Senior CMM Programmer & Inspection Specialist

Your Job

Molex ADS is seeking a detail-oriented CMM Programmer & Inspection Specialist to own First Article Inspections (FAI), dimensional and electrical inspection, and calibration traceability for high-reliability connector and cable assemblies.

This hands-on role ensures connector performance and customer compliance while supporting continuous improvement.

Our Team

You will join a quality/metrology team embedded within the connector manufacturing division that partners closely with engineering, production, and customer quality.

The team focuses on high-reliability interconnects where traceability, inspection rigor, and fast root-cause resolution are essential to meeting aerospace and defense customer expectations.

What You Will Do



* Lead and execute connector-specific First Article Inspections and compile AS9102-style and customer-specific FAI packages to demonstrate product readiness.


* Define measurement strategies for connector geometries using GD&T, identifying critical-to-function features and ensuring inspection completeness.


* Operate and program metrology equipment (CMMs, portable arms, vision systems) and manage inspection fixtures, gages, and test jigs to sustain measurement integrity.


* Maintain calibration and traceability records in compliance with ISO 9001 / AS9100 and prepare for internal and external quality audits.


* Use MSA/Gage R&R and SPC data to verify measurement system capability, monitor key characteristics, and drive corrective actions when trends indicate risk.


* Coach and train production operators on inspection methods, gage use, IPC/WHMA-A-620 connector acceptance, and best practices to prevent FOD and contamination.



* Support root-cause analysis and implementation of corrective/preventive actions for connector-specific failures, escalating critical issues to engineering or customers when needed.


* Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance inspection efficiency, test coverage, and product quality.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)



* High school diploma or GED required.


* Minimum 2 years hands-on inspection/metrology experience in connector, cable assembly, or precision interconnect manufacturing (or equivalent military experience).


* Proficient using CMMs and inspection software (e.g., PC-DMIS, Zeiss Calypso, PolyWorks) or programmable portable arms.


* Proficiently able to read and interpret engineering drawings and apply GD&T to inspection planning.


* Experience performing FAIs and preparing AS9102-style FAI packages.

What Will Put You Ahead



* Associate degree or certificate in metrology, manufacturing, inspection, electronics, or related technical field.


* Certifications such as ASQ Certified Quality Inspector (CQI) or IPC/WHMA-A-620 trainer/inspector.


* Prior aerospace/defense connector inspection experience and familiarity with common connector specifications.


* Demonstrated experience with SPC...