CMM Programmer – Barnoldswick Salary: Up to £43,000 Employment Type: Permanent Working on behalf of a confidential aerospace client The Role We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive CMM Programmer to develop and execute precise measurement programs within a fast-paced aerospace environment. You will play a key role in metrology process optimisation, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and compliance with aerospace standards. Key Responsibilities Metrology Process Optimisation: Create best-practice measurement programming. Use PC-DMIS to streamline workflows and improve data analysis. Apply first-principle inspection techniques to optimise accuracy and efficiency. Equipment Management & Utilisation: Operate and maintain recently acquired CMMs to maximise capability. Develop best practices for calibration, upkeep, and utilisation. Nesting Solution Design & Implementation: Design and implement effective nesting solutions to improve material and production efficiency. Develop quick-load mechanisms to reduce downtime and increase throughput. Quality Assurance & Compliance: Ensure compliance with relevant standards and regulations. Implement robust quality control measures to identify deviations and drive corrective actions. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with engineering, production, and quality teams to support development and manufacturing. Act as a metrology subject matter expert, providing guidance where required. Required Qualifications 3 years' experience in metrology (aerospace preferred). Proficient in CMM operation and programming, ideally PC-DMIS. Strong understanding of first-principle inspection and metrology best practices. Proven leadership or team-influencing experience. Degree in Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering beneficial but not essential. Excellent analytical skills, attention to detail, and communication abilities.