the operation, setup, programming, and use of Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMMs) and other inspection equipment. Depending on experience and level, the CMM Inspector may support or lead advanced inspection activities, program development, customer interaction, and continuous improvement initiatives.

What you’ll be doing as a CMM Inspector:

• Working a full-time, onsite position at our Chatsworth, CA location.
• Perform visual, dimensional, mechanical, and final inspections on raw materials, in-process components, and finished products using CMMs and conventional inspection equipment.
• Develop, execute, validate, and troubleshoot CMM programs using customer drawings, CAD models, specifications, and inspection requirements.
• Interpret engineering drawings, models, manufacturing orders, work instructions, and GD&T requirements in accordance with ASME Y14.5 standards.
• Perform source, receiving, in-process, first article, final, and test inspections as required.
• Generate and maintain accurate inspection records, FAIRs, rejection tags, corrective actions, and related quality documentation.
• Review and approve inspection and test data to verify compliance with customer and internal quality standards.
• Support corrective and preventive action activities and assist with nonconforming material investigations.
• Interface with production teams, customers, auditors, and government source inspectors as required.
• Maintain compliance with company quality systems, procedures, and regulatory requirements including AS9100 and ISO standards.
• Utilize precision measuring equipment including calipers, micrometers, bore gauges, vision systems, surface plates, scopes, and other inspection tools.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to inspection methods, programming efficiency, and quality performance.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications (Education, skills and experience):

• Experience in quality inspection within aerospace, machining, manufacturing, or precision machining environments.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, customer specifications, CAD models, and technical documentation.
• Knowledge of GD&T principles and inspection methodologies.
• Experience operating, setting up, programming, or troubleshooting CMM equipment.
• Proficiency using standard inspection tools and dimensional measurement equipment.
• Ability to complete and maintain detailed inspection and quality records.
• Understanding of quality management systems such as AS9100, ISO 9001, or related standards.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Basic to advanced shop math skills and understanding of dimensional analysis.

Preferred Qualifications (Education, skills and experience):

• Experience with Zeiss CMMs, Calypso, MCOSMOS, CAT1000, Micro-Vu, or similar inspection software and systems.
• Experience creating or working with CAD models.
• Aerospace manufacturing experience.
• Experience with AS9102 First Article Inspection requirements.
• Technical certification or formal training in Quality, Manufacturing, CMM Programming, or related fields.
• Experience supporting audits, customer inspections, or continuous improvement initiatives.

Compensation and Benefits: 

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Choice of medical plan options, including a no-cost employee-only coverage plan
• HSA-eligible health plan with employer contributions 
• Basic and supplemental life insurance
• Long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) plan with up to a 6% QACA company match
• Paid time off including vacation, sick time, and nine (9) paid company holidays
• Shift differentials for applicable off-shifts
• Discretionary bonus programs based on position and company performance

The CMM Inspector Compensation range for onsite California applicants is $30 - $35 per hour commensurate with experience. Some shifts may include shift differential pay rates. Other site ranges may differ.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. 

This position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a “US Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 is required. 

RTCA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Applicants wishing to receive information on RTCA’s Affirmative Action Plans, or those requiring a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, should contact the RTCA Human Resources Department. Qualified individuals with disabilities or disabled veterans who are unable or limited in their ability to access or use our career center due to a disability may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting Human Resources.

Candidates will receive consideration without discrimination in accordance with Article 9, Chapter XVIII of the City of Los Angeles Municipal Code and applicable federal, state, and local laws.