CMM Operator - Quality Specialist

Job ID: 2219

The Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) is seeking a qualified, motivated individual with CMM operation and programming experience to join our Quality Assurance team as a Quality Specialist. This is an on-site, non-remote position for our North Logan, UT location.

At SDL, we take pride in and highly value our employees. SDL offers competitive salaries and fantastic benefits, including:

• Flexible work schedules that fit your style—every Friday off, every other Friday off, hybrid remote work, or simply traditional hours
• Generous paid leisure and sick leave, ensuring you never miss a special event
• Favorable company locations with average commute times of less than 15 minutes
• High-quality, low-cost health, dental, and life insurance
• A 14.2% employer retirement contribution into a 401(a) account—no matching required!
• Utah State University undergraduate tuition discounts of 50%, full reimbursement for graduate tuition, and free course audits for employees and dependents meeting eligibility requirements
• A great, highly educated team that works together to solve some of the most fascinating problems on (and off) our planet
• We are a growing company that maintains both a family feel and high retention rate with high job satisfaction
• Relocation assistance available for most positions

• Measures product dimensions utilizing a coordinate measuring machine (CMM) and other metrology instruments
• Validates, inspects, and approves the quality of parts, materials, and assemblies based on established acceptance criteria
• Examines items for defects in workmanship, packaging, and physical features
• Documents inspection results by completing reports and logs
• Performs in-process and final inspections on deliverable hardware
• Leads efforts to address and resolve nonconforming product/process issues
• Identifies, drives, and implements process improvements
• Supports other activities associated with SDL's AS9100D certified management system (this may include, but is not limited to, internal audits, monitoring and measurement of processes and assemblies, root cause analysis and corrective action implementation, and gathering/analyzing pertinent data to help determine and improve process effectiveness)

• Knowledge of the AS9100 Quality Management System Standard
• Ability to analyze problems and strategize for better solutions
• Ability to read and understand mechanical drawings and specifications
• Understanding of GD&T concepts and fundamentals
• Ability to facilitate and promote use of problem-solving techniques for effective root cause analysis and successful corrective action
• Must be a U.S. citizen and be able to obtain a U.S. Government security clearance

• BS in a physical science, engineering, and/or business operation field
  • 5 years of CMM operator/programming experience
  • Quality Assurance experience in a research and development environment, aerospace, defense, and/or comparable industry
  • IPC/J-STD certifications
  • Quality certifications such as CQT, CQI, CQE, CQA, etc.

The Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) has been developing innovative technologies and solutions for cutting-edge DoD and intelligence programs for over six decades. Our expertise is in space and airborne IR, VIS, UV, and RF sensors, small satellite technologies, test and calibration, cybersecurity, data visualization and assurance, and ground stations.

For questions or assistance with the application process or the DoD SkillBridge program, please contact employment@sdl.usu.edu.

EOE including Disability and Vet