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Inspector Tech / CMM Programmer - Military Flight Controls Division

Parker Hannifin Corporation
$31.10 - $46.70 / hr
parental leave, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, 401(k), retirement plan
United States, California, Irvine
14300 Alton Parkway (Show on map)
May 21, 2026

Position Summary

Parker Hannifin is a Fortune 250 global leader in motion and control technologies. For more than a century, the company has been enabling engineering breakthroughs that lead to a better tomorrow.

At Parker Aerospace, we develop technologies and innovative solutions that enable reliable, efficient and increasingly sustainable flight for the lifecycle of the aircraft, including aftermarket support. Our passionate people with deep engineering expertise, together with our breadth of differentiated technologies, ensure that we make the extraordinary happen and continue to shape the future of aviation in partnership with our customers.

As a member of our team, you are instrumental in fulfilling our mission: 'Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow.' Pursuing a career at Parker presents unlimited opportunities for both professional and personal development. Working with some of the most brilliant minds in the industry, your contributions will be pivotal in developing innovative technologies and products, significantly contributing to Parker's goal of addressing the world's most pressing engineering challenges. At Parker, our team members belong, matter and make a difference.

Military Flight Controls Division Supporting aircraft worldwide, Parker Aerospace's Military Flight Controls Division (MFCD) provides primary and secondary flight control systems that make flight possible. Tested, proven and trusted in commercial and military applications for decades, MFCD provides precise position-control actuation solutions for military aircraft across the United States and with foreign partners. The division's JetPipe electrohydraulic servovalve (EHSV) technology is used across commercial and military aircraft around the world. Headquartered in Irvine, California, the Military Flight Controls Division is the global leader in fly-by-wire flight control systems and electrohydraulic products and offers the world's most advanced motor design capabilities for flight controls.

Position Summary:

With minimum guidance and using independent judgement to determine quality and usability, the Inspector Technician / CMM Programmer is responsible for advanced dimensional inspection and CMM programming. This advanced technical role serves as the primary CMM programming resource, mentors junior team members, and maintains full Delegated Quality Representative (DQR) certification for key customers.

Responsibilities:

  • Develop, validate, run, and maintain CMM inspection programs using Zeiss Calypso.
  • Perform complex inspection of critical machined parts, castings, forgings, and assemblies using a wide variety of precision measuring and test equipment. Develop advanced set-ups (using blocks, parallels, clamps, sine plates, and V-blocks) to support those inspections as needed.
  • Perform complex First Article Inspections (FAI) and envelope inspections.
  • Interpret complex engineering drawings, specifications, and customer requirements to arrive at acceptance or rejection and recommend paths forward to management.
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date acceptance and rejection records.
  • Investigate the root cause of nonconformances, customer returns, and quality escapes. Perform inspections to applicable specifications within assembly, test, and shipping departments.
  • Achieve and maintain full DQR status for applicable customers; independently perform delegated inspection and product release on behalf of those customers.
  • Support special process witness and sign-off requirements; assist with customer/government source inspection.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

  • 5+ years of related aerospace inspection experience, with dedicated experience in CMM operations and programming.
  • Proven experience programming Zeiss Calypso. Experience with PC-DMIS is a plus.
  • In-depth knowledge of GD&T per ASME Y14.5; AS9100; AS9102; customer, industry, and military standards and specifications; and shop mathematics (including trigonometry).
  • Ability to interpret complex drawings and electronic/hydraulic schematics; knowledge of electro-hydraulic servo systems is a plus.
  • Experience utilizing quality and MES systems such as Net-Inspect and Solumina.
  • Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal skills; proven ability to mentor others and work effectively across teams.
  • May be required to lift up to 50 lbs.

Pay, Benefits, Work Schedule

Competitive Compensation

  • Pay Range: $31.1/hr to $46.7/hr
  • Participation in Annual Incentive Program

Benefit & Retirement Plans

Parker offers competitive benefit programs, including:

  • Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost.
  • 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay.
  • Company provided defined-contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay.
  • Career development and tuition reimbursement.
  • Other benefits including paid parental leave, short and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost to you.
  • Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates.
  • Paid Time Off and Company-Paid Holidays.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations.

("Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor")

If you would like more information about Equal Employment Opportunity as an applicant under the law, please go to Employees & Job Applicants | U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission

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Drug-Free Workplace
In accordance with Parker's policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.

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