About Us

Advanced Cooling Technologies, Inc. (ACT) is a leading provider of thermal management solutions for aerospace, defense, data centers, energy, and industrial applications. For more than 20 years, ACT has engineered and manufactured innovative technologies that solve complex thermal challenges in demanding environments. Our team is driven by continuous innovation, teamwork, and collaboration, delivering reliable solutions that support critical missions and next-generation technologies worldwide.

Position Summary

The CMM Programmer is responsible for developing, maintaining, and executing CMM inspection programs used to inspect materials, tooling, and manufactured parts for compliance with engineering drawings and quality requirements. This includes inspection of parts, fixtures, jigs, cutting tools, drills, taps, and related components using Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM), surface table layouts, bench setups, and specialized gauges.

This role is responsible for complete part setup and layout, establishing inspection starting points when required, and determining part acceptability. The CMM Programmer must accurately document and report inspection results in accordance with Quality Assurance procedures. A strong understanding of mechanical drawings, GD&T, and close-tolerance inspection is required.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and execute CMM inspection programs to support dimensional verification of manufactured parts
• Perform dimensional and visual inspection using CMM and conventional inspection equipment
• Program, set up, and inspect parts using Zeiss DB Series CMM and Calypso software
• Conduct surface table layouts and utilize precision inspection tools
• Interpret mechanical drawings including GD&T per ANSI Y14.5
• Work to close tolerances, blueprints, specifications, and special instructions
• Prepare and complete inspection documentation, including First Article Reports (AS9102)
• Apply statistical quality control methods and comply with ISO9000 and AS9100 standards
• Support model-based inspection requirements
• Utilize FARO laser tracking equipment as required
• Manage multiple projects and inspection priorities

• Strong knowledge and hands-on experience with modern CMM equipment and programming
• Familiarity with Zeiss DB Series CMM and Calypso software
• Proficiency with inspection tools including micrometers, calipers, depth gauges, and related equipment
• Advanced shop mathematics skills
• Knowledge of statistical quality control and applicable MIL-Specs
• Thorough understanding of ISO9000 and AS9100 quality systems
• Ability to read and interpret detailed mechanical drawings and GD&T
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• High level of discipline, accuracy, and work ethic
• U.S. Person status is required due to ITAR and export control regulations. A U.S. Person is defined as a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. §1324b.

ACT offers competitive pay, excellent benefits (medical, dental, vision, paid time off, holidays, company-paid life & disability insurance, 401(k) match, and profit-sharing), and a supportive team environment.

ACT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

ACT participates in E-Verify.

California Applicants: ACT collects personal information for hiring purposes. California residents may have rights under the CCPA/CPRA. Contact HR at barbara.rockwell@1-act.com.