Supplier Development Consultant - Manufacturing Engineering

Job Title: Supplier Development Consultant - CMM & CNC (1099)
Employment Type: Contract (1099 / LLC)
Location: Remote w/ paid Travel within United States (Northeast, Southeast, Midwest, Northwest, West)
Industry: Aerospace, Manufacturing, Supply Chain
Travel: 50%+

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Position Summary:
Belcan is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering & Supplier Support Consultant to provide technical leadership and hands-on support at a supplier facility. This role involves developing, optimizing, and executing CMM inspection programs using PC-DMIS, performing machine setup, and delivering high-quality inspection results that meet strict aerospace standards. The ideal candidate will bring hands-on experience with PC-DMIS programming, a strong understanding of CMM operation, and familiarity with aerospace quality systems.

The role is part of Belcan's broader supplier advisory program and is designed to help stabilize and optimize production, support design changes, and ensure conformance to dimensional and quality standards across complex aerospace components.

Responsibilities:
*Develop, optimize, and maintain CMM inspection programs using PC-DMIS software
*Set up and operate CMM equipment to perform detailed component inspections
*Interpret technical drawings and inspection requirements to ensure dimensional compliance
*Collaborate with process owners to incorporate existing data and optimize inspection routines
*Document programming logic, inspection results, and machine setup procedures
*Provide timely, accurate inspection feedback to support production and quality objectives

Core Qualifications:
*15+ years of experience in CMM programming and operation using PC-DMIS
*Proven ability to set up and run CMMs independently
*PC-DMIS programming certification or demonstrated equivalent experience
*Strong understanding of dimensional inspection techniques and geometric tolerancing (GD&T)
* Due to the nature of the work US Citizenship is required

Preferred Qualifications
*Prior experience supporting suppliers in a consulting, advisor, or contractor capacity
*Experience interfacing with global engineering stakeholders to implement design or process changes
*Strong problem-solving and communication skills, particularly in fast-paced production environments
* Strong experience in multi-axis CNC machining with ability to train less experienced machinists

Belcan is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.