Senior Level Aerospace Jobs
Senior level aerospace jobs put experienced engineers and technical leaders in charge of complex programs, systems architecture, and the cross-functional teams that deliver mission-critical outcomes. Roles are concentrated across Consulting & Professional Services, Manufacturing, and Technology & Software, with 36% remote or hybrid availability, and employers like Burns & McDonnell, Parker Hannifin, and Pall Corporation hiring at this level now.
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INTRODUCTION
We are partnering with a rapidly growing precision manufacturer serving the aerospace, defense, medical device, and other high-precision industries to hire a Senior CMM Programmer.
This role supports new product introductions, first articles, process validation, and production inspection by developing and optimizing CMM inspection programs for complex, tight-tolerance components.
COMPENSATION
- Compensation: $105-115k
WHAT YOU'LL BE WORKING WITH:
- Wenzel CMM Systems
- Keyence Laser Inspection Technology
- Siemens NX
- Hermle, Heller, Zayer, and DN Solutions machining centers
- Siemens Sinumerik & Heidenhain controls
REQUIREMENTS
- Develop, validate, and optimize CMM inspection programs for complex aerospace and defense components.
- Program and operate Wenzel CMM systems for first article, in-process, and final inspection.
- Interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, and customer specifications to create accurate inspection routines.
- Support new product introductions by developing inspection strategies alongside manufacturing engineering and CNC programming.
- Perform first article inspections and prepare detailed dimensional reports.
- Troubleshoot dimensional issues and collaborate with machinists, programmers, and engineers to identify root causes.
- Validate manufacturing process capability through precision metrology and inspection data.
- Maintain inspection documentation, programs, and quality records.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on measurement accuracy, repeatability, and inspection efficiency.
- Assist with calibration activities and proper maintenance of metrology equipment.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- 12+ years of CMM programming experience in a precision manufacturing environment.
- Experience programming Wenzel CMM systems or comparable CMM platforms.
- Strong understanding of GD&T and ASME Y14.5 standards.
- Experience supporting aerospace, defense, medical device, or other high-precision manufacturing.
- Ability to interpret complex engineering drawings and customer specifications.
- Experience with first article inspection (FAI) and production inspection.
- Strong understanding of precision metrology, inspection methodology, and statistical process control (SPC).
- Experience using laser scanning or advanced optical inspection systems is preferred.
- Familiarity with Siemens NX and manufacturing workflows is a plus.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally with engineering, quality, and manufacturing teams.
PAY
- Pay: $105,000.00 - $115,000.00 per year
INTRODUCTION
We are partnering with a rapidly growing precision manufacturer serving the aerospace, defense, medical device, and other high-precision industries to hire a Senior CMM Programmer.
This role supports new product introductions, first articles, process validation, and production inspection by developing and optimizing CMM inspection programs for complex, tight-tolerance components.
COMPENSATION
- Compensation: $105-115k
WHAT YOU'LL BE WORKING WITH:
- Wenzel CMM Systems
- Keyence Laser Inspection Technology
- Siemens NX
- Hermle, Heller, Zayer, and DN Solutions machining centers
- Siemens Sinumerik & Heidenhain controls
REQUIREMENTS
- Develop, validate, and optimize CMM inspection programs for complex aerospace and defense components.
- Program and operate Wenzel CMM systems for first article, in-process, and final inspection.
- Interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, and customer specifications to create accurate inspection routines.
- Support new product introductions by developing inspection strategies alongside manufacturing engineering and CNC programming.
- Perform first article inspections and prepare detailed dimensional reports.
- Troubleshoot dimensional issues and collaborate with machinists, programmers, and engineers to identify root causes.
- Validate manufacturing process capability through precision metrology and inspection data.
- Maintain inspection documentation, programs, and quality records.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on measurement accuracy, repeatability, and inspection efficiency.
- Assist with calibration activities and proper maintenance of metrology equipment.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- 12+ years of CMM programming experience in a precision manufacturing environment.
- Experience programming Wenzel CMM systems or comparable CMM platforms.
- Strong understanding of GD&T and ASME Y14.5 standards.
- Experience supporting aerospace, defense, medical device, or other high-precision manufacturing.
- Ability to interpret complex engineering drawings and customer specifications.
- Experience with first article inspection (FAI) and production inspection.
- Strong understanding of precision metrology, inspection methodology, and statistical process control (SPC).
- Experience using laser scanning or advanced optical inspection systems is preferred.
- Familiarity with Siemens NX and manufacturing workflows is a plus.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally with engineering, quality, and manufacturing teams.
PAY
- Pay: $105,000.00 - $115,000.00 per year
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Senior Level Aerospace Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level aerospace job?
Employers at this level look for demonstrated ownership of complex systems or programs, not just participation in them. A strong candidate can point to specific technical decisions they made, teams or projects they led, and outcomes they were accountable for. Depth in areas like propulsion, avionics, structures, or GNC, combined with a history of cross-functional collaboration, gives candidates a clear edge.
Which companies hire senior level aerospaces?
Companies hiring senior level aerospaces right now include Burns & McDonnell, Parker Hannifin, and Pall Corporation, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Hiring at this level tends to come from large defense contractors, commercial aviation manufacturers, and government-adjacent primes that need experienced engineers to own programs rather than support them.
Are there remote senior level aerospace jobs?
Yes, though the share is smaller than in many other fields given the hardware, lab, and clearance requirements common in aerospace. About 36% of senior level aerospace openings are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, with hybrid arrangements more common than fully remote for roles involving physical systems, test environments, or classified work.
What makes an aerospace role senior level?
Senior level aerospace roles are defined by scope and accountability rather than task execution. Engineers at this stage own technical direction for a subsystem or program, make design and trade-off decisions independently, and are expected to mentor junior and mid-level engineers. The work shifts from following established processes to setting them, and from solving assigned problems to identifying the right problems to solve.
Which industries hire the most senior level aerospaces?
Senior level aerospace roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Manufacturing, and Technology & Software, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. These sectors drive demand at this level because their programs require engineers with the technical authority and systems-level judgment to lead development, integration, and qualification work on high-stakes hardware and software.