Metrologist
professional search groupCalabasas, CA
Metrologist
L5
professional search groupCalabasas, CA7 days ago
Occupations
Calibration Technologists and TechniciansInspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and WeighersWeighers, Measurers, Checkers, and Samplers, RecordkeepingIndustries
Other Measuring and Controlling Device ManufacturingInstruments and Related Products Manufacturing for Measuring, Displaying, and Controlling Industrial Process VariablesInstrument Manufacturing for Measuring and Testing Electricity and Electrical SignalsWe're partnering with an innovative medical device company to hire a hands‑on Metrologist / CMM Programmer to support its NPI Engineering and Product Development team. This is a 12‑month contract with strong potential for extension or conversion.
This role requires someone who can independently set up and program CMMs for new parts — not simply operate a CMM or run existing inspection programs.
Location: Calabasas, CA – 100% Onsite
Schedule:
Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Contract: 12 months, with potential for extension or conversion
Responsibilities:
Independently set up and program CMMs for new components and inspection requirements
Interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, dimensional tolerances, and specifications to establish appropriate measurement parameters
Develop CMM inspection programs and measurement strategies for new parts, prototypes, and NPI/Product Development
Perform dimensional, incoming/receiving, component, First Article, and other precision inspections
Partner closely with NPI Engineering, Product Development, Quality, and Manufacturing teams to develop inspection and measurement methods for new products
Support advanced metrology and measurement systems
Conduct Measurement System Analysis (MSA), including Gage R&R
Support calibration and preventive maintenance of inspection and measurement equipment
Develop and maintain inspection procedures, SOPs, work instructions, and measurement documentation
Train inspectors on established CMM programs, measurement methods, and inspection equipment
Ensure measurement systems and inspection processes are accurate, repeatable, and compliant with applicable quality standards
Required Qualifications:
Strong hands‑on CMM programming and setup experience
Ability to independently create CMM programs for new parts, rather than only operating equipment or running existing programs
Strong knowledge of GD&T and ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings
Experience establishing measurement parameters and inspection strategies based on part drawings and tolerances
Experience with precision measurement and inspection equipment
Knowledge of calibration, measurement systems, MSA, and Gage R&R
Strong documentation and inspection procedure/work instruction development skills
Ability to clearly communicate technical CMM programming and GD&T experience
Strong cross‑functional communication skills with Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, and inspection teams
CMM Experience Experience with any CMM platform is welcome. Mitutoyo experience is not required. Relevant experience may include platforms/software such as Zeiss, Brown & Sharpe, Keyence, FARO, PC‑DMIS, Calypso, Verisurf, MCOSMOS, or similar systems.
Preferred Medical device, aerospace, or other highly regulated precision manufacturing experience
Experience supporting NPI or Product Development engineering
Optical/vision inspection system experience
ASQ, metrology, MSA, or related quality certifications
Please note:
This position requires demonstrated hands‑on CMM programming and setup experience. Candidates whose CMM experience is limited to operating machines or running existing programs will not be a fit for this role.
Suna Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
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Level
SeniorL5
Location
Calabasas, CA
Occupation
Calibration Technologists and Technicians
Industry
Other Measuring and Controlling Device Manufacturing
Posted
7 days ago
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